Highly Specialist Cardiac Physiologist (Training Officer)


Location
Rotherham, England
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year
Profession
Cardiac physiologist
Grade
Band 7
Deadline
25 Oct 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
15 Oct 2026
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Job requirements

Essential

17 listed

Requirements the employer expects applicants to meet.

  • Knowledge

    Comprehensive, up-to-date specialist postgraduate level knowledge across the full range of cardiac physiology investigations & pathophysiology

  • Knowledge

    Highly specialist and technical knowledge in line with evidence based practice

  • Knowledge

    In depth, up-to-date knowledge of the training & assessment routes within Cardiac

  • Knowledge

    Physiology (Apprenticeships, PTP, ETP, STP, HSST) and syllabus

  • Knowledge

    Knowledge of learning styles and different ways to teach/train

  • Knowledge

    Knowledge of professional standards in keeping with HCPC registration or RCCP/AHCS

  • Knowledge

    Knowledge of NHS Policies, practices and procedures including clinical governance

  • Experience

    Extensive experience in performing and reporting a wide range of routine Invasive and Non-Invasive cardiac investigations/procedures

  • Experience

    Experience of working as a Clinical Practice Educator or in a training focussed role within Cardiac Physiology

  • Experience

    Experience of clinical specialisms such as Cardiac Devices and/ or Echocardiography.

  • Experience

    Advanced level training in these specialisms must be performed by appropriately accredited staff members.

  • Experience

    Evidence of up-to-date CPD within own specialism

  • Experience

    Minimum of 2 years working as an independent practitioner at Band 6 level

  • Qualifications

    Completion of MSc Scientist Training Programme (STP) or equivalent (e.g. BSc in Clinical Physiology or HTEC MPPM with SCST Parts I and II) HCPC/RCCP/ AHCS Registration

  • Qualifications

    (HCPC expected within 12months of recruitment)

  • Qualifications

    Basic Life Support (BLS) and manual defibrillation certification.

  • Qualifications

    Post graduate qualification within cardiology (e.g. PG Cert, BHRS, BSE) OR a relevant Training or Assessors Qualification

Desirable

Not listed in the available specification.

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced Cardiac Physiologist with a passion for training & development. Shaping the future workforce is integral to our profession. You will deliver on-the-job training, supervision & assessment and support education needs across the department. This is a clinical role & you will maintain clinical competencies across a wide range of Cardiac investigations, including your chosen specialism. You must be highly motivated, able to influence others, be empathetic and have in depth knowledge of training pathways

Main duties of the job

The Cardiac Physiology Service at Rotherham is evolving and requires flexible and forward thinking staff to shape our future. The successful applicant will demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills to work autonomously and act as a positive role model within the department. The post holder will act as the Deputy for Non-Invasive Cardiology.

You will be a highly experienced Cardiac Physiologist/Clinical Scientist with a passion for training. Applicants will have experience in a training focussed role & hold a training/ assessors qualification. Our department promotes HCPC registration and you will be expected to achieve this within 12months if not held already. Applicants with BHRS/BSE accreditation will be supported to maintain clinical competences.

As the Band 7 Training Officer within Cardiac Physiology you will:

Maintain high level clinical expertise across a wide range of cardiac investigations, including chosen specialism

Organise, deliver and assess high quality clinical training within Cardiac Physiology

Be the nominated Training Officer for National School of Healthcare Science education programmes (e.g. STP)

Act as the Deputy for Non-Invasive Cardiology to assist in the day-to-day coordination of the Cardiac Physiology Service

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey ,show progress in areas that matter most to staff. We have seen good results in how colleagues feel about health and wellbeing, alongside increased confidence that employees are recognised and supported

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

Please note that the Trust does not currently offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this role. Applications are welcomed from candidates who can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Details

  • Date posted: 15 October 2026
  • Pay scheme: Agenda for change
  • Band: Band 7
  • Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
  • Reference number: C9165-26-07-075
  • Job locations: Moorgate Road, Rotherham, S60 2UD, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

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