We are seeking a Cardiac Physiologist who is ready to take the next step in their career to join our team at Harefield Hospital, part of Guy’s and St Thomas’ Foundation Trust.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced Cardiac Physiologist with advanced clinical expertise in cardiac rhythm management (CRM), ideally including electrophysiology and implantable cardiac devices.
Harefield Hospital is a specialist centre for heart and lung care, as well as a leading transplant hospital. Our cardiac catheter laboratories run a highly active primary service, and it would be desirable for the successful candidate to contribute to the 24/7 on‑call rota.
This position includes a Recruitment and Retention Premium (RRP) of £5,275, in addition to the basic salary (non‑pensionable). The RRP is subject to review on 31st March 2026.
Responsibilities
* Perform a wide range of clinical and technical diagnostic procedures within the field of cardiology.
* Act as a clinical role model, supporting the delivery and management of efficient and effective electrophysiology and cardiac device services at Harefield.
* Serve as a specialist resource in EP and Devices, contributing to the Trust’s reputation as a leading centre for the development and implementation of best clinical practice.
* Take a key role in the training, continuing professional development, and overall performance of staff within Cardiac Rhythm Management and the wider Cardiac Physiology Department.
* Assist in the management of patients within EP and CRM sections at Harefield, analyse investigation results and write reports for use by Physicians.
* Counsel patients and their relatives about all aspects of cardiac investigations/procedures.
* During all cardiac investigations where the patient is at immediate risk of arrhythmia or arrest, monitor patient ECG, report immediately in the event of any rhythm change/arrest and respond immediately to rescue the patient (provides life support/external defibrillation).
* Participate to a high level of competency in other sections of the Cardiac Physiology Department when necessary, including invasive and non‑invasive cardiology, cardiac theatre, ITU and ward monitoring, cardioversions, temporary cardiac pacing and IABPs.
* Participate in the hospital on‑call rota if required.
* Assist in moving patients from examination couch to trolley/chair and moves patients whilst on trolley/chair during pacemaker/ICD implantation, other catheter laboratory procedures, ITU and cardiac theatre procedures and pacemaker/ICD follow‑up clinics.
* Assist in cleaning clinic/catheter laboratory equipment and furniture at the end of investigation/procedure including infected cases and move heavy equipment.
* Wear a lead apron whilst working in angiography laboratories.
* Overcome objections or complaints from patients or their relatives regarding procedures using persuasion and tact.
* Behave tactfully and sympathetically towards patients who may be extremely anxious, especially when giving them information or results or when they are admitted in critical condition.
* During catheter laboratory procedures explain to patients the reasons for relevant tests and comfort patients during stressful events.
* Attend mortuaries at associated hospitals to download data from Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators and to render the device safe for explant prior to cremation and/or post‑mortem.
Organisational Values
* Caring– we put patients first, we provide patient and person‑centred care, we care about others’ needs and wellbeing, we listen, we are compassionate to ourselves and others, we reflect on our actions, we are respectful and welcoming.
* Ambitious– we innovate and strive for excellence, we act with integrity, we act on staff and patient feedback, we seek ways to improve the care and experience of others, we are efficient, we are committed to growth, we find new ways to deliver excellence.
* Inclusive– we respect each other and work collaboratively, we act on diverse views, we put ourselves in ‘others’ shoes’, we are building an anti‑racism organisation, we seek opportunities to collaborate, we show sensitivity towards diversity of culture.
Patient/customer Care (both direct and indirect)
* Assist in the management of patients within EP and CRM sections at Harefield. Analyse investigation results and write reports for use by Physicians.
* Counsel patients and patients’ relatives about all aspects of cardiac investigations/procedures including the reason for hospital admission/intervention.
* During all cardiac investigations where the patient is at immediate risk of arrhythmia or arrest, monitor patient ECG, report immediately in the event of any rhythm change/arrest and respond immediately to rescue the patient (provides life support/external defibrillation).
* Where qualified, participate to a high level of competency in other sections of the Cardiac Physiology Department when necessary, including invasive and non‑invasive cardiology, cardiac theatre, ITU and ward monitoring, cardioversions, temporary cardiac pacing and IABPs.
* Participate in the hospital on‑call rota if required.
* Participate in waiting list initiatives in the catheter labs, catheter lab over‑runs and private cases.
Policy Development
* Participate in Cardiac Physiology Department and Trust meetings, providing input and agreement to development of purchasing policies and investigation protocols for the Department.
* Assist in the management and implementation of these policies and protocols relevant to section of EP/CRM and report on any budget consequences to the leads for EP and Devices or the Principal Clinical Scientist (Cardiac Physiology).
* Participate in patient improvement services meetings to maximise catheter laboratory times and improved patient flow.
Service Development
* Participate in Cardiac Physiology Department meetings providing input and agreement to development of business plans and service developments of the Department.
* Assist in the management and implementation of these policies as far as it affects their specific cardiology section and budget of the Directorate.
* Participate in the development of the Cardiac Physiology Service by continuing critical reviews of working practices, staying abreast of new developments in technology and maintaining a good overall knowledge of investigative cardiology.
* Attend and participate in scientific and technical meetings both within the UK and abroad.
* Participate in the appraisal of new equipment for use within the Cardiac Physiology Department and catheter labs.
People Management
* Assist in the recruitment of appropriately qualified staff for the Cardiac Physiology Department and help to formulate staff rotas to allocate staff to fulfil the workload of the department.
* Assist in the induction of all new members of departmental staff.
* Play a major role in the appropriate training of all staff involved in CRM at Harefield and participate in the Cardiac Physiology education service to medical and paramedical staff within the hospital and at other hospitals when required.
* Participate in the appraisal of all Cardiac Physiology staff and offer counselling and guidance to the department’s staff.
* Set and maintain standards of appearance and professional attitude, uphold the professional code of conduct as required by the SCST, RCCP, AHCS and HCPC professional bodies, be accountable for own professional and clinical practice and act as a role model to other members of staff.
Communication
* Participate in and provide specialist input to all Trust meetings.
* Participate in a programme of quality control and technical audit as part of the Trust’s clinical governance programme and the Cardiology Directorate’s aim of clinical excellence.
* Liaise with the Clinical Engineering Department and equipment suppliers when requested to ensure that all non‑disposable equipment in the EP lab / Pacing / ICD area of responsibility is maintained appropriately and remains operational.
* Ensure that all relevant MHRA notices are acted upon appropriately.
* Ensure that patients, their relatives, and visitors are acknowledged in an appropriate and friendly manner.
* Ensure that patients’ privacy, dignity, religious and cultural beliefs are respected.
* Answer the telephone in a correct manner and direct calls to the appropriate person/department when required.
* Answer queries from patients, GPs, other hospitals relating to patient investigations and the results of the same, along with technical questions concerning any monitoring equipment.
* Use and develop effective communication skills, and be able to communicate appropriately with other staff members, other departments, consultants, patients and their relatives.
* Facilitate effective communication both within the department and between the department and other departments throughout the Trust.
* Facilitate good liaison and working relationships with other disciplines working within the department.
* Contribute to the development of positive staff morale.
* Be aware of procedures involving patient/visitor/staff complaints.
Resource Management
* Provide input to the department’s annual budget request.
* Participate in departmental stock control and be responsible for ensuring that there is adequate stock for their specific cardiology section.
Information Management
* Enter data into the departmental databases.
* Write reports on cardiac investigations performed and input these to the relevant computer‑based system.
Research
* Instigate, coordinate, participate in and report, for publication or internal use, on research into appropriate aspects of Cardiac Physiology or management issues.
Further Sections
* Ensure all team members have a real voice in the development of the EP and Device services to patients / customers.
* Maximise the potential of all team members.
* Ensure that all team members have a meaningful appraisal/personal development plan that includes feedback to the individual from a selection of internal customers and team members.
* Provide a safe and attractive working environment for team members within available resources.
* Attend and play a major role in corporate groups as a representative of the directorate and team.
* Represent the Trust at regional, national, and international conferences and on working groups as appropriate.
* Abide by the Trust’s core behaviours for staff and all other Trust policies including standing financial instructions, research governance, clinical governance, patient and public involvement, codes and practices, and health and safety policies.
Other duties
* Undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade as requested.
This advert closes on Tuesday 3 Mar 2026.
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