Main area Healthcare Science Practitioner (Cardiology)/Cardiac Physiologist Grade Band 5 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Mon-Fri 9-5) Job ref 279-7561176-NOV25
Employer 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site St.Richard's Hospital Town Chichester Salary £31,049 - £37,796 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 26/11/2025 23:59
Healthcare Science Practitioner (Cardiac Physiologist)
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard‑working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for our patients, our people and our communities. Whatever your role here at UHSussex you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us deliver Excellent Care Everywhere. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We value compassion, inclusion and respect as our core values. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
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We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
We are offering an exciting opportunity to join our friendly Cardiac Investigations team at Worthing Hospital as a Healthcare Science Practitioner (Cardiology). We are looking for enthusiastic, highly motivated applicants wanting to further their training and experience in all areas of Cardiac Physiology with a view for progression and helping to shape our workforce for the future.
Main duties of the job
To assist in delivery of a high quality Cardiac Investigations service to inpatients and outpatients of University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust – Worthing Hospital.
* Working towards becoming an independent Cardiac Physiologist/Healthcare Science Practitioner within a wide range of investigations including echocardiography, pacemaker, ICD and complex device interrogation and follow‑up with supervision; training and assisting in PPM/ICD/CRT device implant procedures; assisting in all invasive investigations in the Cardiac Catheter Lab and assisting in providing comprehensive reports; Working towards leading in Exercise Tolerance Testing as well as undertaking Holter analysis and reporting
* Organising and managing own workload
* Being conversant with Cardiac Arrest protocol
* Assisting in the supervision and training of other staff and healthcare professionals where required
* Providing a role model for the Trust's values, Patient First approach, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and inclusive leadership
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To communicate information to staff both Medical and Non-Medical
* To communicate effectively with patients, to obtain their consent and cooperation, including patients with physical/learning disabilities, children or confused patients
* To communicate effectively with relatives of patients
* To promote a pleasant and efficient image during all dealings with internal and external organisations
* To develop good working relationships with other departments within the Trust
* To participate in the cardiac department meetings
* Liaise proactively with line manager and colleagues regarding any issues/areas of concern
Person specification
Qualifications
* BSc Healthcare Science (Cardiology) or BSc Clinical Physiology (Cardiology)
Professional Registration
* HCPC Registration
* RCCP Registration
Skills
* Good knowledge of all Cardiac Investigations
* Ability to work to a high level of accuracy
* Ability to prioritise and manage own workload
Communication
* Good communication and telephone skills
* Ability to communicate well with colleagues within team environment
Personal Requirements
* Flexible approach to working
* Evidence of values aligned to those of the Trust and Department
Equality Diversity and Inclusion
* Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
* Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
Important information for applicants:
A Note on AI Use in Applications
We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations—elements that are essential to a fair and accurate evaluation.
Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may misrepresent your abilities and could result in your application being rejected. We encourage you to take the time to present your genuine self, as this helps us better understand your potential and ensures a transparent selection process.
Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Further Information
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