Highly Specialised Cardiac Physiologist CRM

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for the right candidate to join our specialist team of Cardiac Physiologists here at UHCW.

UHCW is one of the largest acute Trust's in the country. With 17 Cardiology Consultants, we provide World Class innovation and research in all aspects of Cardiology.

Performing over 500 Pacing/ICD and 250 ILR procedures a year as well as 700 EP/Ablation procedures per year including, 3D mapping, Cryo, PFA, SVT EPS, and a substantial VT Ablation Service.

AT UHCW we are proud to be involved in ongoing research in the field of CRM and EP, this allows us early use of new technologies and procedures. Our Catheter Suite provides a full range of diagnostic and therapeutic services; PPCI/PCI, TAVI, Right and Left heart Cath, structural closures/repairs, Complex device implantation and extraction.

We are seeking an experienced, dynamic and enthusiastic Physiologist/Clinical Scientist to join our CRM service here at UHCW Trust and at our Community Diagnostic Hubs, to share our vision to be trusted to provide consistently outstanding care and exemplary service to our patients.

We have strong clinical input and support, and you will have the ability to work with our medical colleagues to develop your skills and knowledge.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

Provide advanced level of technical and clinical CRM support during implantation and follow up of devices. Be able to work independently and as part of MDT team.

Provide highly specialist advice, training, mentoring, supervision and assessment in the field of CRM to cardiac physiologists, nursing and medical staff.

Responsible on a day-to-day basis for ensuring the infrastructure and equipment of the CRM service is maintained in good working order and is adequate for purpose.

Maintain and develop personal, technical and managerial skills, as required, to satisfy service and personal development programme needs.

Please refer to job description for more detailed information and to ensure you have the competencies necessary for this role.

The post is for 37.5 hrs/week, worked over 5 days on an 8.30 to 4.30 working pattern (Monday-Friday). The post holder is expected to participate in an out of hours on-call rota.

We would encourage you to arrange a visit to the department to see what we could offer.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.