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Highly Specialised Cardiac Scientist / Physiologist
The closing date is 28 November 2025
We are currently expanding services into a second community diagnostic centre, based in Broadstairs, Thanet. This post is to grow our community provision of echocardiography; however, the post holder will be expected to maintain knowledge and skills, rotating into the acute hospital setting when required.
As highly specialised cardiac scientist you will also be expected to be able to carry out the complex cardiac tests relevant to your chosen specialism (Echo or Cardiac rhythm management). You will also provide leadership, support and give advice to junior members of the team and other health professionals as necessary.
In return you will enjoy working alongside:
* A multi-disciplinary team of physiologists, several BSE accredited in Echocardiography with others completing the process, several staff with BHRS/IBHRE accreditation in pacing and/or EP
* 2 imaging consultants with particular interest in echocardiography including Stress Echocardiography, Bubble/Contrast studies and TOEs and Cardiac MRI
* Currently 15 cardiologists across the trust with various specialisms, some Interventionalists, some pacing/devices specialists.
Main duties of the job
You will:
* have at least two years' work experience at senior physiologist level, be competent and knowledgeable in investigations and the key elements of the role.
* Hold ILS/ALS, have a HNC/BSC in clinical physiology / MSc in Clinical science (cardiac) or equivalent.
* be able to provide a high quality cardiac investigations service with specialist knowledge and experience in one or more areas.
* be proficient in the following cardiology investigations: echocardiography, Physiologist lead exercise testing, pacemaker and ICD follow up clinics and technical support at permanent pacemaker and ICD implants, and undertake cardiac catheterisation procedures
* participate in one of our out of hours services (Pacing On call, PPCI on call or weekend echo provision)
We are open to considering applicants who are working towards accreditation and building on their senior experience at a band 6 level, with a view to develop into a band 7 position.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.
Job responsibilities
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If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* BSc Clinical physiology / Msc Cardiac Science / BSE / BHRS
* ILS/ALS
* Departmental competencies in all investigations undertaken ILS
* BSE or HRUK accreditation or equivalent
* Evidence of continuing professional education
* BSE Accreditation
* RCCP / AHSC registration IBHRE/BHRS accreditation HCPC registration (or working towards equivalence)
* MSc Clinical science (Cardiology)
Skills and Experience
* At least two years work experience at Senior Physiologist level and competent in all areas covered by this job description
* Previous physiologist experience in a Catheter Laboratory environment
Personal/professional attributes
* Personal alignment with the department and trust values
* Calm
* Collaborative and inspiring
* Accountable
* Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills
* Ability to prioritise work and problem solve
* Methodical and meticulous approach to work
* Able to work under pressure
Governance
* In depth knowledge of investigations performed within this post and knowledge of all other investigations performed within the Department with an ability to share knowledge
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.
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