Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Cardiographer - Heart and Chest Clinic

The closing date is 12 February 2026

Job summary

Cardiographer - Southend Hospital

We are seeking a permanent Cardiographer to join our busy and expanding department. We provide a wide range of diagnostic investigations across both Cardiology and Respiratory services and are looking for a motivated and reliable individual to join our friendly, experienced team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain experience within a healthcare setting. No previous experience is required, as full training and support will be provided for the successful candidate.

As a Cardiographer, your role will include performing 12-lead ECGs, fitting a variety of ambulatory cardiac monitors, and carrying out spirometry tests, alongside other diagnostic investigations within the cardiology department. You will play a key role in supporting high-quality patient care and ensuring investigations are carried out accurately and efficiently.

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, organised and patient-focused, with good communication skills and a willingness to learn. In return, we offer comprehensive training, a supportive working environment and the opportunity to develop valuable skills within a specialist diagnostic service.

Join us and be part of a growing department where your contribution makes a real difference to patient care.

Main duties of the job

  • Perform routine ECG recordings
  • Undertake 24-hour ambulatory cardiac monitoring, including -Programming devices,Fitting and removal of monitors,Downloading and transferring data to computer systems
  • Carry out R-test monitoring, including fitting, removal and data downloading
  • Perform 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring, including: Programming equipment, Fitting and removal of monitors, Downloading and recording results

About us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Details

Date posted

30 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

390-CTC-BA-2268

Job locations

Southend

Prittlewell Chase

Wescliff-on-Sea

SS0 0RY


Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.We look forward to your application!Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.Unfortunately, there is no Visa Sponsorship available for this role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.We look forward to your application!Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.Unfortunately, there is no Visa Sponsorship available for this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Good level of general education to GCSE standard or equivalent.

Desirable

  • Science A level

Experience

Essential

  • A demonstrable interest in working with patients in a busy healthcare setting.
  • Basic IT skills required

Desirable

  • Relevant experience of working in a healthcare setting.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Good level of general education to GCSE standard or equivalent.

Desirable

  • Science A level

Experience

Essential

  • A demonstrable interest in working with patients in a busy healthcare setting.
  • Basic IT skills required

Desirable

  • Relevant experience of working in a healthcare setting.

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

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southend

Prittlewell Chase

Wescliff-on-Sea

SS0 0RY


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southend

Prittlewell Chase

Wescliff-on-Sea

SS0 0RY


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Principal Cardiac Physilogist

Mark Passey

m.passey@nhs.net

03004436027

Details

Date posted

30 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

390-CTC-BA-2268

Job locations

Southend

Prittlewell Chase

Wescliff-on-Sea

SS0 0RY


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