Cardiac Physiologist

NHS; Frimley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Frimley is seeking a Band 5 Cardiac Physiologist to join their team. The role requires competence in invasive and non-invasive diagnostic procedures, as well as a commitment to ongoing professional development. Applicants should have a BSc in Clinical Physiology and the ability to work independently. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential. A competitive salary from £32,602 to £39,686 is offered, along with flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Wide range of knowledge in cardiac investigation procedures.
• Proficiency in exercise tolerance testing and ECG interpretation.
• Basic competency in pacemaker implants and follow-up.

Responsibilities

• Actively work towards competency in pacing implants.
• Contribute to the 24/7 primary PCI service rota.
• Deliver high standard of patient care.

Skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

Good organisational and time management skills

Ability to use initiative

Problem-solving approach

Ability to work unsupervised

Education

BSc Clinical Physiology (Cardiology) or equivalent

RCCP membership or evidence of eligibility to apply

ILS (Immediate Life Support)

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a flexible and motivated Band 5 Cardiac Physiologist to join our dynamic and supportive team. The post is based at Frimley Park Hospital, with an expectation to provide cross-site cover as service needs require.

The successful applicant will be competent to work independently, undertaking a broad range of invasive and non-invasive diagnostic investigations and procedures. Responsibilities will also include contributing to the training and supervision of junior staff, adapting to the changing needs of the department, and participating in the out-of-hours on-call rota.

We are seeking an individual who demonstrates commitment to professional development, with a willingness to further enhance their knowledge and skills in line with service requirements.

Main duties of the job

Cath Lab Experience and Responsibilities

Actively working towards competency in pacing implants and follow-ups.

Experience with intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), temporary pacing wire (TPW), and participation in the on-call rota for PPCI and device emergencies.

Contribute to the 24/7 primary PCI service rota.

Ensure all procedures are carried out in line with departmental policies, protocols, and risk assessments, while also contributing to their review and development.

Maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge and technical skills in line with advances in cardiology, identifying and addressing personal training needs.

Deliver a consistently high standard of patient care with strong attention to detail.

Perform medically unsupervised exercise testing and assist in stress echocardiography procedures.

Conduct and analyse ambulatory monitoring, including blood pressure and ECG.

Some experience in tilt table testing.

About us

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.

Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.

We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.

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Job responsibilities

For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• BSc Clinical Physiology (Cardiology) or equivalent
• RCCP membership or evidence of eligibility to apply
• ILS (Immediate Life Support)

Skills & Knowledge

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Ability to use initiative, apply a problem-solving approach and to work unsupervised where appropriate

Experience

• Wide range of knowledge in cardiac investigation procedures
• Proficiency in and a strong underpinning knowledge of exercise tolerance testing and resting and ambulatory ECG and BP recording and interpretation
• Basic competency in pacemaker implants and follow up and ILRs
• Basic knowledge and workings of the Cardiac Catheterisation lab. To understand what the cardiac physiologist's role is

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£32,602 to £39,686 a yearper annum incl HCAS