Job Summary
Previous candidates need not apply
Due to maternity leave in the team, we have an exciting opportunity to join our Cardiology Department as a Band 7 Chief Cardiac Clinical Physiologist. Our Cardiology Department performs a wide range of non‑invasive diagnostics and has opened some of our diagnostics to direct access from Primary Care.
We require an experienced Chief Cardiac Clinical Physiologist to join our team and contribute to the echocardiography service, as well as occasionally assisting with other cardiac diagnostics performed throughout the department. Successful candidates should be able to work independently and have significant experience in performing and reporting echocardiograms. Successful candidates will need to hold accreditation from the British Society of Echocardiography in Adult Echocardiography, or equivalent.
Please note – The echo service may be extended to include weekend working in the future as part of a 6/7 day service. The successful candidate will be required to participate in weekend cover.
Main Duties of the Job
* Work closely with other cardiac physiologists, Lead Clinicians in Cardiology, Consultant Cardiologists and service manager.
* Be involved in the provision of a range of techniques for recording, measuring and monitoring physiological changes in patients and preparing reports on the results obtained in Adult Echocardiography.
* Be encouraged to undertake further training in the above techniques.
* Communicate with patients, relatives and other staff in a professional manner, concerning the assessment, treatment and progress of patients, whilst ensuring respect for the patient's wishes and maintaining confidentiality.
* Act as an efficient role model and resources advisor to colleagues; understand the concepts of quality assurance, develop, implement and maintain quality standards.
* Be involved in the training and assessment of junior staff, taking a leading role for physiologist‑lead Exercise Tolerance test training.
About Us
The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute hospital in the London Borough of Hillingdon and offers a wide range of services, including accident and emergency, inpatient care, day surgery, outpatient clinics, and maternity services. The Trust's services at Mount Vernon Hospital include routine day surgery, delivered at a modern treatment centre, a minor injuries unit, and outpatient clinics.
The safety and well‑being of our patients and staff is paramount, and we are making urgent improvements to address this - particularly in infection prevention and control.
We work in partnership with local GPs, charities, community services, academic partners, our local authority, neighbouring hospitals, and the wider North West London Integrated Care System, ensuring we listen and work in partnership with our local population.
We are focused on ensuring our hospitals provide high quality, safe, and compassionate care, while we drive forward with the building of the new Hillingdon Hospital.
Job Details
Date posted: 03 November 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
Band: 7
Salary: £53,751 to £60,651 a year (incl. HCAA)
Contract: Fixed term – 6 months
Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time, Job share, Compressed hours
Reference number: 394-UPC-7458164VV-A
Job location: Hillingdon Hospital, Pield Heath Road, Uxbridge, UB8 3NN
Person Specification
Essential
* Degree in Clinical Physiology
* ALS/ILS Certificate
* Defibrillation Certificate
* British Society of Echocardiography Qualification
* Significant experience at a Senior level
* Significant experience of performing and reporting complex tests
* Experience of writing clinical reports for echocardiogram
Desirable
* State registration with Registration Council Clinical Physiology
* ASCST
* Resuscitation skills
Requirements
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. The post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Employer Details
Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Hillingdon Hospital
Pield Heath Road
Uxbridge
UB8 3NN
Employer's website: https://www.thh.nhs.uk/index.php
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