Job summary We are a very busy complex device implant and follow up service. 1.Provide specialist Clinical Cardiology diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to inpatients and outpatients of all ages from a wide range of specialities. 2.Undertake clinical interpretation of results and provision of reports. 3.Support senior colleagues in the day-to-day organisation and running of the department, deputising in their absence. 4.Provide CPD, education, training and assessment of Clinical Physiologists (Cardiology) and other professionals. 5.Provide advice to clinicians and colleagues in specialist area 6.To act as a role model for junior staff Main duties of the job 1.Perform specialised Cardiac Physiology investigations and interventions including: 2.Advanced physiological testing during pacemaker, CRT-P and ICD/CRT-D implantation and follow-up with analysis of complex data and diagnostic information. Prescription and evaluation of device therapy and programming ensuring individualised device optimisation. Additionally, perform a broad range of clinical investigations undertaken within the Cardiac Physiology Service including, but not limited to: 3.Performance, analysis, and interpretation of resting ECGs. 4.Manage physiologist-led Exercise Tolerance Testing 5.Holter application 6.Holter analysis (including complex pacemakers/implantable devices) 7.Cardiac catheterisation (including complex cases) 8.Permanent pacemaker and implantable loop recorder implantation and follow-up 9.Actively working toward or keen to work toward BHRS/IBHRE Accreditation. 10.Provide interpretation and reports of own investigations, using discretion and judgement to seek further advice or review as necessary within an appropriate timeframe. 11.Provide expert clinical opinion for medical and physiologist colleagues in specialist area in the event of conflicting or difficult interpretation of investigations. 12.Provide quality assurance checks on clinical reports of physiologist colleagues and junior staff prior to despatch to clinicians. About us We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this. Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to: Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives. UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work. University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital. Date posted 22 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 304-9000675 Job locations Good Hope Hospital Rectory Rd Sutton Coldfield West Midlands B75 7RR Job description Job responsibilities Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description Job description Job responsibilities Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc in Clinical Physiology (or equivalent) Desirable Working towards highly specialist post basic courses to Masters level or equivalent RCCP / AHCS registration BHRS/IBHRE accreditation Professional Body Exams (ASCST) Experience Essential Competent in invasive and non-invasive cardiology diagnostic techniques Competent and independently working in Brady follow- up and Brady Implanting Working towards independent and competence in Complex device follow-up and implant. ILS Ability to work as an independent practitioner. IT skills Confident to input to training of students and apprentices. Desirable Evidence of successfully passing the IBHRE or BHRS examination and working towards to full accreditation. Additional Criteria Essential Capable of prioritisation. Confident to liaise with other staff groups ( Consultant staff, Medical staff, Nursing staff and peer groups ) Must be able to work as a team member Good interpersonal skills Motivation Flexibility & Adaptability Maintains confidentiality Ability to work in a challenging and busy environment to tight deadlines To be able to relate and respond to complex and sensitive issues Flexible and reliable Possible 7 day working Ability to work cross site / in community diagnostic hubs Ability to work on call (essential when required) Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc in Clinical Physiology (or equivalent) Desirable Working towards highly specialist post basic courses to Masters level or equivalent RCCP / AHCS registration BHRS/IBHRE accreditation Professional Body Exams (ASCST) Experience Essential Competent in invasive and non-invasive cardiology diagnostic techniques Competent and independently working in Brady follow- up and Brady Implanting Working towards independent and competence in Complex device follow-up and implant. ILS Ability to work as an independent practitioner. IT skills Confident to input to training of students and apprentices. Desirable Evidence of successfully passing the IBHRE or BHRS examination and working towards to full accreditation. Additional Criteria Essential Capable of prioritisation. Confident to liaise with other staff groups ( Consultant staff, Medical staff, Nursing staff and peer groups ) Must be able to work as a team member Good interpersonal skills Motivation Flexibility & Adaptability Maintains confidentiality Ability to work in a challenging and busy environment to tight deadlines To be able to relate and respond to complex and sensitive issues Flexible and reliable Possible 7 day working Ability to work cross site / in community diagnostic hubs Ability to work on call (essential when required) 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 University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Address Good Hope Hospital Rectory Rd Sutton Coldfield West Midlands B75 7RR Employer's website https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)