Job Description

Macclesfield Hospital is a busy District general hospital situated in Cheshire, close to the Peak District and within easy reach of the centre of Manchester.



The Cardio-Respiratory department is based on the Macclesfield site but also covers the new community diagnostic service on the Congleton site and offers a wide range of non-invasive investigations.



We are looking for a full time Clinical Support Worker to join our dynamic Cardio-Respiratory Team. This role will involve clinical duties such as performing ECG's and spirometry, assisting patients, and supporting departmental clinics. There will also be some general admin and clerical duties.



You will need to enjoy variety, be flexible and willing to learn new skills. You will be working within a multi-disciplinary team and must have a positive and proactive approach to work.



You will have the oppurtunity to complete a level 4 apprenticeship in Healthcare Science with the support of the cardio-respiratory team.



This is a full time post working 37.5 hours per week Monday - Friday 9am-5pm across both the Macclesfield and Congleton sites



To support clinical physiologists in all areas of the Cardio-Respiratory department. This will include performing high quality, accurate diagnostic tests on the wards and in the Outpatient department as required, after appropriate training. This will include undertaking ECG's, fitting cardiac and blood pressure monitors, preparing and cleaning equipment for use by senior staff. Undertaking Spirometry and working towards Association of Respiratory Technicians and physiologists (ARTP) accreditation. Stock control and administration and clerical duties as required.



It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.



COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring.



Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.



Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.



Please download a copy of the and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.



As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.



We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).



Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.



We look forward to receiving your application.



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