Chris Chapman
Liverpool,Merseyside
Summary
Dedicated and experienced echocardiographer with a keen interest in physiological sciences, bringing strong analytical and communication skills to role. Proficient in data interpretation and patient interaction, able to bridge scientific knowledge with practical application. Aiming to contribute to health and wellness by applying insights to improve patient outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Advanced Cardiac Physiologist
NHS - Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Manchester
2023.06 - Current
- Clinical skills and data interpretation: I am an advanced echocardiographer with daily skills in 3D technology. I provide thorough and complex data analysis when carrying out echocardiogram/reporting.
- TAVI Pathway: Senior physiologist for TAVI service; responsible for diagnostic imaging pre, peri and post procedure.
- Interventional collaboration: I provide physiological and technical support in high-pressure environments (Cath Lab/Hybrid Theatre), directly influencing procedural success through expert data interpretation.
- System Evaluation: Regularly assess new software and hardware updates, providing feedback to management on usability and accuracy during team meetings.
Specialist Cardiac Physiologist
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust
Lancaster, Lancashire
2020.07 - 2023.06
- Clinical Experience: I managed high patient volume, which required knowledge of various ultrasound technologies to ensure efficient workflow during outpatient clinics and inpatient requests.
- Training: Mentored junior staff and ATOs, developing the ability to analyse data (Echo, Holter monitor and 12-lead ECGs)
- Accreditation Focus: I commenced a rigorous Echocardiography Training Programme and became more familiar with professional standards and clinical regulatory bodies.
- Service Lead for FibriCheck: I helped set up and lead a new arrhythmia service for detecting paroxysmal AF, involving MDT meetings, clinical governance and evidence based practice.
Assistant technical officer
Royal Liverpool & Broadgreen NHS Foundation Trust
Liverpool, Merseyside
2019.03 - 2020.07
- Clinical Experience: I became proficient in carrying out and interpreting 12-lead ECGs across various departments in a busy teaching hospital. This involved working under pressure in the A&E department.
- Cross site working: I was happy to work across various sites in this hospital trust, as required.
- Qualifications: I passed all of the internal examinations to ensure that I was providing an efficient service.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Clinical Echocardiographer
Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester, England 2021.09 - 2022.07
Master of Science - Cardiovascular Science
University of Chester
Chester, England 2017.09 - 2018.08
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Science
University of Sheffield
Sheffield 2010.09 - 2013.07
Certificate of Higher Education - Echocardiographer
British Society of Echocardiography (BSE)
ETP - Clinical Echocardiography
National School of Healthcare Science
Skills
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Expertise in echocardiography
- Calm under pressure
- Problem-solving
- University-Level lecturing
- Patient history intake process
- Diagnostic accuracy
- Cardiovascular sonography techniques
Affiliations
- Football
- Golf
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Advanced Cardiac Physiologist
NHS - Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
2023.06 - Current
Certificate of Higher Education - Clinical Echocardiographer
Manchester Metropolitan University
2021.09 - 2022.07
Specialist Cardiac Physiologist
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust
2020.07 - 2023.06
Assistant technical officer
Royal Liverpool & Broadgreen NHS Foundation Trust
2019.03 - 2020.07
Master of Science - Cardiovascular Science
University of Chester
2017.09 - 2018.08
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Science
University of Sheffield
2010.09 - 2013.07
Certificate of Higher Education - Echocardiographer
British Society of Echocardiography (BSE)
ETP - Clinical Echocardiography
National School of Healthcare Science