Main area: Invasive Cardiology
Grade Band: 7
Contract: Permanent (On call commitment for Primary PCI Hours)
Full time
Part time
37.5 hours per week (on call requirement)
Job ref: 320-MED-1545
Employer: University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Royal Derby Hospital
Town: Derby
Salary: £37,338 - £52,809 pa pro rata
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 10/02/2025 23:59
Interview date: 24/02/2025
Advanced Clinical Physiologist/Scientist: Invasive Cardiology
Band 7
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together. Our fundamental
Values
of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work. Job overview
We currently have an opportunity for a highly motivated cardiac device physiologist/scientist to join our dedicated and friendly team at the University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust. Ideally we are looking for Candidates with BHRS or IBHRE accreditation and a minimum of three years post BSc (or equivalent) qualification experience. Consideration would be given to Band 6 Clinical Physiologists who have a range of clinical experience in cardiology and a proven track record specialising in invasive cardiology. Applicants must be eager to learn and would be expected to sit BHRS within the next 12 - 18 months. Pay scale will be adjusted to reflect skills and experience e.g., band 6 whilst training moving to band 7 once training is completed. As a local specialist provider, we implant a range of complex implantable devices including ILRs, pacemakers, ICDs, SICDs, CRTs and conduction system pacing. We perform a wide range of angiography procedures including left and right heart catheterisation, PCI, IVUS, OCT and rotablation as well as being a busy 24-hour primary PCI centre: an on call commitment is a key role of this position. You will be responsible for assisting in the day-to-day running of the service and perform the wide range of invasive investigations. Main duties of the job
To provide a highly specialist, clinical technical service in the Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM) sections of the department and be a lead specialist in these areas supporting the catheter lab and devices clinic. To assist in the development of the Cardiac Rhythm Management Service. Rotate into the role of device lead; responding to patient/clinician queries, actioning urgent remote alerts and discussing complex cases in MDTs. Provide specialist training and supervision of less experienced staff in own area of work. Ensure effective/timely two-way communication takes place between all Cardiology sections of the department, maintaining close liaison between all sites of the department and wider multi-disciplinary teams. The post will be based within the Cardiac Catheter Suite / Clinical Measurement Department at the Royal Derby Hospital, however, some rotation to the Catheter Suite, Queens Hospital Burton, may occasionally also be required. Future requirement to participate in a 6/7 day service. Knowledge Skills Experience
Degree in Clinical Physiology or equivalent qualification and experience. Significant post graduate experience as Senior Clinical Physiologist. Knowledge/experience of complex/advanced procedures from extensive experience/specialist training courses. Must meet requirements for acceptance on state register. Must hold BSE/HRUK or equivalent. Evidence of leading a small team. Communication
Excellent communication skills with patients/staff/colleagues/GP/doctors. Education and training skills with experience of training and assessment. Closing date of applications: 10 February 2025 Interview date: 24 February 2025
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Band 7
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together. Our fundamental
Values
of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work. Job overview
We currently have an opportunity for a highly motivated cardiac device physiologist/scientist to join our dedicated and friendly team at the University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust. Ideally we are looking for Candidates with BHRS or IBHRE accreditation and a minimum of three years post BSc (or equivalent) qualification experience. Consideration would be given to Band 6 Clinical Physiologists who have a range of clinical experience in cardiology and a proven track record specialising in invasive cardiology. Applicants must be eager to learn and would be expected to sit BHRS within the next 12 - 18 months. Pay scale will be adjusted to reflect skills and experience e.g., band 6 whilst training moving to band 7 once training is completed. As a local specialist provider, we implant a range of complex implantable devices including ILRs, pacemakers, ICDs, SICDs, CRTs and conduction system pacing. We perform a wide range of angiography procedures including left and right heart catheterisation, PCI, IVUS, OCT and rotablation as well as being a busy 24-hour primary PCI centre: an on call commitment is a key role of this position. You will be responsible for assisting in the day-to-day running of the service and perform the wide range of invasive investigations. Main duties of the job
To provide a highly specialist, clinical technical service in the Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM) sections of the department and be a lead specialist in these areas supporting the catheter lab and devices clinic. To assist in the development of the Cardiac Rhythm Management Service. Rotate into the role of device lead; responding to patient/clinician queries, actioning urgent remote alerts and discussing complex cases in MDTs. Provide specialist training and supervision of less experienced staff in own area of work. Ensure effective/timely two-way communication takes place between all Cardiology sections of the department, maintaining close liaison between all sites of the department and wider multi-disciplinary teams. The post will be based within the Cardiac Catheter Suite / Clinical Measurement Department at the Royal Derby Hospital, however, some rotation to the Catheter Suite, Queens Hospital Burton, may occasionally also be required. Future requirement to participate in a 6/7 day service. Knowledge Skills Experience
Degree in Clinical Physiology or equivalent qualification and experience. Significant post graduate experience as Senior Clinical Physiologist. Knowledge/experience of complex/advanced procedures from extensive experience/specialist training courses. Must meet requirements for acceptance on state register. Must hold BSE/HRUK or equivalent. Evidence of leading a small team. Communication
Excellent communication skills with patients/staff/colleagues/GP/doctors. Education and training skills with experience of training and assessment. Closing date of applications: 10 February 2025 Interview date: 24 February 2025
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