Locum Band 7 Echocardiographer - Birmingham

Pulse Healthcare; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 69,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse Healthcare is seeking a Locum Echocardiographer (Band 7) to join a client in Birmingham. The role involves performing echocardiograms and other diagnostic cardiac tests to assess heart function and structure.

The ideal candidate will hold a BSc in Clinical Physiology with BSE accreditation (or equivalent such as EACVI/ARDMS) and have proven experience in echocardiography, with strong communication and teamwork skills and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• BSc in Clinical Physiology or equivalent.
• Accredited by the British Society of Echocardiography or equivalent (EACVI/ARDMS).
• Proven experience as an Echocardiographer.
• Experience in performing Echocardiograms.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform echocardiograms and related diagnostic tests.
• Analyse and interpret echocardiographic data.
• Collaborate with cardiologists and healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate patient records and confidentiality.
• Provide patient education and support.

Skills

Echocardiography

Cardiac imaging

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent working

Education

BSc in Clinical Physiology or equivalent

Accredited by BSE or equivalent (EACVI/ARDMS)

Job description

Locum Band 7 Echocardiographer - Birmingham

Birmingham

Role:Locum Echocardiographer
Banding:Band 7
Location: Birmingham
Hours:Full-time
Start Date: 13/01/2026
Rate: £50 – £58 per hour
Duration:Ongoing

About the role:

The Clinical Physiology team at Pulse is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Locum Echocardiographer to join our client in Birmingham. As a Band 7 Echocardiographer, you will be responsible for performing echocardiograms and other diagnostic cardiac procedures to assess heart function and structure.

Duties and Responsibilities:

You will conduct echocardiograms and other related diagnostic tests, analyse and interpret echocardiographic data, and collaborate with cardiologists and other healthcare professionals. Additionally, you will maintain accurate patient records and ensure confidentiality, while also providing patient education and support.

Qualifications and Experience:

• BSc in Clinical Physiology or equivalent.
• Accredited by the British Society of Echocardiography (BSE) or equivalent accreditation (EACVI/ARDMS).
• Proven experience as an Echocardiographer.
• Experience in performing Echocardiograms.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Why work with Pulse?

From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out.

Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else.

We always prioritize your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource.

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.