Job summary
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Cardiac Physiologist to develop their career on a strong foundation with our dynamic, progressive team of Non-invasive Cardiac Physiologists. The successful applicant will receive training in all aspects of non-invasive cardiology. They will be supported by our diverse team to become a specialist within our Diagnostic Cardiology Unit. Training will be provided in required areas for suitable candidates, so this is an ideal opportunity for newly qualified physiologists or those due to soon qualify. This is a particularly exciting opportunity for those seeking to develop their echocardiography skills, or progress to BSE accreditation for those who already have the basic skills.
Job responsibilities
* Work in a key role alongside a large and friendly team across our sites in Nottingham, undertaking non-invasive physiological testing, interpreting clinical data and providing factual clinical reports.
* Non-invasive cardiac testing may include Holter monitoring and 24 hour tape analysis, provocative tests such as ETT and HUTT tests and echocardiography.
* Be supported to achieve full accreditation in Echocardiography from the British Society of Echocardiography.
* Provide clinical supervision and training of trainee staff and undertake ongoing CPD activity.
* Working at our three sites; QMC, City Campus and our new central Nottingham CDC.
* Participate in the emergency out of hours echo service, once training competencies have been met.
About us
With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation. We welcome diverse ideas to help develop our team and deliver world class healthcare. This post accepts applications from individuals who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we strive to be better represented.
Details
Date posted: 03 September 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 164-7203382
Job locations: Nottingham City Hospital, Hucknall Road, Nottingham, NG5 1PB
Job description
Job responsibilities
* Provision of non-invasive cardiac diagnostics e.g. ECG analysis, ETT and HUTT. Training will be provided in required areas for suitable candidates.
* Provision of high quality TTE images and reports.
* Assist in an assistant role in transoesophageal echo.
* Supervision of junior team members when appropriate.
* Assist the ECG lead in the support of trainee CSOs/ATOs.
* Potential for development into specialist echo areas once TTE competency has been met.
Working at our three sites; QMC, City Campus and our new central Nottingham CDC. Participation in the emergency out of hours echo service, once training competencies have been met.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
* BSc in Cardiac Physiology or equivalent
Desirable
* SCST Parts I & II
* Working towards BSE level 2 Accreditation or Equivalent
* Life support skills
Communication and Relationship skills
Essential
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
* Good organisational skills
* Ability to plan own workload
* Ability to meet deadlines
Experience
Essential
* Proven experience in a cardiac environment
Desirable
* Ability to perform a basic echo to BSE minimum dataset.
Disclosures
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure to the DBS is necessary.
Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Notes: Additional guidance on overseas criminal record checks is available as part of the application guidance.
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