CRM / EP Service Lead Cardiac Physiologist

UHCW NHS Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is seeking a highly specialized Cardiac Physiologist/Clinical Scientist to lead CRM/Electrophysiology and invasive services. The role covers EP, CRM, and complex device procedures with a focus on innovation, research, and clinical governance.

The post involves managing a team of Cardiac Physiologists, driving service development, and ensuring accreditation standards are met across sites in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience as a band 7/8a specialist in Electrophysiology and CRM.
• Experience leading CRM/EP and invasive procedures in a hospital setting.
• Evidence of research involvement and continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop CRM/EP and invasive service across departments.
• Manage and motivate Cardiac Physiologists; drive recruitment and service expansion.
• Ensure BHRS/IBHRE accreditation is maintained for self and team.
• Oversee budget, stock, and resource utilization to support delivery.
• Engage in audits, capacity planning, and business case developments.

Skills

Cardiac physiology

EP/CRM expertise

Leadership

Clinical governance

Workload planning

Education

Band 7/8a practitioner

Tools

3D mapping systems

Job description

CRM / EP Service Lead Cardiac Physiologist

A Vacancy at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust.

UHCW is one of the largest acute Trust’s in the country. With 17 Cardiology Consultants, we provide World Class innovation and research in all aspects of Cardiology.

We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, enthusiastic and highly specialized Cardiac Physiologist/Clinical Scientist to lead and develop our CRM/Electrophysiology and Invasive service.

Performing over 700 EP/Ablation procedures per year including, 3D mapping, Cryo, PFA, SVT EPS, and a substantial VT Ablation Service. As well as more than 500 Pacing/ICD and 250 ILR procedures.

AT UHCW we are proud to be involved in ongoing research in the field of CRM and EP, this allows us early use of new technologies and procedures. Our Catheter Suite provides a full range of diagnostic and therapeutic services; PPCI/PCI, TAVI, Right and Left heart Cath, structural closures/repairs, Complex device implantation and extraction.

We anticipate future service developments which will include advanced physiologist led clinics, with a Physiologist Led VT clinic already in operation, alongside a Joint Physiologist and Heart failure Nurse Optimization clinic.

The department encourages and supports research, educational development and attendance and participation at local and national meetings.

The successful candidate will receive a 'Golden Hello' payment of £5,000 on commencement of the post. This is repayable if the candidate leaves within 12 months.

Reporting to the Head of Department for Cardiac Investigations, the successful applicant will be responsible for managing a team of Cardiac Physiologists, driving innovation, recruitment and developing Cardiac Physiologist led services.

To work clinically as a highly specialist practitioner across the range of EP, CRM and invasive procedures performed in the Department of Cardiac Investigation (DCI) and the Catheter Lab, furthermore, to provide operational management support to the DCI manager/Chief Clinical Physiologist for the specified area within Cardiac Investigations.

To actively contribute to service developments and expansion, taking part in Audits, Capacity and Demand planning and supporting business case developments.

To manage both the EP and CRM cardiac physiologists, participate in appraisals and personal reviews and work to achieve agreed set objectives, including the required attendance of national and departmental meetings and nationally accredited courses.

To manage financial budget and ensure adequate stock levels of consumables are maintained, to ensure effective utilization of resources and continual service delivery.

Ensure full BHRS/IBHRE accreditation is maintained for self and team.

To support the Cardiology Operational Management Team in development and adherence of protocols and procedure guidelines, to ensure compliance with Trust/Operational requirements.

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Have significant experience working independently as a band 7 or band 8a specialist practitioner in both Electrophysiology and CRM

To work as a highly specialist practitioner across the range of EP, CRM and invasive procedures performed in the Department of Cardiac Investigation (DCI) and the Catheter Lab, furthermore, to provide operational management support to the DCI manager/Chief Clinical Physiologist for the specified area within Cardiac Investigations.

To provide nationally accredited highly specialist expertise for clinical practice, ensuring that all procedures and data produced are to the required standard and are documented in accordance with Operational Procedures/national guidelines.

To work across all sites as required, managing the workload for your designated clinical area, ensuring effective workforce planning, maximized capacity and robust service delivery.

To ensure diagnostic tests are performed in accordance with protocols and diagnostic reports containing a range of complex facts and measurements are accurate and produced in a timely manner.

To actively contribute to service developments and expansion, taking part in Audits, Capacity and Demand planning and supporting business case developments.

Experienced in CP led services for both EP and CRM and how the implementation of such services would be introduced to UHCW, to drive efficiencies and meet capacity needs.

To manage both the EP and CRM cardiac physiologists, participate in appraisals and personal reviews and work to achieve agreed set objectives, including the required attendance of national and departmental meetings and nationally accredited courses.

Ensure full BHRS/IBHRE accreditation is maintained for self and team.

Undertake further training as required for both professional development and service provision and be actively involved in clinical governance of service and service development.

To manage financial budget and ensure adequate stock levels of consumables are maintained, to ensure effective utilization of resources and continual service delivery.

To support the Cardiology Operational Management Team in development and adherence of protocols and procedure guidelines, to ensure compliance with Trust/Operational requirements.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.