Cardiac Physiologist/Scientist (CRM Specialist) - Peterborough

NHS; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Peterborough is seeking an experienced Senior Cardiac Physiologist to support a rapidly expanding cardiology service. The role includes performing cardiac investigations, leading a team, and supervising junior staff. Candidates must hold a relevant degree and have extensive knowledge in Cardiac Physiology. This is a full-time permanent position offering a salary range of £47,810 to £54,710 per year.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge in Cardiac Physiology.
• Proficient in non-invasive clinical technical investigations.
• Ability to report across a range of diagnostic tests.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist skills in diagnostic angiography and pacing services.
• Perform and report on cardiac investigations.
• Support management and development of the device service.
• Involve in implantation and follow-up clinics.
• Supervise junior staff.

Skills

Intricate physical tasks concentration

Team leadership

Clinical acumen

Work under pressure

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Initiative

Maintaining care standards

Multi-disciplinary team communication

Education

BSc (Hons) in Clinical Physiology or equivalent

Registration in Cardiology modality

BHRS / IBHRE accreditation or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced colleague to support the development of our recently introduced but rapidly expanding Device/CRM service. The post-holder will perform and report a wide range of invasive/non-invasive cardiac investigations and will support the management and development of an effective and efficient angiography and device service. Our device service includes brady implants, a newly initiated conduction system pacing service, and we are increasing and enhancing our CRT-P and aspirational CRT-D service. The post holder will be involved in implantation, on-site follow-up, satellite pacing follow up clinics and the teaching/supervision of junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist skills and leadership within a team offering diagnostic angiography and pacing implant and follow-up services.
• Perform and report invasive and non-invasive cardiac investigations as part of an expanding device service.
• Support the management and development of the device service, including coordination of device follow-up at multiple sites outside of Peterborough.
• Contribute to the growth and development of the service within the purpose-built Cardiology unit and related clinics.
• Involve in implantation, on-site follow-up, satellite pacing follow up clinics, and the supervision/teaching of junior staff.

About us

We are committed to supporting colleagues through organisational change. Priority will be given to staff at risk within North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust and Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Integrated Care Board.

Details

• Date posted: 07 October 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
• Band: Band 7
• Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 per annum
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Location: Peterborough City Hospital, Peterborough, PE3 9GZ

Education and Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) in Clinical Physiology or equivalent qualification
• Registration in the Cardiology modality through the Registration Council For Clinical Physiologists (RCCP) or equivalent
• BHRS / IBHRE accreditation or equivalent

Experience

• Extensive knowledge and experience of working in all areas of Cardiac Physiology
• Proficient in specialist non-invasive clinical technical cardiac investigations
• Ability to report at a high technical level across a range of diagnostic tests

Desirable

• At least 3 years experience as a Senior Cardiac Physiologist with leadership/management experience
• Advanced IT skills

Key Skills/Abilties

• Ability to perform intricate physical tasks with a high level of concentration
• Able to lead a team confidently and competently
• High degree of knowledge/clinical acumen in related medical fields
• Able to work well under pressure
• Sound interpersonal, organisational and communication skills
• Evidence of continuing professional development across specialist clinical techniques
• Able to use own initiative
• Ability to maintain standards of care and leadership in a busy environment
• Ability to communicate effectively with a multi-disciplinary team within the Trust and Primary Care
• Able to deputise for Head of Service

Desirable

• Assertive yet approachable

Other requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be made as part of the recruitment process. Applicants must have current UK professional registration and, where applicable, sponsorship considerations for skilled workers will be addressed in line with UK Visas and Immigration guidance.