Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our small, friendly team at Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills to work as a Cardiographer for the Cardiology Suite. This is a busy service providing specialist assessment and support for people with known or suspected heart conditions. You will be an integral member of the Cardiology team performing basic cardiac investigations which involve direct patient contact (such as 12 Lead Electrocardiograms (ECGs), Fitting & Removal of Ambulatory ECG & BP Monitors). This post offers structured, work based training and experience to people seeking a career in a Health Care setting. We are committed to providing a high quality service and actively encourage personal professional development and further training. Candidates should have the desire to work in a healthcare environment, possess a professional attitude and be able to work flexibly in a busy team and individually. Candidates should possess a good standard of GCSE education or equivalent including English and Maths. To enable you to experience our working environment and to give us the opportunity to offer you a more detailed insight into the position, we encourage you to come to the department for an informal visit and discussion. For further information, please contact Melvina Barsby, Non-Invasive Cardiology Lead on 01709 424575, melvina.barsby@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
Working under the direction of the Non-Invasive Cardiology Lead, knowing what is expected of you, not working outside of your role, following reasonable requests and instructions within your work. Following locally agreed competency based tasks supported by training and education to gain theoretical underpinning knowledge to undertake:

• Basic clinical observations i.e. heart rate, height, weight
• Performing 12 Lead Electrocardiogram (ECG)
• Lying and standing blood pressure monitoring
• To fit and remove Ambulatory ECG and BP monitors
• To recognise normal and abnormal heart rhythms at a basic interpretationlevel
• To assist in the training of new starters and trainees
• To recognise situations or test findings which need bringing to the attention of senior colleagues/ medical staff for clinical interpretation
• To check the technical quality and calibration of basic equipment and to report any adverse findings to a senior member of staff
• To assist in other areas of cardiology under supervision as appropriate
• To transport (portering) patients to different areas of the hospital whereappropriate
• To assist in other areas of cardiology under supervision as appropriate
• Performance of basic care procedures and techniques
• To work flexibly in accordance with the department needs. This may involvechanging working days and/or working towards a 7-day service.
• Works in a range of clinical settings which may include a community location in the future

About us
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham
As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall
But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making
All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence
Certificates of Sponsorship
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Details
Date posted
29 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
24,937 to 26,598 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9165-25-09-058
Job locations
The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust
Moorgate Road
Rotherham
South Yorkshire
S60 2UD
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Working in a healthcare environment with direct patient care
• Experience of working in a busy multi-disciplinary team

Qualifications
Essential

• Good standard of education to GSCE level.(Three GSCE grade C or above including maths, English and a science)
• SCST Award in Practical Electrocardiography or other equivalent recognition of competency to record ECGs

Desirable

• NVQ level 2 in Health Care Science

knowledge
Essential

• ECG in practice and underpinning knowledge.
• Competent in practical recording of an ECG.
• Competent in fitting/ removing ambulatory ECG/ BP monitors
• Recognises normal and abnormal cardiac rhythms and blood pressure readings
• Policies, practices and procedures e.g. NHS national policies, standards, requirements and directions that relate to measuring and improving the quality and safety of patient care

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Working in a healthcare environment with direct patient care
• Experience of working in a busy multi-disciplinary team

Qualifications
Essential

• Good standard of education to GSCE level.(Three GSCE grade C or above including maths, English and a science)
• SCST Award in Practical Electrocardiography or other equivalent recognition of competency to record ECGs

Desirable

• NVQ level 2 in Health Care Science

knowledge
Essential

• ECG in practice and underpinning knowledge.
• Competent in practical recording of an ECG.
• Competent in fitting/ removing ambulatory ECG/ BP monitors
• Recognises normal and abnormal cardiac rhythms and blood pressure readings
• Policies, practices and procedures e.g. NHS national policies, standards, requirements and directions that relate to measuring and improving the quality and safety of patient care

Skills Required