Job Summary
We are looking to recruit an experienced Cardiac Physiologist / Healthcare Scientist to work in our Cardiac Device and EP service as part of our Diagnostic Cardiology team. We are looking to recruit an experienced candidate with BHRS/IBHRE/EHRA accreditation in cardiac devices or electrophysiology.
Interested applicants should possess BSc in Clinical Physiology, MSc Clinical Science (Cardiac, Vascular, Respiratory and Sleep Sciences), or BTEC / HNC in Medical Physics and Physiological Measurements and hold RCCP / AHCS / HCPC registration.
Working Hours/Pattern: 37.5 hours a week, 4 days, 8am-6pm to meet the needs of the department. Flexible over 7 days, with on-call commitment in addition to substantive hours.
Main Duties of the Job:
1. To support the Invasive Cardiac Physiology Service at STHT by providing a high standard of work within their expert field that meets organizational, professional, and individual needs for the Diagnostic Cardiology Unit.
2. To undertake simple and complex cardiac device implantation and follow-up in line with departmental and BHRS guidelines.
3. To undertake electrophysiology studies.
4. To participate in the 24/7 on-call rota for PPCI and urgent cardiac device follow-up and implant.
5. To undertake and support all other invasive and non-invasive investigations as required.
6. To provide leadership, training, and education in the clinical areas, enabling staff to develop the clinical skills and competencies required to deliver a high-quality invasive service, responsive to changing needs.
7. To work alongside other senior members of the team to deliver an in-house invasive physiology training programme.
About Us: You will be working for an organization that values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff, including commitments to professional development and policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Date Posted: 10 April 2025
Pay Scheme: Agenda for Change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £46,148 to £52,809 a year pa/pro rata for part-time staff
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time
Reference Number: 190-0010-DIR-A
Job Locations: Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, Herries Road, Sheffield, S5 7AU
Person Specification:
Qualifications Essential:
* MSc Clinical Science (Cardiac, Vascular, Respiratory and Sleep Sciences) or other relevant Level 7 academic qualification or BTEC / HNC in Medical Physics and Physiological Measurements or BSc in Clinical Physiology with relevant experience and ability to demonstrate working at Masters / Academic Level 7.
* BHRS/IBHRE/EHRA accreditation in CRM or EP.
* Active membership of the BHRS.
* Registration with RCCP, AHCS, or HCPC.
* SCST parts I & II (if applicable to qualification route).
Experience Essential:
* Experience performing simple and complex cardiac device follow-up to a high standard and according to BHRS guidelines.
* Experience in providing specialized, unsupervised diagnostic reports to an appropriate level and highlighting urgent findings.
* High volume of training and support to junior members of staff, Specialist Registrars, or other medical professionals is expected.
* Experience of providing a wide range of invasive and non-invasive investigations.
* Experience in leadership supervision and assessment.
* Experience performing cardiac electrophysiology studies.
Special Skills/Aptitudes Essential:
* Ability to communicate well with patients and colleagues.
* Excellent ability to prioritize own workload.
* Positive approach to work.
* Show initiative and be responsive to service needs.
* Excellent organizational skills.
* Highly motivated to provide a quality service.
* Ability to work independently and as a team player.
* Good interpersonal, written, and verbal skills.
* Ability to self-educate and continuously improve.
* Excellent IT skills, computer literacy to a high level.
* Ability to work effectively under pressure.
* Must be reliable and have a flexible approach to meet service demands.
* Maintain infection control standards within the department.
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.
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer Details:
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Herries Road, Sheffield, S5 7AU
Employer's Website: https://www.sth.nhs.uk
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