NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
NHS GREATER GLASGOW AND CLYDE
Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow
Band 6 / trainee Band 6 (Annex 21) Specialist Paediatric Cardiac Physiologist
36 hrs per week
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and experienced cardiac physiologist to join our busy, dynamic team at the Royal Hospital for Children (RHC).
The post is suitable for an experienced Band 5 physiologist ready to progress, or an existing Band 6 seeking a new challenge. Newly qualified cardiac physiologists who do not yet meet Band 6 competencies may be considered under Annex 21. Annex 21 offers a defined development pathway toward full competency, salary progression, and professional growth. For further guidance on Annex 21 please follow this link: Annex 21 Arrangements for pay and banding of trainees
RHC is the Scottish centre for cardiac surgery and interventional cardiology, and is also home to Scotland’s paediatric ECMO centre. Applicants should hold a degree in Cardiac Physiology, or an equivalent qualification, and have relevant experience. Working hours will vary depending on whether they are spread over four or five days. This post requires PVG Scheme membership/Disclosure Scotland clearance.
What we offer:
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
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A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
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Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
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Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
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Enhanced pay for working public holidays
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NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
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Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact:
Emma Finlay, Lead Paediatric Cardiac Physiologist, 0141 452 4080, [email protected]
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.
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