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Main area
Cardiac Physiologist / Clinical Scientist
Grade
Band 7
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
176-Med-7340577-A
Employer
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Peterborough City Hospital
Town
Peterborough
Salary
£47,810 - £54,710 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
14/09/2025 23:59

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North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust logo

Cardiac Physiologist/Scientist (CRM Specialist) - Peterborough

Band 7

Job overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced colleague who is keen to support the development of our recently introduced but rapidly expanding Device/CRM service.

The post-holder will be responsible for performing and reporting a wide range of  invasive/non-invasive cardiac investigations, and will support the management and development of an effective and efficient angiography and device service.

Our device service includes brady implants, a newly initiated conduction system pacing service,  and we are also increasing and enhancing our CRT-P  and aspirational CRT-D service.

The post holder will be involved in implantation, on-site follow-up, satellite pacing follow up clinics and the teaching/supervision of junior staff.

 

 

Main duties of the job

With particular  interest in our recently  initiated Complex Devices CRM service, we are looking  for a skilled and motivated Cardiac Physiologist or Clinical Scientist to join our  growing invasive  team. Based at Peterborough City Hospital, you will provide  specialist  skills and leadership within a team offering diagnostic angiography and  pacing implant  and  follow up services. Device follow up is  provided  at multiple sites  outside of  Peterborough which you will help to provide  and  co-ordinate. As this service  seeks to grow, you will have the opportunity to  grow and develop with it in out purpose built Cardiology unit.

Working for our organisation

 

We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.

In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet.

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles.  Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.

 

 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for additional information regarding this post

Person specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • BSc (hons) in Clinical Physiology or equivalent qualification
  • Registration in the Cardiology modality through the Registration Council For Clinical Physiologists (RCCP) or equivalent
  • BHRS / IBHRE accreditation or equivalent

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Extensive knowledge and experience of working in all areas of Cardiac Physiology
  • Proficient in specialist non-invasive clinical technical cardiac investigations
  • Ability to report at a high technical level across a range of diagnostic tests
Desirable criteria
  • At least 3yrs experience as a Senior Cardiac Physiologist with some evidence of leadership/management during this time
  • Advanced IT skills

Key Skills/Abilities

Essential criteria
  • Ability to frequently perform intricate physical tasks with a high level of concentration
  • Able to help lead a team confidently and competently.
  • High degree of knowledge/clinical acumen in related medical fields
  • Able to work well under pressure
  • Sound interpersonal, organisational and communication skills
  • Evidence of continuing professional development across a range of specialist clinical techniques and fields.
  • Able to use own initiative
  • Ability to maintain standards of care and leadership in a busy environment
  • Ability to communicate effectively with a multi-disciplinary team within the Trust and Primary Care
  • Able to deputise for Head of Service
Desirable criteria
  • Assertive yet approachable

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

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.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Michael Purdon
Job title
Head of Cardiac Investigations
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01733 673838
Additional information

Sam Cullen Cardiac Physiologist for CRM/Devices 

[email protected]

 

 

If you have problems applying, contact

Address
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Resourcing Department
Hinchingbrooke Hospital
Hinchingbrooke Park
Huntingdon
Cambs
PE29 6NT
Telephone
01480 416741
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