Job summary
We are looking to recruit an experienced Cardiac Physiologist / Healthcare Scientist to work in our Cardiac Device and/or EP service as part of our Diagnostic Cardiology team. We are seeking an experienced candidate with BHRS/IBHRE/EHRA accreditation in cardiac devices or electrophysiology. Applicants should possess BSc in Clinical Physiology, MSc Clinical Science (Cardiac, Vascular, Respiratory and Sleep Sciences) or a BTEC / HNC in Medical Physics and Physiological Measurements and hold RCCP / AHCS / HCPC registration.
Working hours
Working Hours/Pattern: 37.5 hours a week. Flexible over 7 days, on-call commitment in addition to substantive hours.
Main duties of the job
* To support the Invasive Cardiac Physiology Service at STHT by providing a high standard of work within their expert field that meets organisational, professional, and individual needs for the Diagnostic Cardiology Unit.
* To undertake simple and complex cardiac device implantation and follow up in line with departmental and BHRS guidelines.
* To undertake electrophysiology studies if applicable to expert field.
* To participate in the 24/7 on-call rota for PPCI and urgent cardiac device follow up and implant.
* To undertake and support all other invasive and non-invasive investigation as required.
* To provide leadership, training and education in the clinical areas, enabling staff to develop the clinical skills and competencies required delivering a high quality invasive service, responsive to changing needs.
* To work alongside other senior members of the team to deliver a in-house invasive physiology training programme.
About us
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Details
Date posted: 29 October 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year pa/pro rata for part time staff
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 190-0626-DIR-A
Job location: Northern General Hospital, Herries Road, Sheffield, S5 7AU
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Qualifications
Essential
* MSc Clinical Science (Cardiac, Vascular, Respiratory and Sleep Sciences) or other relevant Level 7 academic qualification or BTEC / HNC in Medical Physics and Physiological Measurements or BSc in Clinical Physiology with relevant experience and ability to demonstrate working at Masters / Academic Level 7 level
* BHRS/IBHRE/EHRA accreditation in CRM or EP
* Registration with RCCP, AHCS or HCPC
* Demonstrate Continual Professional Development
Desirable
* Immediate Life Support
* Teaching or Managerial Qualification/ Experience
* Registered as a Clinical Scientist with the HCPC
* Active membership of the BHRS
Experience
Essential
* Experience performing simple and complex cardiac device follow up to a high standard and according to BHRS guidelines, both in person and remotely
* Experience performing simple and complex cardiac device implants to a high standard and according to BHRS guidelines
* Experience in providing specialised, unsupervised diagnostic reports to an appropriate level and can appropriately highlight any urgent finding
* High volume of training and support to junior members of staff, Specialist Registrars or other medical professionals is expected
* Experience of providing a wide range of invasive and noninvasive investigations
* Experience in leadership, supervision and assessment
Desirable
* Experience delivering research, audit or service improvement projects
* Experience performing cardiac electrophysiology studies
* Experience in supporting surgeries, MRIs and Radiotherapy for patients with cardiac devices
Special Skills/Aptitudes
Essential
* Ability to communicate well with patients and colleagues
* Excellent ability to prioritise own workload
* Positive approach to work
* Show initiative and be responsive to service needs
* Excellent organisational skills
* Highly motivated to provide a quality service
* Be professional at all times
* Ability to work independently and as a team player
* Good interpersonal, written and verbal skills
* Ability to self-educate and continuously improve
* Excellent IT skills, computer literacy to a high level
* Ability to work effectively under pressure
* Must be reliable and have a flexible approach to meet service demands
* Maintain infection control standards within the department
Disclosures
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants are also subject to this requirement.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.
Employer details
Employer: Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Northern General Hospital, Herries Road, Sheffield, S5 7AU
Employer's website: sth.nhs.uk
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