Cardiac Clinical Scientist/Physiologist - Electrophysiology

Somerset NHS Charity; Greater London; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust is looking for an advanced EP Physiologist to manage electrophysiology services at Hammersmith Hospital. The successful candidate will have a strong background in cardiac physiology, including at least 5 years as a chief cardiac physiologist. You will be responsible for managing services, training junior staff, and engaging in important research projects. Benefits include a competitive salary with a 15% uplift and an excellent relocation package.

Benefits

Generous relocation package

Career development opportunities

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Up-to-date local mandatory training.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
• Previous leadership of a cardiac physiology department.

Responsibilities

• Manage the EP/CRM physiologist/clinical scientist establishment.
• Facilitate research projects in collaboration with cardiology consultants.
• Implement clinical governance and monitor compliance.

Skills

Sensitive and effective communication skills

Clear and precise written communication skills

Strong education/training skills

Education

Registered clinical scientist with the HCPC

Higher academic qualification (MSc/MBA/PhD)

IBHRE/BHRS accreditation

Job description

Employer Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site Hammersmith Hospital Town London Salary £64,156 - £71,148 pa inclusive +15% basic salary uplift. Salary period Yearly Closing 26/01/2026 23:59

Cardiac Clinical Scientist/Physiologist - Electrophysiology

Band 8a

Fulfil your potential in hospitals that make history:

Charing Cross, Hammersmith, St Mary’s, Queen Charlotte’s & Chelsea and Western Eye.

With five world-renowned hospitals, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is full of opportunity if you are looking to develop your healthcare career.

We are an NHS Trust of approximately 16,000 people, providing care for over a million and a half patients from north west London and beyond every year.

We have a rich heritage and an ambitious vision for the future of our patients and local communities.

With our partners, Imperial College London, and The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, we form Imperial College Academic Health Science Centre, one of 6 academic health science centres in the UK, working to ensure the rapid translation of research for better patient care and excellence in education.

We are proud of our heritage in innovation and we are early adopters of new insights in technologies, techniques and treatments for improving health.

Job overview

Are you an advanced and experienced EP physiologist ready to excel at one of the UK’s most prestigious NHS Trusts?

At Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, we’re dedicated to delivering world‑class healthcare through cutting‑edge research, education, and training. Now, we’re inviting skilled professionals to join our Cath Lab team and electrophysiology department.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment where your expertise can make a real difference, this is an exciting opportunity for you!

Work at the forefront of cardiac diagnostics, where you’ll handle a full spectrum of advanced electrophysiology procedures, conduction system pacing and complex devices.

With our large cardiac rhythm management program, you’ll have the chance to push boundaries in the field.

You’ll be based at our top‑tier Hammersmith Hospital, which is equipped with state‑of‑the‑art cath labs. In this stimulating environment, you’ll find opportunities for professional development, to advance your career further.

On top of all this, we're offering an extra 15% of your basic salary as part of our recruitment and retention premium (subject to terms and conditions) To make your transition smoother, we also provide a generous relocation package.

Main duties of the job

• To manage the provision of the EP/CRM service. Providing services to both outpatients and inpatients.
• To manage the EP/CRM physiologist/clinical scientist establishment and oversee the training of junior members of staff and other healthcare professional visitors to the department.
• To facilitate / participate in research projects in collaboration with cardiology consultants within the department.
• To perform non‑routine tests where necessary.
• To ensure implementation of clinical governance, complaints, and risk management process for the service in monitoring of compliance with clinical governance standards, other Trust‑wide policies and processes and best practice requirements.
• Act as the focal point for communication for the service and ensure effective communication to all stakeholders, ensuring views and decisions are communicated both up and down the management structure.

Working for our organisation

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You’ll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person specification

Education

• IBHRE/BHRS up to date accreditation and registration
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development, including attendance of local/in‑house management courses
• Up‑to‑date local mandatory training
• Higher academic qualification (MSc/MBA/PhD/doctoral study)
• Registered clinical scientist with the HCPC
• Clinical assessment training

Experience

• >>5 years’ experience as a band 7 chief cardiac physiologist
• Previous leadership of a department/sub‑speciality area of cardiac physiology
• Line‑management responsibilities for a team of physiologists
• Strong teaching/training background for individuals undergoing accreditation
• Previously employment as band 8a department lead
• Lead on service improvement projects with demonstrable outcomes
• Development of physiologist/scientist led services
• Personal experience of performing physiologist/scientist led clinics

Skills

• Sensitive and effective communication skills
• Clear and precise written communication skills
• Strong education/training skills. Regular presenter/lead for local/in‑house meetings
• Presenter at regional or national meetings
• People‑management training

Right to work

If you need sponsorship to work in the UK, please visit the Home Office website for information on sponsorship and visa status before you fill in your application form. Due to recent changes in the UK immigration rules which affect Skilled Worker Visas, Global Business Mobility, Higher Skill Level and Increased Salary Thresholds, please ensure that you are able to meet the requirements to live and work in the UK before applying. Further information about eligibility is available on UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK

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We encourage you to reach out and have a confidential chat to discuss this role.