Highly Specialised Cardiac Physiologist -CRM

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust seeks a Highly Specialist Cardiac Physiologist - CRM for the North Middlesex Hospital site in London. This Band 7, permanent role is full-time (37.5 hours) with flexible compressed hours.

The post holder will conduct invasive and non-invasive CRM investigations, run device follow-up clinics, and supervise junior staff within the cath-lab, delivering reports to BHRS standards. Experience with pacemaker/ILR implants is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: BSc in cardiac physiology or equivalent; BHRS accreditation or equivalent; AHSC registered; Masters in Cardiac Science.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate complex information clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously in a CRM setting; commitment to patient care and safety.
• Experience with ECG interpretation and non-invasive/invasive cardiac investigations is desirable.
• Willingness to support education and training of junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver physiologist-led cardiac devices follow-up clinics.
• Deliver physiologist-led remote clinics.
• Implantation of cardiac devices - pacemakers, ILRs.
• Work autonomously in the cardiology cath-lab.
• Familiar with non-invasive procedures with good ECG interpretation skills.
• Support junior staff in the department.
• Participate in the education programme.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Active listening

Complex information delivery

Accountability

Education

BSc in cardiac physiology or equivalent

BHRS accreditation or equivalent

AHSC registered

Masters in Cardiac Science

Job description

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Highly Specialised Cardiac Physiologist -CRM

Band 7

Main area Cardiac physiology Grade Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Flexible working (4 days compressed hours can be accomodated)) Job ref 391-NMUH-7983813-A

Site NORTH MIDDLESEX UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL- CARDIOLOGY DEPARTMENT Town LONDON Salary £55,524 - £62,652 Per annum inclusive of Outer London HCAs Salary period Yearly Closing 16/09/2026 23:59

Our trust has over 17,000 staff serving 2 million patients every year. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital, North Middlesex University Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients.

Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers’ money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.

Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME, gender equality, staff carers and people with disabilities and lived experiences to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.

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The Royal Free NHS trusts consist of four hospitals providing world class service to its patients in North London and beyond. This post will be based at North Middlesex hospital.

The North Middlesex Hospital cardiology department offers a range of invasive and non invasive investigations. There is a cath lab that offers pacemaker implantation, ILRs and angiography service. There is physiologist led a cardiac device follow up service supported by our 3 EP/CRM consultants.

The post holder will be an invasive / devices accredited highly specialised cardiac physiologist, independently performing and reporting to BHRS standards at Advance Specialist level in Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM). Applicants must hold full accreditation with BHRS or equivalent and have relevant experience at a senior cardiac physiologist level.

Main duties of the job

• Deliver physiologist led cardiac devices follow up clinics
• Deliver Physiologist-led remote clinics
• Implantation of cardiac devices- pacemakers, ILRs
• Working autonomously in the cardiology cath-lab
• Familiar with all non-invasive procedures with good ECG interpretation skills
• Support junior staff in the department
• Participate in the education programme

Working for our organisation

The Royal Free NHS trusts consist of four hospitals providing world class service to its patients in North London and beyond. This post will be based at North Middlesex hospital.

NMUH North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Hospital Trust (NMUH) is one of London’s busiest healthcare providers, providing hospital care and community services for the 350,000 people living in Enfield, Haringey and beyond. Our specialist services include HIV, cardiology, blood disorders, diabetes, fertility, sickle cell and thalassemia. In addition to a full range of cancer diagnosis and treatment services, the Helen Rollason Cancer Support Centre is based on-site and provides services to support cancer patients’ wellbeing. We also provide community services and have a dedicated 0-19 service for children and young people in Enfield so that they can get the best possible start in life.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Involved both in non-invasive and invasive procedures within the centre.

To provide training and advice for other staff and trainees within non-invasive cardiology to help and maintain an efficient, professional and patient cantered service

To ensure adequate monitoring of patients during CRM and angiography procedures.

Assist in the delivery of remote pacing and implantable loop recorder remote clinics.

To analyse and report investigations acting appropriately in the event of significant adverse findings.

To treat all patients with respect and understanding and ensure the comfort and satisfaction, as far as possible, of all patients attending or communicating with the Department.

To offer specialist advice and guidance to consultants leading the case in the field of CRM

To be responsible for ensuring the day-to-day care and quality assurance of any equipment used.

To have responsibility for providing letters/reports relating to CRM in a timely and appropriate way.

To keep up to date with advances in CRM and implement advances in service provision as and when appropriate.

Person specification

Education & Qualifications

• BSc in cardiac physioloy of equivalent
• BHRS accreditation or equivalent
• AHSC Registered
• Masters in Cardiac Science

Personal attributes

• Able to work under own initiative and without direct supervision within responsibilities of role.
• Demonstrates an empathetic, caring and sensitive approach to patients, relatives and carers.
• Aligns with Trust values
• Excellent timekeeping and a flexible approach to work.

Experience

• Highly specialist knowledge of Clinical Physiology in CRM
• Carry out and take responsibility for the full range of Cardiac Investigations to advanced level and be able to provide detailed clinical reports.
• Detailed knowledge of all invasive techniques including highly specialised procedures e.g. devices implantation/follow-up or advanced PCI.
• Understand and interpret routine and advanced specialist Cardiac Investigation results and analyse clinical data
• 2 years of Band 6 experience or equivalent

Skills and aptitudes

• Excellent written communication and attention to detail.
• Demonstrates sound clinical knowledge and up to date physiologist practice with evidence of critical thinking and problem solving.
• Excellent verbal and non -verbal communication skills
• Ability to actively listen to and hear peoples issues and concerns.
• Ability to communicate difficult, complex and contentious information in a way that is heard and understood
• Demonstrates sound understanding of personal and professional accountability. Able to manage own and others’ workload within a framework of competing priorities

Applications are welcome from people wishing to job share or work flexible patterns. We are committed to equal opportunities.

Please be advised that due to exceptionally high demand, all Royal Free accommodation is at full capacity and waiting lists are being held. Average waiting times are 12 months. Please do not rely on Trust accommodation when you commence your role and ensure you investigate alternative accommodation for your arrival.

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