Cardiac Physiologist/Cardiac Scientist

Job summary
You will be an experienced and independent practitioner, responsible for delivering a wide range of complex cardiac diagnostic investigations and procedures, both invasive and non-invasive, across various clinical settings.

In the role, the you will support high standards of clinical care through expert practice, quality assurance, and professional development.

The role involves active participation in the delivery of the 24/7 PPCI service (which includes participation in the on-call rota)

Provide mentorship and training of junior staff and students, and continuous contribution to service development and innovation.

You will also play a key role in ensuring patient safety, service effectiveness, and adherence to national and local policies and protocols

Main duties of the job

• Actively participate in a range of clinical service areas to include 12 lead ECG, ambulatory monitoring, physiology-led exercise tolerance testing, Cardiac TILT testing, cardiac angiography and cardiac rhythm management
• To manage own case- load using clinical expertise and judgement to prioritise workload and ensure the service is used effectively and appropriately.
• Practices in accordance with the Society of Cardiological Science and Technology Code of Conduct. Is accountable for own practice and for appropriate delegation of responsibilities he/she delegates to colleagues
• Report to the relevant Lead Physiologist; with the ability to work independently and part of a team.
• Work closely with other physiologists, nurses, consultants, medical and nursing team
• The post involves a variety of communication methods, and you will be expected to communicate effectively with all colleagues and patients.
• Ensure accurate records are maintained regarding all implants and all Cath lab cases i.e. patient details, device details, chronologically accurate case report for consultant sign off, accurate reporting of all inventory consumables used.
• Participate in audit processes and regular team meetings

About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job responsibilities

• Please refer to JD for further detail
• Actively participate in a range of clinical service areas to include 12 lead ECG, ambulatory monitoring, physiology-led exercise tolerance testing, Cardiac TILT testing, cardiac angiography and cardiac rhythm management.
• To perform and supervise the recording of electrocardiograms for adult patients.
• To fit & remove Ambulatory Holter monitoring, BP and PADs. This will include the explanation of the use and care of the equipment to the patients and dealing with any queries that this may raise.
• Competent in Holter recordings, tape and IRL analysis.
• To work as an independent practitioner to produce reports on diagnostic tests.
• Make judgements regarding the patient, based on the history or the results of the investigations performed. The post holder would need to interpret complex data and alert referring medical staff of urgent clinical problems.
• To provide technical support during pacing and routine cardiac catheterization. This would include performing left heart catheters, performing right heart catheters; perform blood gas analysis as required for RHC, elective PCI & complex cases such as IVUS,
• Responsible for the technical set up of the cases to include the check of the resuscitation trolley, to assist with set up & maintenance in Cath-labs as required, assist with resuscitation & temporary pacing as required
• Recognises clinically significant deterioration of patients, or significant abnormalities in diagnostic investigations, in patients undergoing procedures under their supervision. Takes timely action, appropriately escalating to Cardiology team or working with other agencies as required.
• Recognises, responds to and appropriately manages emergency situations, such as cardiac/cardio-pulmonary arrest or other life-threatening scenarios.
• Responsible for delivering a wide range of complex cardiac diagnostic investigations and procedures, both invasive and non-invasive. This will involve interpreting diagnostic tests and interrogating complex implantable electronic devices.
• As an independent practitioner the post holder will be responsible for highlighting any issues or untoward results regarding patient care and relevant diagnostic reports.
• Responsible for the patients in their care either individually or as a shared responsibility with other technical colleagues or with medics.
• To maintain competent practice, in relation to Health and Safety and control of infection by safe working method

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• BSc degree or equivalent in Cardiac Physiology

Desirable

• RCCP/AHCS registration
• Post graduate experience working in an acute clinical environment

Experience
Essential

• Proven experience across a broad range of cardiac investigation, diagnostic and interventional procedures
• Experience in audit and data reporting

Additional Criteria
Essential

• Demonstrable knowledge of all cardiac procedures and techniques within the scope of a physiologist.
• Demonstrates sound clinical knowledge and up to date physiologist practice with evidence of critical thinking and problem solving
• Able to manage own workload and that of others where appropriate.
• Ability to oversee junior members of staff and support with training as appropriate
• Able to demonstrate a good standard of English language
• Able to provide resuscitation to patients
• Able to meet the physical demands of the job such as moving and handling patients and assembling, operating and maintaining clinical equipment
• To participate in Cath Lab on-call service

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).