Cardiac Physiologist Practitioner

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust; Frimley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Frimley is seeking a Band 6 Cardiac Physiologist Practitioner to support high-quality cardiac investigations. The role is suited for an enthusiastic individual with a BSc in Clinical Physiology and extensive experience in physiological investigations. You will work collaboratively in a supportive team while contributing to innovative services and professional development.

Benefits

Opportunities for Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Qualifications

• Intermediate Life Support Skills.
• Extensive experience in physiological investigations.
• Competency to lead in ECG, ETT and Ambulatory Monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of a high-quality Cardiac Investigation Service.
• Perform a broad range of diagnostic investigations.
• Assist in all invasive investigations within the Cardiac Catheter Laboratory.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Empathetic approach to staff and patients

Effective time management skills

Education

BSc (Hons) Clinical Physiology

Registration with HCPC or RCCP

Job description

Job Overview

Band 6 Cardiac Physiologist Practitioner

Location: Frimley Park Hospital

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Cardiac Physiologist to join our welcoming and supportive team at Frimley Park Hospital.

Our forward-thinking department delivers a comprehensive range of invasive and non-invasive cardiac investigations and therapies, including:

• Ambulatory Monitoring
• Exercise Tolerance Testing
• Pacemaker, ICD, and Complex Device implantation and follow-up
• Angiography

We are committed to expanding physiologist-led services and place a strong emphasis on supporting staff with opportunities for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and career progression.

This role is ideal for a Physiologist with solid core knowledge and skills who is eager to take the next step in their career and contribute to the development of our innovative service.

Main Duties of the Job

• Support the delivery of a high-quality Cardiac Investigation Service.
• Perform a broad range of diagnostic investigations, including:
  • Pacemaker, ICD, and complex device interrogation and follow-up (with supervision).
  • Assist in device implant procedures (PPM/ICD/CRT).
  • Assist in all invasive investigations within the Cardiac Catheter Laboratory and produce comprehensive reports.
  • Lead on Exercise Tolerance Testing.
  • Undertake and report on Holter monitoring analysis.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Essential: BSc (Hons) Clinical Physiology; Intermediate Life Support Skills; Registration with HCPC or RCCP.
• Desirable: Accredited Member of the Society of Cardiological Science and Technology or equivalent.

Experience

• Essential: Extensive experience in physiological investigations; Substantial general physiological measurements experience; Demonstrate competency to lead in ECG, ETT and Ambulatory Monitoring.

Skills and Knowledge

• Essential: Ability to work independently; Ability to provide technical reports; Positive attitude to change; Good communication and interpersonal skills; Empathetic approach to staff and patients; IT literate; Good presentation skills; Effective time management skills.

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