Job summary
We are looking to recruit a qualified Cardiac Physiologist/Cardiac Scientist specialising in Echocardiography; to join our friendly and established team.
This is an exciting time to join our busy Cardio-Respiratory Department. QEH has recently welcome 2 additional cardiologists. We are looking for an enthusiastic and aspirational individual to help us develop echo services for West Norfolk.
We have a patient centred attitude, striving to provide the best possible care for our patients in a positive and supportive environment within the Trust. Learning and development are encouraged and heavily supported within our department.
Applicants should be able to demonstrate extensive expertise within echocardiography, have excellent communication, time management and interpersonal skills with a willingness to participate in teaching, training, and mentoring at all levels.
***Previous applicants need not apply***
Main duties of the job
You will be expected to be an independent practitioner in Adult Transthoracic Echocardiography and to participate in specialised procedures such as TOE, Stress Echo, and Contrast/Bubble Studies, working closely with the Cardiologists.
Newly qualified staff will be supported to develop experience and gain additional competencies required. Professional and personal development are encouraged.
Continuation of professional development within the role is essential. The successful applicant will also be able to perform a variety of diagnostic tests provided by the department.
About us
There's never been a more exciting time to join TeamQEH. We're working on a once in a generation opportunity to build a new state-of-the-art hospital and we are also carrying out on one of the biggest pieces of digital transformation work we've ever undertaken.
Our new electronic patient record (EPR) will replace paper-based patient records from 2026 and will lead to better, safer, joined-up care at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital and beyond.
At The QEH we provide a comprehensive range of specialist, acute, obstetrics and community-based services to around 331,000 people across west and north Norfolk, North Cambs and South Lincs.
We are an ambitious organisation that upholds our values of kindness, wellness and fairness. We strive for continuous quality improvement, recently demonstrated in our 2024 CQC maternity inspection rating our services as 'Good', and we are proud to be a place to learn and grow through recognised learning and apprenticeships.
We recognise and reward our 4,000 staff and volunteers, priding ourselves on a community atmosphere and positive team spirit. We have approx. 530 beds across 33 wards and have newly built education and training facilities, a range of modern award-winning centres alongside a talented team of people ready to give you a warm welcome.
We love working here and think you will too.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about this role please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about this role please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification
Person Specification
Qualifcations/training and professional development
Essential
- BSc/MSc in cardiac physiology/cardiac science
- BSE Accredited (equivalent qualifications may be considered)
Desirable
- RCCP registered
- Qualifications in training/assessing/mentoring
Experience
Essential
- Significant, demonstrable post qualification experience
- Will be fully competent in carrying out full study BSE echocardiograms
- Competent in performing all cardiac investigations provided by the department
- Experience in training and assessment of junior staff and other medical professionals
Desirable
- Experience in physiologist led specialist clinics
- Experience in assisting in TOE, and performing specialised Echocardiograms, i.e. 3D, Contrast, Bubble studies and stress echo
Skills, abilities and knowledge
Essential
- Ability to organise and analyse data with good critical thinking skills
- Ability to obtain all cardiac ultrasound views as described in the BSE minimum dataset on both technically easy and challenging patients utilising optimal patient positioning and technical skills
- Able to keep up with workload and deliver results in a timely manner
- Actively participates in teaching and training
- Knowledge of a wide range of cardiac physiology investigations and advanced specialist knowledge in Echocardiography
Desirable
- History taking and general clinical examination
Person Specification
Qualifcations/training and professional development
Essential
- BSc/MSc in cardiac physiology/cardiac science
- BSE Accredited (equivalent qualifications may be considered)
Desirable
- RCCP registered
- Qualifications in training/assessing/mentoring
Experience
Essential
- Significant, demonstrable post qualification experience
- Will be fully competent in carrying out full study BSE echocardiograms
- Competent in performing all cardiac investigations provided by the department
- Experience in training and assessment of junior staff and other medical professionals
Desirable
- Experience in physiologist led specialist clinics
- Experience in assisting in TOE, and performing specialised Echocardiograms, i.e. 3D, Contrast, Bubble studies and stress echo
Skills, abilities and knowledge
Essential
- Ability to organise and analyse data with good critical thinking skills
- Ability to obtain all cardiac ultrasound views as described in the BSE minimum dataset on both technically easy and challenging patients utilising optimal patient positioning and technical skills
- Able to keep up with workload and deliver results in a timely manner
- Actively participates in teaching and training
- Knowledge of a wide range of cardiac physiology investigations and advanced specialist knowledge in Echocardiography
Desirable
- History taking and general clinical examination
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
