Chief Cardiac Physiologist (B7)- Wimpole street

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

This is an exciting prospect for an motivated and enthusiastic Cardiac Physiologist to join our clinic at a time of further growth and development. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with the day-to-day clinical running of the Non-Invasive service and the further development of this facility to ensure we are at the forefront of evolving diagnostic strategies.

The team operates a flexible shift working pattern to meet the needs of the clinic (8am - 8pm) while maintaining a positive work/life balance for employees. The clinic is based in the bustling Bond Street/Oxford street area, with easy commuter access and a wide variety of restaurants/shops in close proximity.

The Trust welcomes international applicants and will consider any applications made.

Main duties of the job

The non-invasive department is a small team, responsible for the full range of CRM follow up checks , ambulatory monitoring and stress testing.

Main duties of the position include but not limited to Holter/event fitting and analysis. Performance and leading of ETT/CPET tests. CPET experience desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.

Undertaking independent ILR/Pacemaker/ICD/CRT device checks including experience of remote monitoring is an essential requirement of this post.

About us

Royal Brompton & Harefield Hospitals is the UK's largest post-graduate specialist heart and lung centre, with an international reputation as a centre of excellence. In February 2021, The Royal Brompton and Harefield joined Guys and St Thomas' bringing together world leading expertise in the care and research of heart and lung disease.

In 2016, the trust launched its private outpatient and diagnostic facility located in the Harley Street medical area. Our private care services are built on the dedication of NHS services at Royal Brompton and Harefield hospitals, which have a long history of advancing heart and lung care. Stories of innovation, collaboration and progress that continue today with our world-class consultants and services.

The Trust offers a supportive and respectful environment providing you with the opportunity to develop your skills in a progressive and expanding organisation and supporting your career development by offering internal and external training opportunities.

Job responsibilities

To perform a range of non-invasive cardiology investigations including but not limited to:

• Holter/event monitoring and analysis
• Leading Exercise Tolerance Testing
• Leading Cardio-Pulmonary Exercise Testing ( desirable as full training will be given)
• Independent ILR, Pacemaker/ ICD and CRTD/P device follow up checks including remote monitoring
• Analysis and interpretation of complex diagnostic information that may be technical and/or clinical in nature and make or suggest pacemaker therapy based on findings.
• Prepare reports and bring any clinically significant findings to the attention of the clinical teams.
• Ensure appropriate appointment is made and scheduled based on outcome of follow up.
• Performs stock rotation and orders where necessary to meet sufficient par levels.
• Manage the daily running and operation of non-invasive service dealing with any staff or patient related inquiries both clinical or non-clinical when required.

Person Specification Skills

• Ability to work within a team and independently
• Technical skills enabling measurement and analysis of physiological parameters.
• Empathy with both staff and patients
• Understanding of other people or department needs.
• Understanding of stock rotation and ordering.

Experience

• Experience in wide range of non-invasive techniques involved in assessment and therapy provision for patients with cardiac disease, including but not limited to CPET, ETT, Holter /event monitor fitting and analysis.
• Independent CRM follow up
• Previous remote monitoring experience
• Prior Experience of Pacenet ( Pacing database).

Knowledge/Qualifications

• BSc Clinical Physiology (PTP or older style BSc) or recognised equivalent qualifications with knowledge & experience.
• At least 3 year post qualification experience
• Immediate Life Support (ILS)
• BHRS/IBHRE accreditation
• RCCP/HCPC registered/eligible

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

£54,320 to £60,981 a year£42,471 - £57,802 p.a. inclusive of HCA + RRP £5275