Specialised/Highly Specialised Cardiac Physiologist (Echocardiography)

Sheffield
£38,682-54,710 per year
Permanent
Full-time

8 days ago

We are looking to recruit experienced Cardiac Physiologists / Healthcare Scientists to work in Echocardiography as part of our Diagnostic Cardiology team.We have an ambitious plan and are looking for aspirational, committed individuals to join us, making a real difference to both staff and patients.As a tertiary centre Sheffield Teaching Hospital deliver several regional services, and by joining us, Sheffield, you could be involved in helping deliver our comprehensive and expanding training program. Develop and expand your knowledge to include ACHD, and PH as Sheffield is of Europe's largest Pulmonary Hypertension centres. Research and innovation are key to advances in medicine; Sheffield Teaching Hospital is internationally recognised for several of its specialist services and research.The post holders will undertake routine and complex diagnostic transthoracic echocardiography and cardiac ultrasound investigations and interpret results to provide an accurate clinical report that can be clearly understood by a physician not experienced in echocardiography and adheres to local and national guidelines.Interested applicants should possess BSc in Clinical Physiology, MSc Clinical Science (Cardiac, Vascular, Respiratory and Sleep Sciences) or BTEC / HNC in Medical Physics and Physiological Measurements and holds RCCP / AHCS / HCPC registration.Would consider part time applications.Main duties of the jobTo undertake routine and complex diagnostic transthoracic echocardiography and cardiac ultrasound investigations and interpret results to provide an accurate clinical report that can be clearly understood by a physician not experienced in echocardiography and adheres to local and national guidelines.To provide leadership, training and education in the clinical areas, enabling staff to develop the clinical skills and competencies required delivering a high quality diagnostic echo service.To work alongside other senior members of the team to deliver a highly intensive in-house Echo training programme. In addition to this, there will also be the opportunity to support development of a regional Echo Training website.To liaise effectively with the Lead Echocardiographer and Lead Trainer in Echo ensure that departmental and BSE guidelines are maintained and up to date with current clinical and technical practice.About usYou will be working for an organisation which values and respects all its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.The Diagnostic Cardiology Unit provides an extensive range of non-invasive, invasive and specialist cardiac investigation to the South Yorkshire region.Please also note this vacancy is banded dependent upon applicants experience relevant to this post. The banding of the successful applicant/s will start at Band 6 unless applicants meet the necessary threshold of skills and experience required to start on Band 7.DetailsDate posted26 August 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salary£38,682 to £54,710 a year pa/pro rata for part time staffContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Part-timeReference number190-0615-DIRJob locationsNorthern General HospitalHerries RoadSheffieldS5 7AUJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

(Band 7) MSc Clinical Science (Cardiac, Vascular, Respiratory and Sleep Sciences) or other relevant Level 7 academic qualification or BTEC / HNC in Medical Physics and Physiological Measurements or BSc in Clinical Physiology with relevant experience and ability to demonstrate working at Masters / Academic Level 7 level
(Band 7) SCST parts I & II (if applicable to qualification route)
(Band 7) British Society of Echocardiography Adult proficiency Accreditation
(Band 7) Professional Registration with Academy of healthcare Science or Health and Care Professions Council
(Band 6) Clinical Physiology (Cardiology) / Healthcare Science (Cardiology) or equivalent qualification or Relevant degree and The Certificate of Completion for the Echocardiography Training Programme (CCETP)
(Band 6) Registered or eligible to register with RCCP, AHCS or HCPC or Eligible for PTP/STP equivalence
(Band 6) BSE written assessment completed
(Band 6) Near completion of BSE practical assessment

Desirable

(Band 6 & 7) Immediate Life Support
(Band 7) Teaching or Managerial Qualification / Experience
(Band 6) Active membership of the British Society of Echocardiography
(Band 6) SCST Part I & II
(Band 6) BSE accreditation

ExperienceEssential

(Band 6 & 7) Experience in providing specialised, unsupervised diagnostic reports to an appropriate level and highlight and urgent findings
(Band 7) Ability to deliver hands on training and support junior members of staff, Specialist Registrars or other medical professionals as required
(Band 6 & 7) Experience of providing a wide range of diagnostic investigations
(Band 7) Perform transthoracic echocardiograms to a high standard independently in accordance with BSE guidelines and department minimum standards
(Band 7) Demonstrate Continual Professional Development as per British Society of Echocardiography Guidelines
(Band 7) Professional membership of relevant professional body obtained by examination e.g. British Society of Echocardiography
(Band 7) Experience in supervision and assessment

Desirable

(Band 6) Professional membership of relevant professional body obtained by examination
(Band 6) Experience in supervision and assessment
(Band 6) Basic theory knowledge of Echocardiography and practical experience in Echocardiography
(Band 7) Some experience in speciality procedures e.g. contrast

Special Skills/AptitudesEssential

(Band 6 & 7) Ability to communicate well with patients and colleagues
(Band 6 & 7) Excellent ability to prioritise own workload
(Band 6 & 7) Positive approach to work and ability to work to deadlines
(Band 6 & 7) Show initiative and be responsive to service needs
(Band 6 & 7) Excellent organisational skills
(Band 6 & 7) Highly motivated to provide a quality service
(Band 6 & 7) Ability to work independently and as a team player
(Band 6 & 7) Good interpersonal, written and verbal skills
(Band 6 & 7) Ability to self-educate and continuously improve
(Band 6 & 7) Excellent IT skills, computer literacy to a high level
(Band 6 & 7) Ability to work effectively under pressure
(Band 6 & 7) Must be reliable and have a flexible approach to meet service demands
(Band 6 & 7) Maintain infection control standards within the department

Further TrainingEssential

(Band 6) Willingness to undertake further education to attain relevant qualifications for the post

Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

(Band 7) MSc Clinical Science (Cardiac, Vascular, Respiratory and Sleep Sciences) or other relevant Level 7 academic qualification or BTEC / HNC in Medical Physics and Physiological Measurements or BSc in Clinical Physiology with relevant experience and ability to demonstrate working at Masters / Academic Level 7 level
(Band 7) SCST parts I & II (if applicable to qualification route)
(Band 7) British Society of Echocardiography Adult proficiency Accreditation
(Band 7) Professional Registration with Academy of healthcare Science or Health and Care Professions Council
(Band 6) Clinical Physiology (Cardiology) / Healthcare Science (Cardiology) or equivalent qualification or Relevant degree and The Certificate of Completion for the Echocardiography Training Programme (CCETP)
(Band 6) Registered or eligible to register with RCCP, AHCS or HCPC or Eligible for PTP/STP equivalence
(Band 6) BSE written assessment completed
(Band 6) Near completion of BSE practical assessment

Desirable

(Band 6 & 7) Immediate Life Support
(Band 7) Teaching or Managerial Qualification / Experience
(Band 6) Active membership of the British Society of Echocardiography
(Band 6) SCST Part I & II
(Band 6) BSE accreditation

ExperienceEssential

(Band 6 & 7) Experience in providing specialised, unsupervised diagnostic reports to an appropriate level and highlight and urgent findings
(Band 7) Ability to deliver hands on training and support junior members of staff, Specialist Registrars or other medical professionals as required
(Band 6 & 7) Experience of providing a wide range of diagnostic investigations
(Band 7) Perform transthoracic echocardiograms to a high standard independently in accordance with BSE guidelines and department minimum standards
(Band 7) Demonstrate Continual Professional Development as per British Society of Echocardiography Guidelines
(Band 7) Professional membership of relevant professional body obtained by examination e.g. British Society of Echocardiography
(Band 7) Experience in supervision and assessment

Desirable

(Band 6) Professional membership of relevant professional body obtained by examination
(Band 6) Experience in supervision and assessment
(Band 6) Basic theory knowledge of Echocardiography and practical experience in Echocardiography
(Band 7) Some experience in speciality procedures e.g. contrast

Special Skills/AptitudesEssential

(Band 6 & 7) Ability to communicate well with patients and colleagues
(Band 6 & 7) Excellent ability to prioritise own workload
(Band 6 & 7) Positive approach to work and ability to work to deadlines
(Band 6 & 7) Show initiative and be responsive to service needs
(Band 6 & 7) Excellent organisational skills
(Band 6 & 7) Highly motivated to provide a quality service
(Band 6 & 7) Ability to work independently and as a team player
(Band 6 & 7) Good interpersonal, written and verbal skills
(Band 6 & 7) Ability to self-educate and continuously improve
(Band 6 & 7) Excellent IT skills, computer literacy to a high level
(Band 6 & 7) Ability to work effectively under pressure
(Band 6 & 7) Must be reliable and have a flexible approach to meet service demands
(Band 6 & 7) Maintain infection control standards within the department

Further TrainingEssential

(Band 6) Willingness to undertake further education to attain relevant qualifications for the post

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