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Expert Lead Cardiac Physiologist - CRM Remote Monitoring
The closing date is 27 January 2026
Expert Cardiac Physiologist (Cardiac Rhythm Management Devices Remote Monitoring) 12 month Secondment Band 8a
We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed, dynamic individual to join the departmental Cardiac Rhythm Devices Team. The applicant must currently be working as an expert independent clinical practitioner who provides clinical expertise at an expert specialist level. Candidates will be required to assist the departmental management team in providing strategic management leadership. Applicant's must have the ability to work under pressure and be able to prioritise their own workload, as well as work as part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering high quality diagnostic service and educational at both undergraduate and post graduate level.
This position offers excellent developmental opportunities and requires the individual to be a positive driver for change within cardiac diagnostic services at Wythenshawe Hospital.
Main duties of the job
Provide leadership and development for all practitioners in the Clinical physiology department within the community Diagnostic Centre.
As an expert in the field provide advice to external institutions, inclusive of primary care and all professional bodies within Cardiology.
Exercise initiative and judgement in solving problems and making decisions that affect own areas of work recognising when there is a need to refer problems to Senior Management or Consultant staff.
Independently collates complex clinical information from multiple sources to determine optimal procedure methodology.
Independently selects sets-up & operates complex medical equipment as indicated for each procedure.
Independently obtains analyses complex data, performs complex calculations, determines interpretation and independently compiles accurate written complex technical reports for case notes.
Communicates independent interpretations of complex technical & physiological data to guide physicians throughout high risk provocative procedures (e.g. during complex device implantation, primary coronary angioplasty, cardiac imaging procedures).
Regularly supervises individuals working/observing in the clinical environment including visitors from other trusts and organisation.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement. Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds.
Diversity and Equality
Diversity Matters. MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Qualifications
* BSc Clinical Physiology or qualifying equivalent qualification
* HRUK or IBHRE Accreditation or equivalent experience
* MSc or equivalent expertise at this level
Experience
* Experience at Band 7 Advanced Specialist Cardiac Physiologist in Cardiac Rhythm Management and post basic experience in technical cardiology
* Experience of managing a cardiology department or an area of cardiology in a large tertiary centre including organisational and personal management
* Practical & formal teaching of Cardiac Physiologists and other HCSs
* Organisation/provision of education/training courses at a regional level
* Multi-disciplinary team work
* Tertiary cardiac physiology practice
* Invasive cardiac physiology practice
* Participation in cardiac research
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.
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
£55,690 to £62,682 a year per annum, pro rata
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