Cardiac Physiologist Band 7

NHS; Banbury, Oxford; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS teaching trust seeks a Band 7 Cardiac Physiologist to provide expert cardiac investigations and reports. The role involves working closely with a multidisciplinary team, contributing to service development, and promoting best practices in patient care. Candidates should have postgraduate experience and demonstrate leadership qualities. Flexible working patterns are considered.

Qualifications

• Experience performing at Band 6 level.
• Evidence of leadership and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Cardiac Physiology in operational matters.
• Lead the development of protocols and guidelines.
• Ensure quality initiatives meet patient needs.

Skills

Self-motivation

Effective verbal and written communication

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Education

STP/BSc in Clinical Physiology

Masters level study evidence

Tools

ECG

Echocardiography

Haemodynamic monitoring

Job description

Go back Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Cardiac Physiologist Band 7

The closing date is 21 May 2025

To undertake a range of diagnostic cardiac investigations at a highly specialist physiologist level and provide expert, clinically accurate reports, adhering to local and national guidelines. Provide expert knowledge and skills in a range of cardiac investigations, communicating results across a multidisciplinary team. Provide training to all relevant members of the MDT in the delivery of routine and complex cardiac investigations. Work closely with consultant cardiologists, clinical cardiac physiology leads, advanced nurse practitioners, and other medical colleagues in providing clinical leadership and input into service development. Facilitate the efficient and effective management of resources within cardiac physiology. Contribute to the strategic development and daily operational management of the department. Initiate and undertake audits within the specialist area and work collaboratively with research departments.

Act as a clinical role model and resource to staff, demonstrating a commitment to evidence-based/best practice care and clinical excellence to optimise quality of care.

Ensure that the service standards meet national clinical standards and align with the Trust's strategic aims.

Main duties of the job

The Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust requires a clinically excellent Cardiac Physiologist to join one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. The Trust comprises four hospitals, three in Oxford and one in Banbury, with the Cardiac Physiology department working across all sites and community hubs.

We seek a motivated Band 7 Cardiac Physiologist to join our supportive, dynamic, and friendly team. Candidates should demonstrate postgraduate-level work experience through a continuous development portfolio and show evidence of leadership, mentorship, and specialist working within Cardiac Physiology, which would be advantageous.

The successful candidate will join a large team of experienced Cardiac Physiologists, Arrhythmia and Complex Device Nurse Practitioners. The department encourages active involvement with professional bodies and has regular representation at council level with BSE, BHRS, and BCIS.

We are a practical assessment centre for BSE and participate in the STP OSFA assessments for the National School of Healthcare Science. Professional development is encouraged at all levels.

We are a National School of Healthcare Science accredited training centre.

Professional registration is preferred, e.g., RCCP or AHCS.

We encourage informal visits or telephone discussions to explore the post and your career aspirations.

Flexible working patterns will be considered.

About us

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts, providing a wide range of clinical services and serving as a base for medical education, training, and research. Find out more at www.ouh.nhs.uk.

The Trust comprises four hospitals: John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington, and Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement, and excellence define the quality of care and professional relationships. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence. For more, watch our story on the OUH YouTube channel.

Job responsibilities

• Support the Head of Cardiac Physiology in operational and managerial matters, including resource management and personnel development.
• Create, support, and develop a dynamic team with a shared vision for future planning and development.
• Implement and support quality initiatives, including standards, audits, and evaluations to meet patient needs within the specialty.
• Work with the team to ensure procedures facilitate achievement of Trust targets, including diagnostic test waiting times and clinical governance frameworks.
• Lead the development and evaluation of protocols, guidelines, and procedures based on current evidence and research.
• Monitor activity and ensure staffing levels and skills meet clinical requirements.
• Promote efficient resource utilization through education and example.
• Ensure all new staff receive appropriate induction, orientation, and mentorship.
• Improve and develop Cardiac Physiologist roles.

Planned interview date: to be confirmed

Person Specification

Education and Professional Qualifications

• STP/BSc in Clinical Physiology or equivalent
• Relevant experience performing at Band 6 level
• Supportive of junior and senior staff development
• Ongoing professional development evidence
• Leadership development evidence
• SCST
• RCCP
• ILS/ALS
• GCP
• Recognised teaching/assessing qualification
• BHRS/BSE accreditation
• Masters level study evidence

Experience and Knowledge

• Experience in cardiac procedures such as ECG, exercise testing, echocardiography, ambulatory monitoring, haemodynamic monitoring, device implantation, and electrophysiological procedures.
• Research experience
• Team management experience
• Professional attitude and pride in work
• Patient-centered, compassionate approach
• Role model qualities, honest communication, exceeding expectations
• Respectful, team-oriented, committed to professional growth
• Leadership demonstrated
• Ability to learn from experiences

Skills and Abilities

• Self-motivation
• Openness to change
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Adaptability and positive attitude
• Ability to cope under pressure
• Decision-making and problem-solving skills

Physical Characteristics

• Good health record
• Professional appearance and policy compliance
• Ambitious and enthusiastic
• Evidence of ongoing professional development

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to a DBS check as per the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975 (Exceptions Order). A disclosure submission is required.

£46,148 to £52,809 per annum, pro-rata