Cardiac Physiology Support Worker
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
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| Salary: | £24,937 to £26,598 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Worcester, WR5 1DD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 2 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 18 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Inspect and prepare clinical equipment used within the Cardiac Physiology Service, ensuring compliance with Health and Safety, Infection Prevention and Trust policies at all times. Assist Cardiac Physiologists and administrative staff in maintaining an efficient, safe and effective service across Cardiac Physiology. Provide a high standard of patient care before, during and after diagnostic investigations and procedures, including obtaining patient observations such as height, weight and blood pressure following appropriate training and competency assessment. Assist with patient preparation, positioning and transfers, ensuring patient dignity, comfort and safety are maintained at all times. Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, carers and members of the multidisciplinary team, responding appropriately to enquiries and escalating concerns to the relevant member of staff. Demonstrate a professional, caring and compassionate approach whilst maintaining patient confidentiality at all times. Maintain accurate electronic and paper-based patient records, enter activity data onto departmental information systems and assist with the collection of service activity and performance information. Support the delivery of echocardiography, cardiac rhythm management and remote monitoring services, including the preparation, distribution and management of patient information and home monitoring equipment where required. Liaise with wards, outpatient departments, portering services and other healthcare professionals to facilitate patient attendance, investigations and follow-up care. Assist with clinic preparation, appointment management, correspondence and other administrative duties required to support service delivery. Ensure clinical areas are prepared and maintained to meet patient and service needs, undertaking routine equipment, environmental and safety checks and reporting faults, incidents or concerns to an appropriate senior member of staff. Undertake mandatory training, maintain competency within the role and participate in continuing professional development. Adhere to all Trust and departmental policies and procedures and undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade as delegated by the Head of Department or designated line manager.