Specialist Cardiac Physiologist

Job summary

Please do not apply for this post if you do not hold Academy for healthcare science accreditation

An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to join our team of Cardiac Physiologists, the applicant must be competent to perform the full range of cardiac diagnostic tests including Non invasive testing, Cath lab, device implant and follow up. Candidates will may be considered if competent in Cath lab procedures and device follow up

The successful candidates must be able to provide evidence of continuing professional development.

Suitable candidates must possess either a Degree in Clinical Physiology, or BTEC / HTEC in MPPM or equivalent. Applicants should be willing to work towards post graduate qualification in Cardiac rhythm management (BHRS)

Voluntary AHCS Registration is essential. The suitable applicant should have the ability to work under pressure and be able to prioritise your individual workload, as well as being able to work effectively within a team and support development of junior staff.

The posts offer a full time contract and a commitment to On-Call is required after successfully completing any identified training needs.

Main duties of the job

As a Cardiac physiologist you will be required to perform without supervision a wide range of invasive and non-invasive diagnostic cardiac investigations. You must demonstrate a good underpinning knowledge in cardiac investigations and should be competent within non-invasive cardiac testing, Cath lab, pacemaker implants and follow.

Appropriate training will be given to ensure you are working to a safe competent standard. You will be given the appropriate exposure and knowledge ensuring you develop and gain experience in the complete range of diagnostic complex cardiac investigations provided by Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital.

About us

As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision 'to be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'.

We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine both in the hospital and out in the community.

We serve a catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics.

Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering the best care for our patients and high quality clinical services. This is underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and our encouragement of flexible working in a variety of forms.

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Details

• Date posted: 21 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 6
• Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 410-MED-8006462-A
• Job locations: Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, Thomas Drive, LIVERPOOL, L143PE, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

• Working through all areas of Cardiac Diagnostics
• Perform specialised diagnostic cardiac physiological testing on patients to aid clinical diagnosis.
• Demonstrates empathy when dealing with patients in distressing conditions.
• Interprets results and provides factual reports for specialised diagnostic cardiac investigations.
• Communicate effectively and advise both clinical and non-clinical staff regarding outcomes of diagnostic investigations.

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