Invasive Cardiac Physiologist
| Posting date: | 09 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £31,049.00 to £54,710.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £31049.00 - £54710.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 March 2026 |
| Location: | Halifax, HX3 0PW |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | C9372-26-0152 |
Summary
To work towards independently in the cardiac catheter lab undertaking the physiologist role during coronary angiography and angioplasty (PCI) To work towards independently implanting and programming cardiac devices including pacemakers, loop recorders, ICD, and CRT devices. To work towards being independent in face-face and remote follow up clinics for the above. To achieve BHRS accreditation within 24 months of commencing the post. Participates in the on-call rota for Invasive Cardiology once competent. To assist and produce audits as required by the Team Leaders and Clinical Service Manager. To work within the Cardiology service as required. Clinical Duties Care, maintenance, and safety checks for all complex equipment you use. Adhering to department protocols and procedures following national guidelines. To competently undertake haemodynamic monitoring during diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterisation procedures. Competent in manual handling skills for patients and equipment. Works within established protocols, codes of practice and policy as a specialist. Be the first line resuscitation with defibrillator or assistance in the insertion of balloon pump and temporary pacing wires. Makes physicians aware of untoward events. The ability to analyse and act upon cardiac catheterisation data. The technical ability to provide support service provision and decision making during cardiac device implantation and follow up as an independent practitioner. Carries out domiciliary visits as required. Prioritises their own workload /caseload. Maintains the device database system for all implanted devices. Responsible for training, development and supervision of student physiologists and junior staff who are undertaking training within the department. Is able to carry out, without supervision, and produce a factual report on the following: Routine ECG 24-hour ECG and BP analysis Event recording Physiologist led exercise tolerance testing Cardiac catheterisation and angioplasty Cardiac device implantation and follow-up IVUS Pressure wires Haemachron monitoring Intra-aortic balloon pump usage. To maintain professional registration (AHCS/BHRS). Is qualified and proficient in intermediate life support skills and manual handling. To complete and keep up to date with mandatory training Comply with all Trust policies, procedures, and protocols