Specialist Cardiac Practitioner

Maidstone And Tunbridge Wells Nhs Trust; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

At least 27 days annual leave

NHS Pension Scheme

Blue Light card eligibility

Job summary

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust in the United Kingdom is recruiting a Band 7 Specialist Cardiac Physiologist with a focus on Cardiac Rhythm Management and Invasive Cardiology. The role involves working across Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells sites to support our expanding EP service and complex device implants.

Applicants should hold BSc (Hons) in Clinical Physiology or equivalent, AHCS/HCPC registration, and IBHRE/BHRS accreditation.

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) or MSc Healthcare Science (cardiac), Clinical Physiology or equivalent
• ILS or equivalent
• BHRS or IBHRE
• RCCP/AHCS or HCPC registration
• Higher professional qualifications, e.g. MSc
• Uk driving license

Responsibilities

• Work across all sites to gain exposure to all cardiology service aspects
• Be involved in EP service and expanding future cardiac services
• Receive regular training, mentorship and leadership support
• Contribute to teaching and service development

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Self-motivated

Professional development

Teaching contribution

Education

BSc (Hons) or MSc Healthcare Science (cardiac)

ILS or equivalent

BHRS or IBHRE

RCCP/AHCS or HCPC registration

Higher professional qualifications

Uk driving license

Job description

Specialist Cardiac Practitioner Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust•Maidstone, United Kingdom

Job summary

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

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 Cardiac Physiologist specializing in Cardiac Rhythm Management & Invasive Cardiology 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 across all sites to gain exposure to all aspects of cardiology that the service provides. Currently the Maidstone site offers complex device implants and Electrophysiology, whilst the Tunbridge wells site offers PCI including PPCI (in hours), IVUS and pressure wire studies.

The successful applicants should have BSc (Hons) in Clinical Physiology (Cardiology)/ BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Cardiac Science)/MSc Healthcare science (Cardiac) or equivalent plus IBHRE or BHRS device accreditation. Ideally, they should be registered with AHCS or HCPC. 15% R&R bonus payment applies if registered with AHCS or HCPC and accredited with BHRS or IBHRE.

Main duties of the job

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Due to a rapidly expanding cardiology service, significant investment is planned for the service. We already have an established EP service, including complex EP (3D mapping with carto). In addition, there are plans to expand & redesign the Maidstone Cardiology site soon. This will provide an exciting opportunity to be involved in the cutting edge of cardiology and to help shape future cardiac services in Kent.

We offer regular training sessions, mentorship and engaged leadership at all levels. We have close links with Guys & St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust.

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 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.

Looking for flexible working?

We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.

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

Details

Date posted: 28 August 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 7

Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year

15% R&R if registered with AHCS/HCPC and accredited with BHRS

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 1 years

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 359-8080049-T2

Job locations: MTW all sites
Hermitage lane
Maidstone
ME16 9QQ
United Kingdom

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) or MSc Healthcare Science (cardiac), Clinical Physiology or equivalent
• ILS or equivalent
• BHRS or IBHRE
• RCCP/AHCS or HCPC registration
• Higher professional qualifications, eg MSc
• Be able to contribute to cardiology teaching
• Able to wear lead apron and concentrate for long periods
• Effective written and verbal skills.
• Demonstrate willingness for personal professional development and participate in service development.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Able to display diplomatic and caring nature when dealing with all patients and grades of staff.
• Self motivated and enthusiastic.
• Uk driving license

Experience & Knowledge

• Able to work independently in invasive/ non-invasive cardiac diagnostics
• Experience at band 6 or above
• Sound knowledge of Cardiology and the ability to demonstrate competence.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Able to provide technical reports independently
• Use of email
• Able to work under pressure
• Specialist knowledge in physiological testing techniques.
• EP experience

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name: Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Address: MTW all sites
Hermitage lane
Maidstone
ME16 9QQ
United Kingdom

Employer's website: https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead Cardiac Scientist

Anne-marie linton

[e-mail]

07935009760

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