Specialised Cardiac Practitioner (Echo)

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS Trust in the UK is seeking a Band 7 Specialist Cardiac Physiologist to join their innovative cardiac team. The role entails working across multiple hospital sites, with responsibilities in non-invasive cardiology and training opportunities. Candidates should have a relevant degree, BSE accreditation, and experience in cardiology. This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

At least 27 days of annual leave

Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme

Blue Light card eligibility

Regular training sessions

Qualifications

• Experience at band 6 or above in Cardiology.
• Competence in performing non-invasive investigations including echo.
• Experience in cath lab and pacing.

Responsibilities

• Work in non-invasive Cardiology including echocardiography.
• Train and educate physiologists and staff in echo/non-invasive.
• Participate in a range of invasive and non-invasive investigations.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Specialist knowledge in physiological testing techniques

Able to work independently

Education

BSc (Hons) Clinical Physiology or equivalent

BSE accreditation in Echo

ILS Certification

HCPC or AHCS registration

Job description

Please note this role is currently only being advertised to staff members who are currently working within the Kent and Medway ICB.

Post includes R&R Premium of 15% if BSE accredited and registered with HCPC or AHCS

Are you an enthusiastic, motivated and qualified Cardiac Physiologist keen to join an innovative team of Cardiac Physiologists and other Health Care Professionals?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Specialist Cardiac Physiologist (echo) at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust. We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated individual to join our busy and friendly team. You would be expected to work at all 3 sites which includes Maidstone Hospital, Tunbridge Wells Hospital and the Community diagnostic centre at Maidstone.

The successful applicants should have BSc (Hons) in Clinical Physiology (Cardiology)/ BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Cardiac Science) / MSc Healthcare Science (Cardiac) or equivalent plus BSE accreditation. Registration with HCPC or AHCS is desirable. They will be expected to work split shifts between 8am and 8pm, including weekends.

Due to a rapidly expanding cardiology service, significant investment is planned for the service shortly. This will provide an exciting opportunity to be involved in the cutting edge of cardiology and to help shape future cardiac services in Kent.

Main duties of the job

The post would involve working in non-invasive Cardiology, including echocardiography, stress echo, valve clinic & TOE. The post would also involve training and educating physiologists and other staff members in echo/non-invasive.

The Trust offers a range of invasive and non-invasive investigations including Physiologist led exercise stress testing, tilt testing, ambulatory monitoring, device follow-up and complex invasive procedures including angiography, PCI, PPM, ICD / CRT implantation and EP. All Hospital sites hold BSE Departmental Accreditation in Transthoracic echocardiography. We run a Physiologist Led Valve Clinic at both main sites and assist in the Rapid Access Heart Failure Clinic. We are working towards other physiologist lead services including stress echo, bubble, contrast echo & TOE.

We offer regular training sessions, mentorship and engaged leadership at all levels.

The post holder will be given an opportunity for development in echocardiography within the department. Continued professional and personal development is actively encouraged and the successful candidate will be given opportunities and supported to develop their postgraduate skills.

About us

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey.

We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.

Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.

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Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:

• At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
• Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits
• Blue Light card eligibility
• And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below

Job responsibilities

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Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children).

All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) Clinical Physiology/ BSc or MSc Healthcare Science (cardiac) or equivalent.
• BSE accreditation in Echo
• ILS Certification
• HCPC or AHCS registration

Experience/Knowledge

• Experience at band 6 or above
• Sound knowledge of Cardiology and the ability to demonstrate competence in performing a range of non-invasive investigations including echo
• Experience in cath lab and pacing
• Advanced echo experience (TOE/ stress echo/ Valve clinic)

Skills

• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Able to work under pressure
• Specialist knowledge in physiological testing techniques
• Able to work independently in either non-invasive or invasive cardiology
• Able to provide technical reports independently

Additional Requirements

• Able to work shifts (8am-8pm split shift) including weekends across all sites
• UK driving license

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospital (Cross Site)

£47,810 to £54,710 a yearR&R of 15% inc if BSE accredited/registered with AHCS or HCPC

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

359-7506465-T2

Job locations

Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospital (Cross Site)