Senior Cardiorespiratory Physiologist

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in London is seeking motivated individuals for the cardiorespiratory diagnostics service. The role involves working 12-hour shifts, supporting patients with diagnostic tests in a community setting. Training will be provided, and opportunities for research and quality assurance activities are available.

Qualifications

• Candidates with backgrounds in Cardiac or Respiratory physiology and Exercise Science will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Support non-invasive services focusing on cardiorespiratory services.
• Perform cardiopulmonary exercise testing and electrocardiography.

Skills

Cardiac physiology

Respiratory physiology

Exercise Science

Education

BSc in Clinical Physiology

Job description

The CDC is part of a wider programme to reform and renew the delivery of diagnostics to meet increasing demand for services. CDCs will facilitate patients having their diagnostic tests performed closer to home and within the local community. They are open for 12 hours a day over 7 days a week.

Services Provided

• General Ultrasound service
• Cardiorespiratory Diagnostics

Job Overview

We are seeking motivated individuals to work in the cardiorespiratory diagnostics service at the CDC, Mile End Hospital, with regular rotation to other sites. The role requires autonomous work (training provided based on background experience) across the service.

Key responsibilities include cardiopulmonary exercise testing supporting the unexplained breathlessness service, non-invasive cardiology including ambulatory monitors and electrocardiography.

Candidate Requirements

• BSc in Clinical Physiology (or equivalent) with a cardiology or respiratory specialism, or backgrounds in Cardiac or Respiratory physiology and Exercise Science will be considered.

Application Process

To arrange a visit, please contact [e-mail].

Main Duties

The successful candidate will support the non-invasive services at CDC, focusing on cardiorespiratory services, working 12-hour shifts across 7 days. There will be opportunities to engage in research, audit projects, and quality assurance activities. Training will be provided to develop skills across cardiology and respiratory services, depending on background.

About Us

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts, committed to excellence and innovation, aiming to provide safe, high-quality care and a supportive working environment that promotes inclusion and diversity.

Job Responsibilities & Person Specification

The full job description and person specification are available via the attached documents. We support flexible working arrangements and encourage interested candidates to discuss this with the recruiting manager.