Job summary
We are looking for highly motivated, forward-thinking individual to become part of our committed team who work in the Cardio-Respiratory Department as a Senior Assistant Technical Officer.

You will be proficient in a range of investigations, performing ECG, Blood Gas analysis, Ambulatory Monitor Hook Up etc.

An Enhanced DBS with barred lists for both Adults and Children is required for this post.

The JD and PS are currently under AfC review and are subject to change.

Main duties of the job
To assist with the provision of Cardio-Respiratory services throughout the Trust and partnership agencies and to ensure the delivery of a high standard, quality service in an extended role to that of a basic Cardiographer.

To ensure courtesy, privacy, confidentiality and respect at all times to patients, relatives, staff and colleagues.

The Cardio-Respiratory Department provides a high-quality service for all cardiac and respiratory diagnostic investigations. A 24/7 service is provided for basic investigations such as ECG and spirometry which is provided by Senior Cardiographers and Assistant Practitioners.

• You will have at least 6 months experience as a basic ATO within the cardiac or respiratory field during which you will have completed a basic in-service training programme.
• You will be aware of the full range of procedures provided by the department.
• You will undertake a wide range of work activities.
• Participate in a 24hr shift system, work alone with the backup of on call Physiologist if necessary.
• Adhere strictly to all Department and Trust policies.
• Maintain and promote a smart, professional image at all times.

Key duties

• ECGs throughout the Trust wards, clinics, A and E and other departments
• Cardiac monitoring during clinical procedures eg. cardioversions, carotid sinus massage and valsalva manoeuvres
• Basic spirometry and Peak Flows
• Arterial blood gas analysis
• Non-invasive BP measurement
• Blood glucose measurement
• Holter monitoring, 24 hr ambulatory ECG and BP hook up
• Actively participate at cardiac arrests
• Participate in audit collection
• Cleaning and maintenance of equipment and reporting of any faults to a senior physiologist

Clinical and professional responsibilities

• Follow the Department Mission Statement
• ACE Behavioural Standards
• Compliance with all Departmental and Trust policies and procedures
• Attendance and Punctuality
• Compliance with OOH rota
• Adherence to Uniform and Infection Control policy
• Health and Safety
• Request help if required

Administrative responsibilities

• Basic clerical and administration duties
• Monitoring of stock levels
• Participate in audit collection
• Field calls to senior on-call staff

Teaching and training responsibilities

• Supervision of trainees

Person specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Educated to GCSE level in English and Maths or equivalent qualification/experience

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent/qualification/experience in a healthcare role
• IT qualification

Knowledge and experience
Essential

• Basic knowledge of the Cardio-Vascular system
• Be able to work under remote supervision
• Experience in the position of a ATO
• Be competent in performing ECG, spirometry, ambulatory hook up and blood gas analysis

Skills
Essential

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in addition to working independently

Other
Essential

• Motivated individual, keen to develop within the role
• Committed to Continual Professional Development

Disclosure and Barring Service check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Location: Whiston
Closing date: 29 October 2026
Contact: Lisa Duffin, Cardio-Respiratory Deputy Manager, lisa.duffin@merseywestlancs.nhs.uk, 01514301428

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