Job overview
Are you looking for a new and exciting challenge? Are you committed to delivering the best and safest care to patients? Would you like to work in a dedicated Cardiac Centre which is continually expanding its services? This is a great opportunity to develop your clinical skills, progress your career and make a difference to our patients.
We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join our growing Non-Invasive team with a speciality in Echocardiography.
We are part of a dedicated Cardiac Centre, including a Cardiac Ward and state of the art Cardiac Catheter Lab with an excellent multi-disciplinary team. Diagnostic Cardiology is a small, friendly department and we are very proud of the quality of services we offer including; Trans-thoracic Echo, Stress Echos, Trans-Oesophageal Echo, Specialist Valve Clinics, Diagnostic Coronary Angiography, Pacemakers, CRT and Implantable Loop Recorders. We provide tailored training and support for trainees across a range of entry routes, including the Apprenticeship and STP programmes. We actively encourage staff progression and support staff to obtain / maintain professional accreditation for echo or pacing. Our Diagnostic Cardiology staff consists of a mix of cardiac physiologists, cardiographers, assistant technical officers and administrative support staff.
It is essential that the applicant holds a BSE Accreditation or be working towards.
Main duties of the job
This is a fixed term 12 month contract
It is essential that the applicant holds BSc Clinical Physiology or equivalent, and in addition holds BSE Accreditation or be working towards. This post will involve a degree of managerial responsibilities; therefore, experience in leadership or management roles would be desirable.
To arrange a visit to the department or for more information, please contact Chris Pidgeon (Principal Non-Invasive Physiologist) or Anna Mills (Principal Invasive Physiologist): email [email protected] / [email protected] or telephone 01284 712536.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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Person specification
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Evidence of Good Timekeeping and attendance.
- Able to work well under pressures.
- Approachable.
- Flexible approach to working hours and duties.
- Willingness to learn and participate in self-directed learning.
- Ability to cope with stressful and emotional circumstances.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Skills in teaching/training
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Leadership skills and ability to work as part of a team.
- Good time-management skills.
- Ability to develop empathy and compassion for patients and relatives.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Desirable
- Engagement in national or regional educational programmes.
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced knowledge / experience in cardiac diagnostics.
- Proficient in performing and independently reporting: · Provocative ECG · Ambulatory monitor recordings · Internal Loop recorder downloads · Urgent and planned complex device implant and follow up or adult echocardiography · Carry out diagnostic angiography
- Competent IT skills
- Previous line management experience
Desirable
- Experience of project management
- Current experience in advanced practice
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- ASCST diploma or equivalent
- Degree in Clinical Physiology, or equivalent
- Possession of BSE Accreditation or working towards
- RCCP or HCPC registration
Desirable
- Intermediate Life Support Certification.
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This advert is for Chief Cardiac Physiologist with West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust in Bury St Edmunds, East of England, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Health science services role. The advertised salary is £49,387 - £56,515 Per annum, pro rata. The contract type is 12 months (12 month fixed term). The application deadline is 23 Jul 2026.
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