Job summary
We are looking for a highly enthusiastic and skilled chief cardiac physiologist (in cath lab and pacing) to join our team at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. The post holder will be cross-site for both Chelsea and Westminster and West Middlesex Hospital sites.
The post-holder will provide highly specialised professional expertise in the environment of the Cardiac Cath Lab and Physiologist-led pacemaker/device follow-up clinics. They will also act as a resource within the technical cardiology service and provide expert, specialist advice within this area.
Main duties of the job
* To be able to perform a broad range of clinical-technical investigation procedures and interventions in the Cardiological field to a highly competent professional standard.
* To possess specialist practitioner knowledge and skills in Cath Lab and Pacing and to help manage the pacing clinics.
* To assist the Lead Cardiac Physiologist in the various sections of Cardiac Services in providing the routine Cardiac Physiology clinical-technical services when necessary.
* To perform complex pacing clinics including home monitoring and of undertake a range cath lab procedures
* Play a major role in the training and continuing professional development of staff and student
About us
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.
We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.
The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.
Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
Details Date posted
08 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£54,320 to £60,981 a year per annum inc. HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
289-CS-85
Job locations
Cross Site -- Chelsea and Westminster Hospital/West Middlesex Hospital
Fulham Road
London
SW10 9NH
Job description Job responsibilities
Clinical
* The post holder will provide highly specialised professional expertise in the environment of the Cardiac Cath Lab and Physiologist-led pacemaker/device follow-up clinics. To act as a resource withinthe technical cardiology service and provide expert, specialist advice within this area.
* To perform a range of standard and non-routine complex investigations as requested by clinicians,these will include brady, tachy device clinics (ICD, CRTP and CRTD), in cath lab this will involve basic diagnostic coronary angiogram and complex coronary intervention procedures including PCI, CTO,pressure wire, IABP (balloon pump) and IVUS studies. To also be able to perform left and right heart catheterisation independently.
* Analyse complex information that may be technical and/or clinical, using current scientific opinion and own discretion to interpret and make decisions on how best to act.
* Using advanced knowledge and skills to optimise performance of complex and basic pacemakers and internal defibrillators, to best suit the patients individual needs while ensuring maximum patientsafety and comfort.
* The post holder would be expected to deal with any outcome during or after the test, this could include resuscitation.
* To assist in emergency procedures which will include acute PCI transfer from A&E to cath lab
* To act as a specialist in the field, giving professional advice as necessary.
* The post holder should have an interest in performing Tilt tests, with the aim to become proficient in preforming these investigations.
* The post holder must have experience in all standard cardiac investigations performed within a cardiac physiology department.
* The post holder must be able to supervise stress tests and is expected to be competent to deal with any outcome that may arise as a result of the investigation.
Job description Job responsibilities
Clinical
* The post holder will provide highly specialised professional expertise in the environment of the Cardiac Cath Lab and Physiologist-led pacemaker/device follow-up clinics. To act as a resource withinthe technical cardiology service and provide expert, specialist advice within this area.
* To perform a range of standard and non-routine complex investigations as requested by clinicians,these will include brady, tachy device clinics (ICD, CRTP and CRTD), in cath lab this will involve basic diagnostic coronary angiogram and complex coronary intervention procedures including PCI, CTO,pressure wire, IABP (balloon pump) and IVUS studies. To also be able to perform left and right heart catheterisation independently.
* Analyse complex information that may be technical and/or clinical, using current scientific opinion and own discretion to interpret and make decisions on how best to act.
* Using advanced knowledge and skills to optimise performance of complex and basic pacemakers and internal defibrillators, to best suit the patients individual needs while ensuring maximum patientsafety and comfort.
* The post holder would be expected to deal with any outcome during or after the test, this could include resuscitation.
* To assist in emergency procedures which will include acute PCI transfer from A&E to cath lab
* To act as a specialist in the field, giving professional advice as necessary.
* The post holder should have an interest in performing Tilt tests, with the aim to become proficient in preforming these investigations.
* The post holder must have experience in all standard cardiac investigations performed within a cardiac physiology department.
* The post holder must be able to supervise stress tests and is expected to be competent to deal with any outcome that may arise as a result of the investigation.
Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential
* BSc Clinical Physiology (or equivalent)
* Qualified in an advanced clinical postgraduate accredited qualification such as BHRS, IBHRE or equivalent
* Evidence of continued professional Development
* RCCP registered or equivalent
* Specialist or highly specialist experience in the field of Cath Lab/Pacing (2 yrs)
Desirable
* Working towards a specialist practitioner accreditation in a specialist area of cardiac Physiology with an interest in physiologist-led syncope pathways
Experience Essential
* Specialist or highly specialist experience in the field of Cath Lab/Pacing
Desirable
* Mentorship of trainee staff
Skills and Knowledge Essential
* Effective verbal and written communication
* Ability it organise and prioritise workloads and demonstrate initiative
* Ability to cope with heavy workload
* IT literate
Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential
* BSc Clinical Physiology (or equivalent)
* Qualified in an advanced clinical postgraduate accredited qualification such as BHRS, IBHRE or equivalent
* Evidence of continued professional Development
* RCCP registered or equivalent
* Specialist or highly specialist experience in the field of Cath Lab/Pacing (2 yrs)
Desirable
* Working towards a specialist practitioner accreditation in a specialist area of cardiac Physiology with an interest in physiologist-led syncope pathways
Experience Essential
* Specialist or highly specialist experience in the field of Cath Lab/Pacing
Desirable
* Mentorship of trainee staff
Skills and Knowledge Essential
* Effective verbal and written communication
* Ability it organise and prioritise workloads and demonstrate initiative
* Ability to cope with heavy workload
* IT literate
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Cross Site -- Chelsea and Westminster Hospital/West Middlesex Hospital
Fulham Road
London
SW10 9NH
Employer's website
https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer name
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Cross Site -- Chelsea and Westminster Hospital/West Middlesex Hospital
Fulham Road
London
SW10 9NH
Employer's website
https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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