Band 7 - Highly Specialised Cardiac Physiologist
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Job Summary
Band 7 - Plus 12.5% RRP and HCA
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, enthusiastic individual to join the friendly and supportive Cardiology team at West Herts.
A wide range of procedures are performed in the two recently refurbished catheter laboratories, including:o PCI and PPCI, pressure wire studies, IVUS/OCT imaging and orbital atherectomyo Coroventis physiological studies to assess the microcirculationo Complex CIED implantation, including LBBAPo Conventional and 3-D mapping EP studies and ablation
The Cardiac Devices Clinic provides an extensive CIED follow-up service for all devices and includes a well-established remote follow-up service. The department supports flexible working and gives physiologists the opportunity to work from home.
Depending on previous experience, there will be opportunities to support the coronary intervention, EP and CIED implant services in the cath lab and lead CIED follow-up outpatient clinics.
Extended working hours may be required during cath lab rotations. The post holder will be primarily based at Watford with rotations at St Albans and Hemel Hempstead Hospitals to cover outpatient activities.
This is a fixed term contract ending on 22/06/2026
Main duties of the job
The post-holder is expected to use their experience and knowledge to provide a highly professional standard of care. The successful candidate will have BSc in Clinical Physiology, or equivalent, and be expected to have a level of skill and autonomy appropriate to the Band 7 level.
The successful candidate will have experience leading brady and complex device implant and follow-up and/or experience performing conventional and 3-D mapping EP cases as independently. BHRS Devices and/or EP certification, or recognised equivalent, is essential.
Independent invasive technical expertise will be expected during diagnostic and interventional cardiac cath lab cases, including acquisition of haemodynamic data for left and right heart studies, PCI, PPCI and IABP set up and monitoring. Operation of IVUS and OCT systems with skilled image interpretation are required.The successful candidate will contribute to service improvements, departmental audits, clinical governance and quality assurance. Active involvement in the personal and professional development of other cardiac physiologists and assistant cardiac practitioners is expected.
About Us
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Details
Date posted
14 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£50,008 to £56,908 a year inc HCA Plus 12.5% RRP
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
10 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
360-A-10151-B
Job locations
Watford General Hospital
Watford
WD18 0HB
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will acquire and maintain a high level of professional competence in the performance of all tests, investigations and measurements carried out under the band 7 remit. They will be expected to interpret and act upon results of tests, investigations and measurements in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
The individual will be expected to contribute to new proposals and protocols, especially for service improvements, and share the responsibility for quality assurance. Active involvement in the personal and professional development of other clinical cardiac physiologists and assistant cardiac practitioners is required.
The post holder will work in a multidisciplinary team that includes other cardiac physiologists, assistant cardiac practitioners, radiographers, consultants and medical staff, nursing staff and all other personnel either hospital or externally based. The post holder will report to and is accountable to the two Lead Cardiac Physiologists.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will acquire and maintain a high level of professional competence in the performance of all tests, investigations and measurements carried out under the band 7 remit. They will be expected to interpret and act upon results of tests, investigations and measurements in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
The individual will be expected to contribute to new proposals and protocols, especially for service improvements, and share the responsibility for quality assurance. Active involvement in the personal and professional development of other clinical cardiac physiologists and assistant cardiac practitioners is required.
The post holder will work in a multidisciplinary team that includes other cardiac physiologists, assistant cardiac practitioners, radiographers, consultants and medical staff, nursing staff and all other personnel either hospital or externally based. The post holder will report to and is accountable to the two Lead Cardiac Physiologists.
Person Specification
Essential
Education and qualifications:
* BSc Clinical Physiology (Cardiology) or recognised equivalent
* Current ILS
* BHRS Devices/EP certification or recognised equivalent
* Evidence of recent CPD
Desirable
* RCCP/AHCS registration
* Management/leadership qualification
Knowledge:
Essential
* Advanced knowledge of practical and interpretational electrocardiography
* Comprehensive knowledge of clinical pathologies, cardiac anatomy, and cardiac conditions
* Evidence of knowledge of all non-invasive cardiology investigations
Experience:
Essential
* Experience leading brady and complex device implant and follow-up and/or Experience performing conventional and 3-D mapping EP cases in the lead physiologist role
* Experience working independently during left and right studies, PCI, PPCI and IABP set-up and monitoring
Person Specification
Essential
* Experience leading brady and complex device implant and follow-up and/or Experience performing conventional and 3-D mapping EP cases in the lead physiologist role
* Experience working independently during left and right studies, PCI, PPCI and IABP set-up and monitoring
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Watford General Hospital
Watford
WD18 0HB
Employer's website
http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Watford General Hospital
Watford
WD18 0HB
Employer's website
http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
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