Senior Cardiac Physiologist | University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

University Hospitals of Leicester; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare institution is seeking an experienced Cardiac Physiologist to join their Non-Invasive team in Leicestershire. The role involves performing adult Holter analysis and exercise tolerance testing, ensuring quality assurance of equipment, and supporting patient bookings. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills and the ability to deliver high-quality reports. The position is full-time with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in performing adult Holter analysis and exercise tolerance testing.
• Ability to manage a busy ECG clinic per SCST guidelines.
• Strong communication skills with hospital departments and GP practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report adult Holter analysis and exercise tolerance testing.
• Ensure quality assurance checks on equipment.
• Submit high-quality reports in accordance with contractual requirements.

Skills

Holter analysis

Exercise tolerance testing

Quality assurance checks

Patient information systems maintenance

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an experienced and driven Cardiac Physiologist to join our busy Non-Invasive team in Leicestershire, on a full-time basis. As a Cardiac Physiologist at University Hospitals Leicester, you will provide a safe and welcoming clinical environment for patients. The role of Senior Cardiac Physiologist is to support patient analysis at the Hinckley CDC. You will join our other seniors in rotation through our hospital sites: Glenfield Hospital, Leicester General, and the Hinckley CDC. Training is at the heart of our department and we thrive together as a team. There will be an analysis test on the day of interview and all interviews will be face to face.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report adult Holter analysis and exercise tolerance testing, as well as managing a very busy ECG clinic, in line with SCST guidelines.
• Ensure quality assurance checks on equipment and take action as appropriate.
• Submit high-quality reports in accordance with contractual requirements and local SOPs. Liaise with relevant hospital departments and GP practices for urgent clinical referrals.
• Support patient bookings and ensure patient information systems are maintained.

Strategy, values and culture

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030). We have four primary goals: high-quality care for all; being a great place to work; partnerships for impact; and research and education excellence. We will embed health equality in all we do, taking active steps to reduce avoidable differences in healthcare in partnership with communities. Our values are: compassionate, proud, inclusive, and one team.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

The job holder will undertake a range of advanced non-invasive cardiac investigations, with the knowledge and expertise to interpret and advise clinicians. Provide clinical and professional leadership to Physiology colleagues in the specialist area. The individual will assist in the provision and quality of the specialist areas, and the day-to-day organisation of the respiratory and cardiac function services.

Please see job description/person specification for full details on the role.

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Closing date

This advert closes on Tuesday 7 Oct 2025