Job summary We are seeking a highly motivated Cardiac Physiologist Specialised in either Echocardiography or Pacing/Cathlab to join our friendly and dynamic team, providing high standards of care and support to patients in the Bedford Hospital. You will play a key role in the continuous development of our vibrant and growing cardiology service. The outpatient echo service includes clinics for valve surveillance, chemotherapy surveillance, adult congenital, heart failure, as well as open access GP clinics. You will work alongside our enthusiastic Consultant Cardiologists specialised in Echocardiography who perform Transesophageal Echocardiograms (TOE), Stress Echocardiograms and Contrast/Bubble Echocardiograms. The Cardiology Service also offers a comprehensive range of invasive and non-invasive cardiac procedures including Elective PCI (with tools like Shockwave, IVUS, IFR, FFR), Pacemaker implantation and follow-up, Cardioversion, Exercise Treadmill Testing, Tilt Testing, and ambulatory monitoring (Holter monitors, BP monitors and Loop recorder monitors). Our department has a strong track record for teaching and developing cardiac physiologists. We offer a 10% Recruitment and Retention Bonus for accredited Cardiac Physiologists (BSE/EACVI for Echo and HRUK/IBHRE/EHRA for Pacing). Main duties of the job MAIN RESPONSIBILITES : Specialist in Echocardiography: To perform and report inpatient and outpatient echocardiograms according to the BSE standards and guidelines. To review echo reports from echo trainees and provide valuable and constructive feedback. To assist our Consultant Cardiologists in the performance of Transesophageal Echocardiograms (TOE), Stress Echocardiograms and Contrast/Bubble Echocardiograms. To assist in the day-to-day management of procedures/workload/organisation within the department To triage and prioritize echocardiogram requests according to the BSE guidelines. Specialist in Pacing/Cathlab: To participate in the provision of the cardiac rhythm management including inpatient Pacemaker/ICD/CRT checks, pre-op Pacemaker/ICD/CRT programming, outpatient pacemaker clinic and remote monitoring. To assist during the full range of cardiac procedures undertaken within the CathLab, including elective PCI (with IVUS/FFR/IFR), pacemaker implants and loop recorder implants. To maintain high standards of technical competency in the provision of all technical cardiac procedures (invasive and non-invasive). To effectively, promptly, and professionally respond to emergency situations maintaining control and requesting assistance as necessary. To assist in the day-to-day management of procedures/workload/organisation within the department. To act as a role model for junior members of the team and to contribute to their development. About us Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology. Our Values We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences. Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job. Date posted 03 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year pa Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 418-AHP6988-CW Job locations Bedford South Wing Hospital Bedford MK42 9DJ Job description Job responsibilities We are seeking a highly motivated Cardiac Physiologist Specialised in either Echocardiography or Pacing/Cathlab to join our friendly and dynamic team, providing high standards of care and support to patients in the Bedford Hospital. You will play a key role in the continuous development of our vibrant and growing cardiology service. The outpatient echo service includes clinics for valve surveillance, chemotherapy surveillance, adult congenital, heart failure, as well as open access GP clinics. You will work alongside our enthusiastic Consultant Cardiologists specialised in Echocardiography who perform Transesophageal Echocardiograms (TOE), Stress Echocardiograms and Contrast/Bubble Echocardiograms. The Cardiology Service also offers a comprehensive range of invasive and non-invasive cardiac procedures including Elective PCI (with tools like Shockwave, IVUS, IFR, FFR), Pacemaker implantation and follow-up, Cardioversion, Exercise Treadmill Testing, Tilt Testing, and ambulatory monitoring (Holter monitors, BP monitors and Loop recorder monitors). Our department has a strong track record for teaching and developing cardiac physiologists. As such, you will have the rewarding experience of contributing to someone elses career development by sharing your expert advice and guidance. The Health and Safety of our team members is important to us therefore this post will not involve scanning full time. We are considerate and flexible in our weekly rota to allocate sessions with other relevant tasks, allowing you to rest from the physical strain of scanning patients. Although this is not a requirement for the post, we actively encourage our physiologists to acquire and develop multiple skills and are ready to support your wish to learn, train and develop skills in other cardiac physiologist areas. We offer a 10% Recruitment and Retention Bonus for accredited Cardiac Physiologists (BSE/EACVI for Echo and HRUK/IBHRE/EHRA for Pacing). More importantly, you will have the opportunity of doing meaningful work while developing meaningful relationships with hardworking, open, honest and respectful team members who value each other. MAIN RESPONSIBILITES : Specialist in Echocardiography: To perform and report inpatient and outpatient echocardiograms according to the BSE standards and guidelines. To review echo reports from echo trainees and provide valuable and constructive feedback. To assist our Consultant Cardiologists in the performance of Transesophageal Echocardiograms (TOE), Stress Echocardiograms and Contrast/Bubble Echocardiograms. To assist in the day-to-day management of procedures/workload/organisation within the department. To act as a role model for junior members of the team and to contribute to their development. To participate in the weekly echo meeting, open-mindedly sharing and discussing interesting findings/cases. To triage and prioritize echocardiogram requests according to the BSE guidelines. To communicate effectively with the multi-disciplinary team, informing the relevant medical professionals when significant findings are diagnosed. To be responsible for identifying equipment faults, and directly resolve fault issues by reporting them in a timely manner. To assist in the development of protocols, guidelines, and policies within the department. To implement local policies and guidelines and ensure these are adhered to at all times and ensure these incorporate current professional recommendations and evidence based practice. To undertake any other reasonable duties at the discretion of the Lead Physiologist for Cardiac Services. To demonstrate effective IT skills to assist in clinical activities and audit. Specialist in Pacing/Cathlab: To participate in the provision of the cardiac rhythm management including inpatient Pacemaker/ICD/CRT checks, pre-op Pacemaker/ICD/CRT programming, outpatient pacemaker clinic and remote monitoring. To assist during the full range of cardiac procedures undertaken within the CathLab, including elective PCI (with IVUS/FFR/IFR), pacemaker implants and loop recorder implants. To maintain high standards of technical competency in the provision of all technical cardiac procedures (invasive and non-invasive). To effectively, promptly, and professionally respond to emergency situations maintaining control and requesting assistance as necessary. To assist in the day-to-day management of procedures/workload/organisation within the department. To act as a role model for junior members of the team and to contribute to their development. To communicate effectively with the multi-disciplinary team, informing the relevant medical professionals when significant findings are diagnosed. To be responsible for identifying equipment faults, and directly resolve fault issues by reporting them in a timely manner. To assist in the development of protocols, guidelines, and policies within the department. To implement local policies and guidelines and ensure these are adhered to at all times and ensure these incorporate current professional recommendations and evidence based practice. To communicate with manufacturers/suppliers regarding stock and/or equipment management; ensuring adequate stock control and that staff are aware of economical use of supplies. To undertake any other reasonable duties at the discretion of the Lead Physiologist for Cardiac Services. To demonstrate effective IT skills to assist in clinical activities and audit. Job description Job responsibilities We are seeking a highly motivated Cardiac Physiologist Specialised in either Echocardiography or Pacing/Cathlab to join our friendly and dynamic team, providing high standards of care and support to patients in the Bedford Hospital. You will play a key role in the continuous development of our vibrant and growing cardiology service. The outpatient echo service includes clinics for valve surveillance, chemotherapy surveillance, adult congenital, heart failure, as well as open access GP clinics. You will work alongside our enthusiastic Consultant Cardiologists specialised in Echocardiography who perform Transesophageal Echocardiograms (TOE), Stress Echocardiograms and Contrast/Bubble Echocardiograms. The Cardiology Service also offers a comprehensive range of invasive and non-invasive cardiac procedures including Elective PCI (with tools like Shockwave, IVUS, IFR, FFR), Pacemaker implantation and follow-up, Cardioversion, Exercise Treadmill Testing, Tilt Testing, and ambulatory monitoring (Holter monitors, BP monitors and Loop recorder monitors). Our department has a strong track record for teaching and developing cardiac physiologists. As such, you will have the rewarding experience of contributing to someone elses career development by sharing your expert advice and guidance. The Health and Safety of our team members is important to us therefore this post will not involve scanning full time. We are considerate and flexible in our weekly rota to allocate sessions with other relevant tasks, allowing you to rest from the physical strain of scanning patients. Although this is not a requirement for the post, we actively encourage our physiologists to acquire and develop multiple skills and are ready to support your wish to learn, train and develop skills in other cardiac physiologist areas. We offer a 10% Recruitment and Retention Bonus for accredited Cardiac Physiologists (BSE/EACVI for Echo and HRUK/IBHRE/EHRA for Pacing). More importantly, you will have the opportunity of doing meaningful work while developing meaningful relationships with hardworking, open, honest and respectful team members who value each other. MAIN RESPONSIBILITES : Specialist in Echocardiography: To perform and report inpatient and outpatient echocardiograms according to the BSE standards and guidelines. To review echo reports from echo trainees and provide valuable and constructive feedback. To assist our Consultant Cardiologists in the performance of Transesophageal Echocardiograms (TOE), Stress Echocardiograms and Contrast/Bubble Echocardiograms. To assist in the day-to-day management of procedures/workload/organisation within the department. To act as a role model for junior members of the team and to contribute to their development. To participate in the weekly echo meeting, open-mindedly sharing and discussing interesting findings/cases. To triage and prioritize echocardiogram requests according to the BSE guidelines. To communicate effectively with the multi-disciplinary team, informing the relevant medical professionals when significant findings are diagnosed. To be responsible for identifying equipment faults, and directly resolve fault issues by reporting them in a timely manner. To assist in the development of protocols, guidelines, and policies within the department. To implement local policies and guidelines and ensure these are adhered to at all times and ensure these incorporate current professional recommendations and evidence based practice. To undertake any other reasonable duties at the discretion of the Lead Physiologist for Cardiac Services. To demonstrate effective IT skills to assist in clinical activities and audit. Specialist in Pacing/Cathlab: To participate in the provision of the cardiac rhythm management including inpatient Pacemaker/ICD/CRT checks, pre-op Pacemaker/ICD/CRT programming, outpatient pacemaker clinic and remote monitoring. To assist during the full range of cardiac procedures undertaken within the CathLab, including elective PCI (with IVUS/FFR/IFR), pacemaker implants and loop recorder implants. To maintain high standards of technical competency in the provision of all technical cardiac procedures (invasive and non-invasive). To effectively, promptly, and professionally respond to emergency situations maintaining control and requesting assistance as necessary. To assist in the day-to-day management of procedures/workload/organisation within the department. To act as a role model for junior members of the team and to contribute to their development. To communicate effectively with the multi-disciplinary team, informing the relevant medical professionals when significant findings are diagnosed. To be responsible for identifying equipment faults, and directly resolve fault issues by reporting them in a timely manner. To assist in the development of protocols, guidelines, and policies within the department. To implement local policies and guidelines and ensure these are adhered to at all times and ensure these incorporate current professional recommendations and evidence based practice. To communicate with manufacturers/suppliers regarding stock and/or equipment management; ensuring adequate stock control and that staff are aware of economical use of supplies. To undertake any other reasonable duties at the discretion of the Lead Physiologist for Cardiac Services. To demonstrate effective IT skills to assist in clinical activities and audit. Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc Hons Clinical Physiology or equivalent i.e. BTEC in Physiological Measurement, NVQ 3 - technical Cardiology British Society of Echocardiography (BSE) accreditation or EACVI Adult Transthoracic Echocardiography (TTE) accreditation - for specialists in Echocardiography British Heart Rhythm Society (BHRS) accreditation or European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA) accreditation or International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE) accreditation - for specialists in Pacing Desirable Registered with the Council for Clinical Physiology Completed ILS Experience Essential Evidence of continuing professional development Effective communication and interpersonal skills, in both written and verbal form Ability to work independently Desirable Good presentation skills Time management and organisational skills. IT skills. Knowledge Essential Experience scanning and reporting full echo clinics to a high standard of quality - for specialists in Echocardiography. Experience performing and reporting full pacing clinics to a high standard of quality - for specialists in Pacing. Experience assisting in Cathlab procedures including primary PCI, elective PCI and pacemaker implants. Cardiovascular anatomy and physiology ECG analysis and interpretation Effective communication and interpersonal skills, in both written and verbal form Desirable Good presentation skills Good decision making skills. Ability to relate theory to practice. Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc Hons Clinical Physiology or equivalent i.e. BTEC in Physiological Measurement, NVQ 3 - technical Cardiology British Society of Echocardiography (BSE) accreditation or EACVI Adult Transthoracic Echocardiography (TTE) accreditation - for specialists in Echocardiography British Heart Rhythm Society (BHRS) accreditation or European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA) accreditation or International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE) accreditation - for specialists in Pacing Desirable Registered with the Council for Clinical Physiology Completed ILS Experience Essential Evidence of continuing professional development Effective communication and interpersonal skills, in both written and verbal form Ability to work independently Desirable Good presentation skills Time management and organisational skills. IT skills. Knowledge Essential Experience scanning and reporting full echo clinics to a high standard of quality - for specialists in Echocardiography. Experience performing and reporting full pacing clinics to a high standard of quality - for specialists in Pacing. Experience assisting in Cathlab procedures including primary PCI, elective PCI and pacemaker implants. Cardiovascular anatomy and physiology ECG analysis and interpretation Effective communication and interpersonal skills, in both written and verbal form Desirable Good presentation skills Good decision making skills. Ability to relate theory to practice. 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). 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). Employer details Employer name Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Bedford South Wing Hospital Bedford MK42 9DJ Employer's website https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)