Cardiac Physiologist | Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site leisure facilities

Subsidised parking on site

Staff café and break spaces

Job summary

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Cardiac Physiologist for a Band 5 rotational role in cardiac physiology. You will rotate between non-invasive and invasive areas, performing 12-lead ECGs, ambulatory monitoring, and provocative treadmill tests under supervision.

Training and development are provided to support accreditation and professional growth. The post holder will work within a large team delivering high-quality patient care and be involved in liaising with

Qualifications

• Must hold a degree in cardiac physiology or equivalent.
• RCCP or AHCS registration in progress or completed.
• Band 5 rotational position in cardiac physiology.

Responsibilities

• Rotate between non-invasive and invasive areas of the department.
• Perform 12-lead ECGs and ambulatory monitors with analysis.
• Conduct provocative treadmill tests and pharmacological MIBI.
• Left and right heart catheterisation; ILR implant and analysis.
• Pacemaker implantation and follow-up with supervision; device follow-up.
• Engage in professional development with training and appraisal.
• Maintain professionalism and liaise with clinical teams and public.

Skills

Cardiac physiology degree

RCCP/AHCS registration in progress or

Education

Degree in Cardiac Physiology

Job description

Cardiac Physiologist | Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Company:

Company: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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.

Full and ongoing training and support will be provided for the successful candidate with a view to acquire further qualifications and accreditation. We are in the process of introducing a structured and comprehensive professional development plan for advancement as part of the appraisal system.

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.

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.

This vacancy will close at midnight on 25th October 2026

Interviews are due to be held on 16th November 2026

All appointments with a start date on or after 1 October 2026 will be subject to a 12-week probationary period. This provides a structured and supportive period to help you settle into your role, with regular reviews and feedback.

As there is a 12-week probationary period, successful candidates are expected to have the Right to Work for a period of at least 6 months from the proposed start date. Immigration and Right to Work status will be discussed with successful candidates at conditional offer. CUH will not offer sponsorship to candidates that have applied for a fee waiver.

Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full-time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full-time permanent contract unless you have:

• applied for a Graduate visa
• or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment

Benefits to you

At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.

On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only café, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.

CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

This advert closes on Sunday 25 Oct 2026

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust