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Cardiac Physiologist Band 7

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Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

12d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • Oxford

AI generated summary

  • You need expertise in cardiac investigations, training skills, a postgraduate development portfolio, evidence of leadership in Cardiac Physiology, and preferably professional registration (RCCP/AHCS).
  • You will perform diagnostic cardiac investigations, provide expert reports, train MDT members, manage resources, contribute to service development, and ensure compliance with clinical standards.

Requirements

  • Provide expert knowledge and skills in a range of cardiac investigations, communicating results across a multidisciplinary team.
  • Provide training to all relevant members of the MDT in the delivery of routine and complex cardiac investigations.
  • Candidates must be able to demonstrate post graduate level of working via a continuous development portfolio and evidence of leadership, mentorship and specialist working within an area of Cardiac Physiology would be advantageous.
  • Professional registration is preferred i.e., RCCP or AHCS

Responsibilities

  • To undertake a range of diagnostic cardiac investigations at highly specialist cardiac physiologist level and provide expert, clinically accurate reports, adhering to local and national guidelines.
  • Provide expert knowledge and skills in a range of cardiac investigations, communicating results across a multidisciplinary team.
  • Provide training to all relevant members of the MDT in the delivery of routine and complex cardiac investigations.
  • To work closely with the consultant cardiologists, clinical cardiac physiology leads, advanced nurse practitioners and other medical colleagues in providing clinical leadership and input into service development.
  • To facilitate the efficient and effective management of resources within cardiac physiology.
  • To contribute to the strategic development and daily operational management of the Department.
  • To initiate and undertake audit within the specialist area and work collaboratively with research departments.
  • To act as a clinical role model and resource to staff, and demonstrate a commitment to evidence based/best practice care and clinical excellence, in order to optimise quality of care.
  • Ensure that the standards of the service delivered meet the national clinical standards and comply with the strategic aims of the Trust.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Band 7 Cardiac Physiologist position?

Candidates must demonstrate a postgraduate level of working through a continuous development portfolio and possess evidence of leadership, mentorship, and specialist experience in cardiovascular physiology. Professional registration, such as RCCP or AHCS, is preferred.

What type of training will I be expected to provide in this role?

You will be responsible for training all relevant members of the multidisciplinary team (MDT) in both routine and complex cardiac investigations.

Will I be working independently or as part of a team?

You will be working closely with consultant cardiologists, clinical cardiac physiology leads, advanced nurse practitioners, and other medical colleagues, contributing to a multidisciplinary team environment.

Is there an opportunity for career development in this position?

Yes, the department encourages active involvement with professional bodies, supports professional development at all levels, and is a National School of Healthcare Science accredited training centre.

Where will I be working?

The role is within the Cardiac Physiology department that operates across four sites: the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington, and Horton General Hospital in Banbury, as well as community hubs.

Are flexible working patterns available for this role?

Yes, the Trust is open to considering flexible working patterns to accommodate the needs of employees.

What values does the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust prioritize?

The Trust emphasizes values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement, and excellence, which guide the quality of clinical care and professional relationships.

Who should I contact for more information about the job?

For further details or to arrange an informal visit, you can contact Jennifer Cole, Head of Cardiac Physiology, at jennifer.cole@ouh.nhs.uk or by phone at 01865 740376. Alternatively, you can reach out to Rob Bunce, Lead Echocardiographer, at robert.bunce@ouh.nhs.uk or call 01865 220258.

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Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Mission & Purpose

OXFORD UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST (OUH) is a world renowned centre of clinical excellence and one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the UK. The Trust is made up of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital (which includes the Children's Hospital, West Wing, Eye Hospital, Heart Centre and Women's Centre), the Churchill Hospital and the Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, all located in Oxford, and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury, north Oxfordshire. The Trust provides a wide range of clinical services, specialist services (including cardiac, cancer, musculoskeletal and neurological rehabilitation) medical education, training and research.