Cardiac Physiologist

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Hartford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for a band 5 rotational position within cardiac physiology. The role requires a degree in cardiac physiology and RCCP/AHCS registration in progress or completed, with opportunities to work in both invasive and non-invasive areas and to rotate across the Cardiology Department.

You will perform 12-lead ECGs, ambulatory monitoring analysis, treadmill tests, MIBI, left and right heart catheterisation, ILR implants and complex

Qualifications

• Degree in cardiac physiology (or equivalent)
• RCCP or AHCS registration in progress or completed
• Ability to rotate between non-invasive and invasive Cardiology areas and be part of a team

Responsibilities

• Remain professional and liaise with clinical teams and public
• Rotate between non-invasive and invasive areas of Cardiology
• Perform 12-lead ECGs, ambulatory monitor analysis, treadmill tests and related procedures
• Engage in complex device follow-up and implant procedures under supervision

Skills

Cardiac physiology procedures

12-lead ECGs

Ambulatory monitor analysis

Provocative treadmill tests

MIBI pharmacology

Left & Right heart catheterisation

ILR implant & analysis

Pacemaker implantation & follow up

Complex device follow-up

Education

Cardiac physiology degree (or equivalent)

RCCP or AHCS registration in progress or completed

Job description

The post holder will be expected to remain professional at all times, liaise with other clinical teams and maintain good public relations on a one-to-one basis with the general public and other interest groups.

Applications are invited for a band 5 rotational position within cardiac physiology. You will have a degree in cardiac physiology (or equivalent) and will have RCCP or AHCS registration in progress or completed. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a large team and gain experience in both invasive and non-invasive cardiac physiology. We are a friendly and supportive team with a focus on delivering excellent patient care., You will be involved in all aspects of the Cardiology Department and will be expected to rotate between both non-invasive and invasive areas of the department. First and foremost is the ability to be part of a team.

You should be able to perform 12 lead ECG's; ambulatory monitors including analysis; physiologist-led provocative treadmill tests; pharmacological MIBI; left and right heart catheterisation; ILR implant and analysis; standard pacemaker implantation and follow up with supervision; complex device follow-up with supervision.

Our Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.