Cardiac Physiology- Paed Echocardiographer/Congenital Dev Post (B 6-7)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 17 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £38,682 - £54,710 per annum, pro rata for part time roles |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 16 Ebrill 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Bristol, BS2 8BJ |
| Cwmni: | University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 7876441/387-WC6441-LH |
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A Vacancy at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust.
Paediatric Echocardiographer / Congenital Development Post
An exceptional opportunity has arisen to join our highly specialised Paediatric Cardiac Physiology team as a Paediatric Echocardiographer within a structured Congenital Development Post.
This role offers the chance to work within a nationally recognised congenital cardiac service, delivering high-quality diagnostic care to infants, children and young people with congenital and acquired heart disease. The post provides a supported pathway to develop advanced expertise in paediatric echocardiography and complex congenital heart disease.
We welcome applications from experienced paediatric echocardiographers as well as motivated cardiac physiologists with demonstrable commitment to developing specialist knowledge in congenital cardiology. A comprehensive and structured training programme will be provided to support progression.
This is a rare opportunity to combine advanced clinical practice, service innovation and regional collaboration within a forward-thinking department committed to excellence in patient care, education and quality improvement.
This post is specifically designed to provide the successful candidate with a structured opportunity to develop advanced clinical, managerial and professional skills within a highly specialised tertiary paediatric echocardiography service.
The post-holder will take an active role in supporting the day-to-day management of the Paediatric Echocardiography section, contributing to the delivery of an effective, efficient and high-quality congenital cardiac service.
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a workforce of over 13,000 staff and more than 100 clinical services across 10 sites. We serve a core population of over 500,000 people across South West England.
UHBW has been rated‘Good’ overall by the CQC, and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking, multi-award-winning Trust and recognised digital exemplar, we are committed to innovation, research and service transformation. Our world-leading research and clinical innovation programmes are making a positive impact locally, nationally and globally.
Our hospitals are located acrossBristolandWeston-super-Mare, offering the very best of both worlds — vibrant city living within easy reach of beautiful countryside and coastline.
UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce, we aim to recruit and retain staff who reflect the rich diversity of the communities we serve. Anonymous information from applications is used to ensure we meet this pledge. We are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those who care for them.
Clinical Practice• Perform and report echocardiographic examinations appropriate to level of competence.
• Band 7:Independently perform and report the full range of paediatric and adult congenital echocardiography procedures to national standards.
• Band 6 Development:Undertake supervised paediatric and congenital studies, working towards independent reporting through a structured competency framework.
• Contribute to inpatient, outpatient and specialist congenital clinics.
• Participate in the 24-hour, 7-day on-call rota (Band 6 participation subject to competency sign-off).
• Provide clinical and professional advice to patients, parents/carers and multidisciplinary colleagues appropriate to scope of practice.
Service Management and Leadership• Take an active role in supporting the day-to-day operational management of Paediatric Echocardiography, ensuring delivery of an effective and efficient tertiary service.
• Band 7:Deputise for sectional managers where required and contribute to service planning.
• Band 6 Development:Develop understanding of service management processes and progressively assume delegated responsibilities.
• Contribute to monitoring budgetary awareness and cost-effective service delivery.
• Be responsible for receipting medical products and equipment and maintaining stock control within the section.
• Liaise with medical representatives regarding equipment development, maintenance and service improvement initiatives.
Education and Workforce Development• Provide clinical teaching and peer support within the department.
• Band 7:Undertake formal supervision, mentorship and competency assessment of junior staff and students.
• Band 6 Development:Develop supervisory skills with appropriate support and guidance.
Governance, Quality and Research• Implement, manage, evaluate and update clinical protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Actively participate in and develop quality assurance and quality control systems.
• Engage in audit, service evaluation and research activity.
• Contribute to regional congenital service development and innovation.
Progression from Band 6 to Band 7 will be subject to successful completion of the agreed competency framework, demonstration of independent reporting capability in paediatric and congenital echocardiography, and evidence of leadership and governance contribution.
About the Service
TheBristol Royal Hospital for Childrenis a dedicated paediatric centre of excellence, caring for patients from fetal life through to young adulthood.
The service provides a comprehensive range of congenital cardiac investigations, interventions and cardiac surgery to the South West of England and South Wales. Investigations performed include (but are not limited to):
• Physiologist-led Exercise Tolerance Testing (ETT)
• Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing (CPET) & Standard Exercise Testing
• Head-Up Tilt Testing (HUTT)
• Ambulatory monitoring
• Device implants and follow-up
• Interventional congenital procedures
Our echocardiography service includes:
• Transthoracic Echocardiography (with a strong National recognition)
• Stress Echocardiography
• Transoesophageal Echocardiography (TOE)
• Fetal Echocardiography (with a strong regional reputation)
We have strong links with an active and internationally respected research department, supporting drug trials and sports exercise programmes in congenital heart disease. The service provides diagnostic support for multiple active clinical trials.
For a more detailed job description and full list of responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description document.
This advert closes on Tuesday 31 Mar 2026
Paediatric Echocardiographer / Congenital Development Post
An exceptional opportunity has arisen to join our highly specialised Paediatric Cardiac Physiology team as a Paediatric Echocardiographer within a structured Congenital Development Post.
This role offers the chance to work within a nationally recognised congenital cardiac service, delivering high-quality diagnostic care to infants, children and young people with congenital and acquired heart disease. The post provides a supported pathway to develop advanced expertise in paediatric echocardiography and complex congenital heart disease.
We welcome applications from experienced paediatric echocardiographers as well as motivated cardiac physiologists with demonstrable commitment to developing specialist knowledge in congenital cardiology. A comprehensive and structured training programme will be provided to support progression.
This is a rare opportunity to combine advanced clinical practice, service innovation and regional collaboration within a forward-thinking department committed to excellence in patient care, education and quality improvement.
This post is specifically designed to provide the successful candidate with a structured opportunity to develop advanced clinical, managerial and professional skills within a highly specialised tertiary paediatric echocardiography service.
The post-holder will take an active role in supporting the day-to-day management of the Paediatric Echocardiography section, contributing to the delivery of an effective, efficient and high-quality congenital cardiac service.
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a workforce of over 13,000 staff and more than 100 clinical services across 10 sites. We serve a core population of over 500,000 people across South West England.
UHBW has been rated‘Good’ overall by the CQC, and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking, multi-award-winning Trust and recognised digital exemplar, we are committed to innovation, research and service transformation. Our world-leading research and clinical innovation programmes are making a positive impact locally, nationally and globally.
Our hospitals are located acrossBristolandWeston-super-Mare, offering the very best of both worlds — vibrant city living within easy reach of beautiful countryside and coastline.
UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce, we aim to recruit and retain staff who reflect the rich diversity of the communities we serve. Anonymous information from applications is used to ensure we meet this pledge. We are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those who care for them.
Clinical Practice• Perform and report echocardiographic examinations appropriate to level of competence.
• Band 7:Independently perform and report the full range of paediatric and adult congenital echocardiography procedures to national standards.
• Band 6 Development:Undertake supervised paediatric and congenital studies, working towards independent reporting through a structured competency framework.
• Contribute to inpatient, outpatient and specialist congenital clinics.
• Participate in the 24-hour, 7-day on-call rota (Band 6 participation subject to competency sign-off).
• Provide clinical and professional advice to patients, parents/carers and multidisciplinary colleagues appropriate to scope of practice.
Service Management and Leadership• Take an active role in supporting the day-to-day operational management of Paediatric Echocardiography, ensuring delivery of an effective and efficient tertiary service.
• Band 7:Deputise for sectional managers where required and contribute to service planning.
• Band 6 Development:Develop understanding of service management processes and progressively assume delegated responsibilities.
• Contribute to monitoring budgetary awareness and cost-effective service delivery.
• Be responsible for receipting medical products and equipment and maintaining stock control within the section.
• Liaise with medical representatives regarding equipment development, maintenance and service improvement initiatives.
Education and Workforce Development• Provide clinical teaching and peer support within the department.
• Band 7:Undertake formal supervision, mentorship and competency assessment of junior staff and students.
• Band 6 Development:Develop supervisory skills with appropriate support and guidance.
Governance, Quality and Research• Implement, manage, evaluate and update clinical protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Actively participate in and develop quality assurance and quality control systems.
• Engage in audit, service evaluation and research activity.
• Contribute to regional congenital service development and innovation.
Progression from Band 6 to Band 7 will be subject to successful completion of the agreed competency framework, demonstration of independent reporting capability in paediatric and congenital echocardiography, and evidence of leadership and governance contribution.
About the Service
TheBristol Royal Hospital for Childrenis a dedicated paediatric centre of excellence, caring for patients from fetal life through to young adulthood.
The service provides a comprehensive range of congenital cardiac investigations, interventions and cardiac surgery to the South West of England and South Wales. Investigations performed include (but are not limited to):
• Physiologist-led Exercise Tolerance Testing (ETT)
• Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing (CPET) & Standard Exercise Testing
• Head-Up Tilt Testing (HUTT)
• Ambulatory monitoring
• Device implants and follow-up
• Interventional congenital procedures
Our echocardiography service includes:
• Transthoracic Echocardiography (with a strong National recognition)
• Stress Echocardiography
• Transoesophageal Echocardiography (TOE)
• Fetal Echocardiography (with a strong regional reputation)
We have strong links with an active and internationally respected research department, supporting drug trials and sports exercise programmes in congenital heart disease. The service provides diagnostic support for multiple active clinical trials.
For a more detailed job description and full list of responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description document.
This advert closes on Tuesday 31 Mar 2026
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