Highly Specialised Cardiac Physiologist (CRM/Invasive)

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a highly experienced device Cardiac Physiologist to join the Cardiac Rhythm Management team. You will provide expert support for device implantation and follow-up, contribute to service expansion and continuous improvement, and work closely with cardiology colleagues to deliver exemplary patient care.

The role involves independently managing specialist device assessments, remote monitoring, and participating in ongoing

Responsibilities

• Independently provide specialist and advanced Physiologist support to the Cardiac Device Service in Implantation and Follow-Up of the full range of implantable cardiac devices (implantable defibrillators, cardiac resynchronisation therapy devices, pacemakers and implantable loop recorders).
• Remote monitoring and alert management.

Job description

The Cardiology Department at MKUH is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated, highly experienced device Cardiac Physiologist to join our Cardiac Rhythm Management team. In this key role, you will contribute to service expansion, continuous improvement, and the delivery of high-quality patient care. We are looking for an individual who values patient interaction, demonstrates excellent communication skills, and thrives in a collaborative environment, maintaining positive relationships with internal and external partners. You will work as part of a supportive team, where teamwork and commitment are essential, and your ongoing professional development will be encouraged. With the continuous growth of our local community, MKUH has recently invested in a refurbished Cath Lab to support our established PCI service. Alongside this, we have successfully launched a physiologist-led ILR implant service in close collaboration with our Consultant Cardiologists. Looking ahead, we continue to explore opportunities for innovation, ensuring our patients receive the very best care. Are you up for a challenge? "We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute" Interview date: 11 November 2026

• Highly Specialist Cardiac Physiologist providing independent specialist support to the Cardiac Device Service in the implantation of Pacemakers (including LBAP) and ILR's along with follow-up of the full range of implantable cardiac devices (implantable defibrillators, cardiac resynchronisation therapy devices, pacemakers and implantable loop recorders).
• To support PCI and diagnostic angiography.
• Performs and reports highly specialist cardiac assessments appropriate to role.
• Assists in the day-to-day coordination of the department.

Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career. As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities. We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre. We have just opened the Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards. Further investment is underway, including the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030. Visit our website to explore the latest news and opportunities at MKUH -News - Milton Keynes University Hospital- For further information about Milton Keynes please visit -Visit Milton Keynes

Clinical responsibilities:

• To independently provide specialist and advanced Physiologist support to the Cardiac Device Service in the Implantation and Follow-Up of the full range of implantable cardiac devices (implantable defibrillators, cardiac resynchronisation therapy devices, pacemakers and implantable loop recorders), under the guidance of the Cardiac Device Lead and Lead Physiologist: Device Implantation and technical follow-up
• Remote monitoring and alert management

Patient care:

• To provide specialist and advanced assessment of cardiac devices within a range of settings, at an independent practice level under the guidance of the Cardiac Device Lead & Lead Cardiac Physiologist.
• The individual uses discretion to adjust plans and reprogram cardiac devices as the clinical situation/patient needs change.

Research & Development:

• Tosupport the Lead Physiologist in maintaining clinical governance arrangements and to report and respond to untoward incidents.
• Conduct regular audits or reviews appropriate to own practice and the needs of the department .

Policy and Service Development:

• Contribute to service development in liaison with Lead Cardiac Physiologist.
• Actively participate in developing, monitoring and reviewing protocols, care pathways and policies which may impact on own work area and other departments i.e. design of protocols and patient care pathways in various related fields by participating in multidisciplinary working parties.