Chief Cardiac Physiologist (12% R&R) | Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS foundation trust in Milton Keynes is seeking a Chief Cardiac Physiologist. The role involves performing echocardiograms, supporting training, and participating in clinical service development. Candidates should have experience in technical cardiology and a relevant degree. The position offers flexible working opportunities and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Discounted gym membership

Generous annual leave and pension scheme

Extensive staff health and well-being programme

Qualifications

• Experienced in performing and reporting adult transthoracic echocardiograms.
• Knowledge of supervising training sessions for candidates and registrars.
• Ability to assist with Bubble studies and stress echocardiograms.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality patient care during echocardiography procedures.
• Support training and development of non-accredited Physiologists.
• Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to service development.

Skills

Echocardiography

Patient care

Technical cardiology expertise

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Echocardiography machines

Job description

Overview

Chief Cardiac Physiologist (12% R&R)

Department: Cardiology

Band 7 £46,148 - £52,809 Per annum (plus 12% RRP)

Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

The Cardiology Department is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Cardiac Physiologist to join our Team. The role will rotate across our sites at Milton Keynes University Hospital and Lloyds Court Community Diagnostic Centre. With this expansion we are gaining additional Echo machines at the latest market models and software that will enhance your skills.

A collegiate atmosphere in our department means that we welcome the ideas and opinions of each member of staff towards service provision, by encouraging participation and contribution to weekly Echo MDT and monthly teaching sessions as well as service meetings.

We are seeking to recruit a fully autonomous echocardiographer with the desire to contribute with new ideas to further expand our service with high quality and effective care. Opportunities to explore other physiologist services (Holter/Devices) can be provided depending on experience. If you are someone looking for a new challenge and you think that you can make the difference, consider applying for a position in our team and be part of a group that wants to help build an exciting and forward-thinking service.

For any queries please contact, Jose Samoes, Senior Chief Cardiac Physiologist [e-mail]

Understanding the importance of Cardiac Physiologists in a multi-disciplinary team and valuing the clinical input that we offer as healthcare professionals, at MKUH we run a Physiologist-led Valve Clinic service.

Independently perform and report adult transthoracic echocardiograms.

Support on training for non-accredited Physiologists and Cardiology Registrars, supervising on practical sessions.

To assist with Bubble studies and stress echocardiograms.

To contribute towards Echo service development.

Opportunities to explore other physiologist services (Holter and/or Devices) can be provided depending on experience.

We work with our ambitious team of Consultant Cardiologists to further develop the innovative physiologist led services with support on a clinical and technical skills level, such as the recent launched non-medical led ILR implant service co-delivered by our physiologists. In collaboration with Oxford University Hospital Adult Congenital Heart Disease Consultant Specialist, we provide a monthly GUCH clinic to our patients at MKUH.

We welcome you to MKUH and outline our supportive environment and benefits below.

Benefits

• Free on-site parking
• Free tea and coffee
• Great flexible working opportunities
• Discounted gym membership
• Lease car scheme
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme
• On site nursery (chargeable)
• Extensive staff health and well-being programme

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.

Main duties and responsibilities

• The postholder will provide specialist professional expertise while acting as a resource within the technical cardiology service at Milton Keynes University Hospital and Community Diagnostic Centre.
• To perform a range of standard and complex investigations as requested by clinicians and analyse patient results, providing a comprehensive written report when necessary.
• To monitor and respond to changes in patient’s clinical status.
• To deliver appropriate and individualised patient care at all times.
• To perform at independent practitioner level in the field of Echocardiography to a high standard, completing accurate and comprehensive reports in a timely manner.
• To run Physiologist-led Valve Clinics (training can be provided).
• To participate in weekly Echo MDT.
• To contribute to the Echo teaching sessions.
• To support with IP and OP TTE referral triage, following internal guidance based on the BSE recommendations.
• Analyse ambulatory monitors providing factual reports about the findings, which impact on the clinical management of the patient.
• To provide cross cover to other areas of the technical service, as the needs of the service dictate.
• Develop and implement protocols for working with individuals, families, communities and other professionals.
• To promote a multi-disciplinary approach to Cardiac Care recognising, utilising and valuing the expertise of other disciplines.
• To support the departmental manager in introducing measures to actively manage and reduce risk to patients; to ensure the formal reporting and recording of any adverse incidents, in line with Trust policy.
• To actively develop and contribute to relevant programmes of audit, raising the profile and enhancing the contribution of Physiologists as a whole to this process.
• Any other technical duties commensurate with the grade and scope of the post.

Please refer to Job Description for further details

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.

MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.

Additional notices

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.

By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.

Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.

This advert closes on Friday 3 Oct 2025