Specialist Cardiac Physiologist (Pacing and Cath Lab)

NHS Jobs; Leeds; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Nuffield Health Leeds Hospital is seeking a Specialist Cardiac Physiologist (Pacing and Cath Lab) to join the Cardiac Unit on a permanent basis. The role requires a BSc in Clinical Physiology (or equivalent), RCCP/AHCS registration, and BHRS/IBHRE devices accreditation, with at least two years of specialist post-accreditation experience.

You will perform a broad range of procedures in the cardiac cath lab, monitor ECG and pressures, and lead device follow-up clinics in line with governance

Qualifications

• BSc in Clinical Physiology (or equivalent) is required.
• Registration with RCCP/AHCS is required.
• BHRS/IBHRE Devices Accreditation is required.
• At least two years' highly specialist experience post devices accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic coronary angiography, PCI, right heart catheterisation, and PFO/ASD closures in the cath lab.
• Monitor ECG and pressure tracings, reporting abnormalities to the MDT.
• Support cardiac device implants and monitor ECG/intracardiac signals for lead placement.
• Lead device follow-up clinics per BHRS guidelines and local SOPs.
• Ensure stock for implantation procedures and maintain accurate records for audits.

Skills

Excellent communication

BSc in Clinical Physiology

Education

BSc in Clinical Physiology (or equivalent)

Job description

Specialist Cardiac Physiologist (Pacing and Cath Lab)

Specialist Cardiac Physiologist Leeds Hospital | Cardiac | Permanent | Full Time | Part Time Up to £56, 515 per annum depending on experience 37.5 hours per week At Nuffield Health, we're looking for an excellent communicator to join our Cardiac Unit. As part of the team, you'll enjoy the chance to help shape an outstanding patient experience. Bring your commitment to building the highest standards of care and we'll offer the ideal home for your career. As a Specialist Cardiac Physiologist at our Leeds Hospital, you'll hold a BSc in Clinical Physiology (or equivalent), hold a registration to RCCP/AHCS; demonstrate BHRS/IBHRE Devices Accreditation, and have at least two years' experience at highly specialist level post completion of devices accreditation. Main duties of the job Perform a broad range of procedures in the cardiac cath lab as part of the multidisciplinary team (MDT) including: diagnostic coronary angiography, percutaneous coronary intervention, right heart catheterisation, and PFO/ASD closures. Monitoring ECG and pressure tracings throughout, promptly reporting any abnormalities/significant changes to the wider team. Support cardiac device implants monitoring ECG and intra-cardiac signals to ensure accurate lead placement, promptly reporting any abnormalities/significant changes. Lead cardiac device follow-up clinics in line with BHRS guidelines, clinical governance standards, and local standard operating procedure. Assess device function, battery status, make clinically appropriate programming changes optimising device performance and battery longevity and maintain accurate records to support audit, service improvement, and governance. Ensure that appropriate Cardiac Device stock is available for implantation procedures. Deliver high-quality testing, interpreting, analysis and reporting where appropriate of all non-invasive cardiology tests including: ECG's, Ambulatory ECG's, Ambulatory BP's, Exercise Tolerance Tests. Helping you feel good. We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. Here, you can choose from a range of fitness, lifestyle, health and fitness wellbeing rewards, such as free gym membership, health assessments, retail discounts and pension options. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.