Band 7 Cardiac Physiologist - Rhythm Management

Jarrodean Healthcare; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust is seeking a Band 7 Cardiac Physiologist specializing in Cardiac Rhythm Management. The role involves overseeing a busy pacing clinic, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and supporting device implantation. This position offers career development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction and ongoing training

Career development opportunities

Certificate of Sponsorship

£500 bonus for successful referrals

Qualifications

• Substantial post-qualification experience, including ICDs and Biventricular pacemakers.
• Devices accreditation (e.g., IHBRE or HRUK/BSE).
• Membership of Heart Rhythm Society, UK/BSE.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support a busy pacing clinic, managing approximately 300 face-to-face appointments.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to perform 700 PCI procedures annually.
• Support the implantation of around 300 devices each year.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Degree-qualified Cardiac Physiologist

Job description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced Cardiac Physiologists to join this NHS Trust's Cardiology team as a Band 7 Cardiac Physiologist - Cardiac Rhythm Management, based at their large Teaching Hospital site in Stevenage, Hertfordshire.

This is a Band 7 AfC post with an additional 12.5% enhancement, with the possibility of starting at Band 6 and progressing to Band 7 through competency development.

International applicants may be considered, provided they meet the specified person requirements.

The Team/Department:

This is a close-knit team, including a Band 8 Manager, four Band 7 Physiologists (including this role), two Band 6s, and three Band 5s, including apprentices. The department has two dedicated Cath Labs and a Pacing Service, covering all aspects of invasive cardiology, including conduction pacing and biventricular pacing, managing over 2,500 pacemaker patients annually.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Oversee and support a busy pacing clinic, managing approximately 300 face-to-face appointments and 1,000 remote follow-ups each month for loops, brady, and complex devices.
2. Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to perform 700 PCI procedures and 250 Primary PCI procedures annually.
3. Support the implantation of around 300 devices each year.

Person Requirements:

• Degree-qualified Cardiac Physiologist
• Substantial post-qualification experience, including ICDs and Biventricular pacemakers
• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Excellent communication skills with staff at all levels and from different professions
• Devices accreditation (e.g., IHBRE or HRUK/BSE)
• Membership of Heart Rhythm Society, UK/BSE

This hospital group is among the top three NHS trusts in the East of England, with strong links to the University of Hertfordshire and the University of Cambridge. It has been nominated by the Chief Nursing Officer for England and NHS England to pioneer the Pathway to Excellence program, fostering a positive practice environment for staff development.

In addition to NHS benefits, the role offers:

• A comprehensive induction and ongoing training, support, and career development opportunities
• A Certificate of Sponsorship, if required and meeting criteria

For more information about Jarrodean and current roles, visit jarrodean.com.

If this role isn't suitable, consider our £500 bonus for successful referrals of friends or colleagues.