Job summary
Expert Lead Cardiac Physiologist / Healthcare Scientist - Cardiac Rhythm Management
We are seeking an enthusiastic, committed, and dynamic individual to lead our Cardiac Rhythm Management Service.
The role requires independent practice with expert-level skill and autonomy within a tertiary specialist Cardiac Rhythm Management service. The individual will also undertake a range of cardiac procedures supporting both secondary and tertiary cardiac services delivered by the Trust.
The successful applicant will be an expert, independent clinical practitioner, providing specialist clinical expertise at an advanced level. They will have a proven track record of teaching and training at both local and national levels.
The post holder will support the departmental management team by contributing to strategic leadership and service development. They must demonstrate the ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritise workload independently, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality diagnostic services.
This position offers excellent developmental opportunities and requires a motivated individual who will act as a positive driver for change within cardiac rhythm management services at MFT.
Main duties of the job
Provide leadership and development for all practitioners in the Cardiac Physiology Department.
As an expert in the field of cardiac rhythm management, providing terrtiary level service for cardiac implantable devices.
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 obtains and 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 ).
Analyses highly complex data, performs complex calculations, determines interpretation and independently compiles accurate written complex technical reports for case notes.
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. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming one stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Supporting Documents section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided.Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.Diversity MattersMFT 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.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming one stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Supporting Documents section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided.Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.Diversity MattersMFT 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.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Clinical Physiology or qualifying equivalent qualification
- MSc or practicing in an equivalent expertise at this level in cardiac procedures
- Up to date ILS
- IBHRE/BHRS Accreditation
Desirable
- Teaching qualification (T4T, D32)
- State Registration HCPC or AHCS
- Leadership/ management qualification
Experience
Essential
- At Least 8 years' experience post basic experience in technical cardiology
- Demonstrate sufficient experience at higher specialist level
- Practical & formal teaching of Cardiac
- Physiologists and other HCSs
- Organisation/provision of education/training courses at a regional leve
- Multi-disciplinary team work
Desirable
- Tertiary cardiac physiology practise
- Invasive cardiac physiology practice
- Participation in cardiac research
Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Competent to practise a wide range of cardiac physiology diagnostics and interventions.
- Organisation of self and others
- Leadership skills
- Communication at all levels
- Ability to acquire & communicate highly complex knowledge in challenging environments
- High level analytical & judgement skill
- IT skills
Desirable
- Management skills
- Advanced IT skills, data manipulations, etc
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Clinical Physiology or qualifying equivalent qualification
- MSc or practicing in an equivalent expertise at this level in cardiac procedures
- Up to date ILS
- IBHRE/BHRS Accreditation
Desirable
- Teaching qualification (T4T, D32)
- State Registration HCPC or AHCS
- Leadership/ management qualification
Experience
Essential
- At Least 8 years' experience post basic experience in technical cardiology
- Demonstrate sufficient experience at higher specialist level
- Practical & formal teaching of Cardiac
- Physiologists and other HCSs
- Organisation/provision of education/training courses at a regional leve
- Multi-disciplinary team work
Desirable
- Tertiary cardiac physiology practise
- Invasive cardiac physiology practice
- Participation in cardiac research
Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Competent to practise a wide range of cardiac physiology diagnostics and interventions.
- Organisation of self and others
- Leadership skills
- Communication at all levels
- Ability to acquire & communicate highly complex knowledge in challenging environments
- High level analytical & judgement skill
- IT skills
Desirable
- Management skills
- Advanced IT skills, data manipulations, etc
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.
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.
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).
