Apprentice Cardiac Physiologist Review

by Blackpool Victoria Hospital

Rating

8.4/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

ECGs for inpatients and outpatients. Fitting ambulatory BP and ECG monitors. Training to do specialist cardiac investigative tests and to work int cardiac cath labs.

10/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

Yes. I have learnt to carry out and interpret ECGs. I have also learnt how to fit ambulatory monitors.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

A lot.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

University is not always well organised and programme is not well adapted for apprentices. Workplace learning is well structured.

7/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

A lot of support. Lots of training sessions and exposure to new areas. Approachable and supportive management and colleagues

9/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

A lot. Ample study time and lots of help is available

10/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

Unsure, I feel the vast majority of my learning happens at work, not at uni.

5/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Unsure

6/10

9a. Would you recommend Blackpool Victoria Hospital to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Hardworking staff

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Blackpool Victoria Hospital?