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Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Cardiographer

The closing date is 16 September 2025

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Job summary

We are looking to appoint two Cardiographers who are enthusiastic, motivated with a passion for caring to join our dedicated team in Cardiology.

The unit provides a range of cardiac diagnostics for inpatients and outpatients both on site at Musgrove Park Hospital and at the Taunton Diagnostic Centre.

As a Cardiographer you will work as part of a large multidisciplinary team and will play a key role in delivering the fundamentals of care for patients. Individuals should be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills who are willing to learn and take on new challenges as the service develops.

Main duties of the job

Experience of working in a care setting would be advantageous but all necessary skills training, professional updates and mandatory training as appropriate to the post will be provided.

Full details of duties can be found in the job description.

Please be advised - this vacancy may close early if we reach a sufficient amount of applications.

About us

As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, fantastic pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will to experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone!

Details

Date posted

09 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,625 to £25,674 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

184-OL-OR-3208

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA


Taunton Diagnostic Centre

Blackbrook Park Ave

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 2PX


Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Keyboard skills.
  • Able to use relevant computer software.
  • GCSE English and Maths

Desirable

  • SCST Accreditation
  • Non accredited training for recording ECG.
  • Knowledge of broader issues affecting the Trust and the cardiology department.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology sufficient to perform role.

Experience

Essential

  • Good interpersonal skills with colleagues and public.

Desirable

  • Developed working relationships with other staff in the Trust.
  • Demonstrate a willingness to take on additional responsibilities in the Unit.
  • Experience as a Cardiographer.
  • Competency to perform accurate diagnostic tests.

Additional Criteria

Essential

  • Ability to manage and plan your own workload.
  • Good health/attendance record
  • Physically able to carry out the duties of the post
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Keyboard skills.
  • Able to use relevant computer software.
  • GCSE English and Maths

Desirable

  • SCST Accreditation
  • Non accredited training for recording ECG.
  • Knowledge of broader issues affecting the Trust and the cardiology department.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology sufficient to perform role.

Experience

Essential

  • Good interpersonal skills with colleagues and public.

Desirable

  • Developed working relationships with other staff in the Trust.
  • Demonstrate a willingness to take on additional responsibilities in the Unit.
  • Experience as a Cardiographer.
  • Competency to perform accurate diagnostic tests.

Additional Criteria

Essential

  • Ability to manage and plan your own workload.
  • Good health/attendance record
  • Physically able to carry out the duties of the post

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA


Employer's website

https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA


Employer's website

https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Hiring Manager

Sarah Pollard

sarah.pollard@somersetft.nhs.uk

01823342953

Details

Date posted

09 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,625 to £25,674 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

184-OL-OR-3208

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA


Taunton Diagnostic Centre

Blackbrook Park Ave

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 2PX


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