Lead CRM Cardiac Physiologist

Job overview

Are you a dedicated and experienced Cardiac Physiologist with a passion for providing excellent leadership in cardiac rhythm management? Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust  (SFT) is looking for a Lead CRM Cardiac Physiologist to join and lead our dynamic and supportive team. Whether you are looking to advance your career or embrace a new challenge, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Why Join Us?

It is an exciting time to join SFT!

• Programme Expansion: We are constantly seeking to develop service. We have established a Conduction System Pacing programme in the past 18 months and are expanding our remote monitoring service to encompass all our patients in the next 12 months.
• New Facilities: We relocated to a larger, refurbished Cardiac Investigation Unit in March 2023, featuring new clinic rooms, admin spaces, and staff areas.
• Commitment to Development: A strong track record in supporting professional development, including exams, academic study, and representation at national and regional meetings.

Main duties of the job

As a key member of our Cardiology Department, you will be responsible for delivering expert care  and leadership in cardiac rhythm management, including device implantation, programming, and follow-up. Your work will contribute to the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care in a modern and forward-thinking environment.

• CRM Device Management: Independently following up all CRM devices (including remote monitoring). Reprogramming devices in line with national and local guidelines. Supporting implantation of pacemakers, ICDs (including S-ICDs), CRT devices, and Conduction System Pacing.
• Independently following up all CRM devices (including remote monitoring).
• Reprogramming devices in line with national and local guidelines.
• Supporting implantation of pacemakers, ICDs (including S-ICDs), CRT devices, and Conduction System Pacing.
• Service Development & Leadership: Taking overall responsibility for the CRM service including service development and daily operations, including stock management, data entry/submission, and manufacturer advisories. Providing training to junior team members and the wider MDT. Providing professional development including appraisal and clinical supervision. Deputising for the Head of CIU.
• Taking overall responsibility for the CRM service including service development and daily operations, including stock management, data entry/submission, and manufacturer advisories.
• Providing training to junior team members and the wider MDT.
• Providing professional development including appraisal and clinical supervision.
• Deputising for the Head of CIU.
• Coronary Angiography & Intervention: Participating in procedures, including a Primary PCI service during normal hours and pacemaker implantation.
• Participating in procedures, including a Primary PCI service during normal hours and pacemaker implantation.
• Professional Development: Managing your own learning and staying up to date with emerging evidence and national guidance, with full support from the Trust. Improving leadership capabilities through learning and coaching opportunities.
• Managing your own learning and staying up to date with emerging evidence and national guidance, with full support from the Trust.
• Improving leadership capabilities through learning and coaching opportunities.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

What We Offer

• Balanced Work Pattern: A 4-day week with every 4th week being a 5-day week.
• Development Opportunities: Support for continuing professional development, academic study, and national representation.
• A Beautiful Location: Work in the historic and picturesque city of Salisbury, with easy access to the New Forest and the coast.

About You

To thrive in this role, you will need to be:

• Fully Qualified and Accredited: BHRS (British Heart Rhythm Society) or IBHRE (International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners) accreditation is essential.
• Highly Experienced in CRM: Demonstrable expertise in device implantation, follow-up, and troubleshooting.
• Committed to Excellence: Passionate about delivering the highest standards of care to our patients.
• An Experienced Leader: Committed to a shared vision to develop, connect and influence the service.
• Team-Oriented: A collaborative professional who works well within a multidisciplinary team.

Apply now and be part of an exceptional team dedicated to making a difference in cardiac care.