Job overview
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.
Detailed job description and main 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.
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- 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.
Desirable
- Uk driving license
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) or MSc Healthcare Science (cardiac), Clinical Physiology or equivalent
- ILS or equivalent
- BHRS or IBHRE
- Post graduate specialism
Desirable
- RCCP/AHCS or HCPC registration
- Higher professional qualifications, eg MSc
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- 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
- Excellent computer skills, competent in Microsoft Word
- Use of email
- Able to work under pressure
- Specialist knowledge in physiological testing techniques.
Desirable
- EP experience
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This advert is for Specialist Cardiac Practitioner with Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust in Maidstone Hospital. It is listed as a Band 7 Practitioner role. The advertised salary is £49,387 - £56,515 15% R&R if registered with AHCS/HCPC and accredited with BHRS. The contract type is 1 year (Fixed term maternity cover. Secondment opportunity available for internal applicants). The application deadline is 17 Sep 2026.
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