Chief Cardiac Physiologist - ECHO

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Geddington; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Chief Cardiac Physiologist specialising in ECHO to join our dynamic cardiology team. The role covers advanced echo imaging, DSE and TOE, with support from fourteen cardiologists, and a focus on service development across hubs.

The ideal candidate will hold BSE accreditation and demonstrate clinical leadership, with flexible working patterns and opportunities for professional growth in a tertiary-equivalent centre.

Qualifications

• To be clinically proficient in a range of clinical and scientific investigations and treatments for patients with a broad range of pathologies.
• To interpret and report a range of cardiology investigations and act upon the results.
• Maintain patient privacy and dignity; uphold health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide standardised Echo reports and communicate findings to care teams.
• Respond autonomously to clinical emergencies and technical situations with problem-solving initiative.
• Lead and supervise team members and participate in education and assessment.

Skills

Echo reporting

Patient communication

Education

BSE accreditation

Job description

Chief Cardiac Physiologist - ECHO

The closing date is 26 October 2026

Job summary

Cardiology at Kettering General Hospital has seen exponential growth over the last 5 years. We are therefore looking for an intuitive 7 Echo Physiologist to join our young and dynamic team. The position is also offered with a recruitment and retention bonus in line with the UHN

There are exciting opportunities here for the right candidate and we would love to hear from those who have their BSE accreditation and are looking for the next step in their career.

We are a forward thinking and friendly department which rewards our staff for their work. We offer flexible working, investment in training and equipment as well as exposure to advanced imaging.

We have newly refurbished Catheter Lab's and a fully refurbished Cardiac Investigations department, all of which are less than 1 year old.

We have all the facilities of a tertiary-equivalent Centre, including a modern digital echo lab performing the full range of complex scans including DSE and TOE, regular paediatric clinics and satellite echo clinics with the support of fourteen proactive Cardiologists who have an active role within the Echo service.

We are actively working towards Physiologist led valve clinics and TOE lists.

We run full time Echo lists out of the newly built Diagnostic Hub in Corby. There is an expectation to support scanning in the CDC hubs.

Main duties of the job

• To be clinically proficient in a range of clinical and scientific investigations and treatments for patients with a broad range of pathologies
• To be able to perform as well as interpret and report a range of cardiology investigations and act upon the results
• The post holder must work within the guidelines set out by the clinic/hospital protocols
• Provide standardised technical and professional Echo reports
• To respond autonomously to unexpected clinical emergencies and technical situations, displaying efficient problem solving initiative
• Be responsible for the safe use of complex scientific and medical equipment, including recording and arranging maintenance and calibration when appropriate
• The post holder will be adaptable and able to work in the diagnostic hubs supported by KGH
• To communicate with clarity and sensitivity to a broad range of patient groups showing empathy and emotional support when required
• Maintain patient privacy and dignity at all times
• Uphold standards for health and safety procedures
• Ensure that patient safety and experience and effectiveness of the service is maximised
• Must be able to independently plan and prioritise workload

Education, Training and Leadership

To provide effective clinical and educational leadership to all members of the team.

The post holder will supervise junior members of the team and be actively involved in the education and assessment of juniors and students.

About us

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University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) was formed through the grouping of Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As one group, we are on a journey to improve services for our communities by working collaboratively, modernising the way we deliver care and continually striving for excellence.

Working together allows us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities. There may be a requirement to work across our hospital sites depending on service needs.

Our Excellence Values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage.

UHN welcomes applications from people from all protected groups and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and have achieved the Gold Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme. Our active staff networks support colleagues from all backgrounds and help ensure everyone feels valued here at UHN.

Details

Date posted

13 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year UHN Recruitment and retention

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

264-8316897-MED

Job locations

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer details

Employer name

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

Employer's website

https://www.kgh.nhs.uk/working-for-us

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Principal Cardiac Physiologist

Leanne Kelly

[e-mail]

01536492484