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.
The role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Highly Specialised Cardiac Physiologist to join NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde's Cardiac Physiology team. This senior role offers the chance to work within a dynamic and innovative service, delivering high-quality diagnostic and interventional cardiac investigations across a range of clinical settings. You will play a key role in supporting service delivery, leading specialist practice and contributing to the development of both staff and services. Working alongside multidisciplinary colleagues, you will help ensure outstanding patient care while advancing your own professional expertise. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is committed to supporting innovation, development and excellence, making it an outstanding place to build your career.
All roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
- Part-time, Permanent
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You will be based between Glasgow Royal Infirmary and Stobhill Hospital
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Working Pattern: Monday - Friday
Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part time hours.
Key responsibilities:
- Perform and independently report complex cardiac investigations including echocardiography and other specialist diagnostic procedures
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Provide expert clinical leadership and support the day-to-day management of the Cardiac Physiology service
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Lead and support specialist cardiac device services including patient follow up, programming and clinic coordination
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Supervise, train and mentor physiologists and support the ongoing development of the wider team
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Contribute to service improvement, clinical audit, quality assurance and implementation of best practice standards
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Work collaboratively with cardiologists, nurses and multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure safe and effective patient care
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Support resource management, equipment maintenance and operational service delivery including deputising for the Cardiac Physiology Manager when required
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
- Clinical Physiology Degree or equivalent qualification with registration on an appropriate professional or healthcare science register
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Specialist knowledge and experience in cardiac physiology including echocardiography and cardiac rhythm management
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Accreditation in echocardiography or cardiac device management, or working towards recognised professional accreditation
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Significant experience in a senior cardiac physiology role with the ability to exercise sound clinical judgement and work autonomously
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Experience of supervising, mentoring and developing staff within a clinical environment
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with patients, carers and multidisciplinary teams
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Commitment to continuous professional development and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of emerging practices and technologies in cardiac physiology
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:
Pamela Turnbull, Cardiac Physiology Manager on 0141 211 8428 or [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.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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