Senior Echocardiography Specialist – Cardiac Physiologist

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust; Wirral; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a Highly Specialised Cardiac Physiologist - Echocardiographer to join our busy Cardio-Respiratory Department. The role supports specialist imaging, interpretation of complex results and patient communication, with opportunities for advancement as accreditation is achieved.

The post requires accreditation and offers a pathway to preceptorship and leadership within non-invasive services, while contributing to a large, multi-disciplinary

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Clinical Physiology or Healthcare science.
• RCCP registration is required.
• BSE accreditation or progress towards accreditation is expected.

Responsibilities

• Perform highly specialised diagnostic cardiac ultrasound, including echocardiography and stress echo.
• Assist in Transoesophageal Echocardiography as needed and interpret complex results.
• Explain procedures to patients with empathy, ensuring privacy and dignity at all times.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness, availability and stock levels.

Skills

Independent Echocardiography

Clinical responsibility

Education

Degree in Clinical Physiology or Healthcare science - equivalent

RCCP registration

BSE accreditation

Job description

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a Highly Specialised Cardiac Physiologist - Echocardiographer to join our busy Cardio-Respiratory Department. The role supports specialist imaging, interpretation of complex results and patient communication, with opportunities for advancement as accreditation is achieved.

The post requires accreditation and offers a pathway to preceptorship and leadership within non-invasive services, while contributing to a large, multi-disciplinary