Advanced Cardiac Physiologist/Healthcare Scientist Rhythm Management

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Manchester is seeking an Advanced Specialist Cardiac Physiologist with a focus on Electrophysiology. The role involves providing high-level cardiac diagnostic services, leading a team, and participating in training and research. The organization offers a competitive working environment with opportunities for personal and professional development. This position is based in Manchester with flexible working options available.

Qualifications

• Experience in cardiac physiology procedures and research.
• Ability to provide leadership in a multidisciplinary team.
• Interest in training for electrophysiology.

Responsibilities

• Practise independently at Advanced Specialist level.
• Lead the cardiac physiology team.
• Participate in training and development of healthcare professionals.

Skills

Electrophysiology experience

Leadership skills

Cardiac physiology procedures

Education

Relevant degree in Cardiac Physiologist

Job description

Overview

A Vacancy at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. Band 7 Advanced Specialist Cardiac Physiologist Cardiac Rhythm Management (Electrophysiology experience is desirable). We are looking for enthusiastic, committed, dynamic individuals to join our team at Manchester Foundation Trust who will rotate between sites to provide Cardiac Diagnostic Services both in a large tertiary centre, District General and the community setting. The department offers a full spectrum of invasive and non-invasive cardiac diagnostic investigations and is committed to developing staff and actively developing new roles for service provision. Our mission is to improve the health/quality of life for our patients by building an organisation that develops and invests in the individuals that work here; this can only be achieved with the recruitment of the right people. Flexible working will be considered.

Job Purpose / Responsibilities

Independently practises with a high level of skill and autonomy at Advanced Specialist level in at least one field of tertiary cardiology; we are looking for someone with electrophysiology experience or who is interested in training in electrophysiology. Independently practises with a high level of skill and autonomy in a wide range of other cardiac physiology procedures. Provides effective day-to-day leadership of the cardiac physiology team within the advanced specialist field and other areas when required. Actively participates in practical & theoretical training & development of multidisciplinary healthcare professionals from inside and outside of the organisation. Participates in cardiac & associated medical research as integral to the role. To undertake any other duties which is deemed appropriate to the band when requested by Principal Cardiac Physiologist.

About MFT

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of over £3bn and is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year. Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary. We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022. We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable. At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.

Application & Diversity

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating, and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at [e-mail].

How to apply / Closing date

We’re looking forward to hearing from you! This advert closes on Sunday 12 Oct 2025.