Trainee Clinical Physiologist - Cardiology

Nhsayrshireandarran; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK healthcare provider is seeking a trainee band 5 Cardiac physiologist for an exciting opportunity in Glasgow. This role involves working in an efficient Cardiac Physiology department, providing both inpatient and outpatient services. Candidates will undergo a comprehensive training program over 3-4 years aimed at achieving AHCS status. We're looking for caring individuals who are motivated to advance their healthcare careers, with previous experience in Cardiology being a plus. This is a full-time position with a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Flexible working options

Supportive training environment

Qualifications

• Previous healthcare experience in Cardiology is preferable but not essential.
• Must be willing to follow an intense training plan over 3-4 years.
• Caring and motivated individuals seeking a career within the NHS.

Responsibilities

• Work within a motivated Cardiac Physiology department.
• Provide inpatient and outpatient cardiac services.
• Achieve national guidelines to obtain AHCS status.

Skills

Healthcare experience in Cardiology

Commitment to training

Teamwork

Education

No specific degree required

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

The shift pattern for this post is - Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:00 / 09:00 - 16:30.

This is an exciting opportunity for a trainee band 5 Cardiac physiologist to work within an efficient and motivated Cardiac Physiology department in Greater Glasgow and Clyde. The role is based within Glasgow Royal Infirmary and Stobhill hospital covering both inpatient and outpatient cardiac services.

This post involves an intense supported training plan with education provided internally and externally on all aspects of cardiology required to meet national guidelines to achieve AHCS status.

The training post is over 3-4 years depending on level of achievement during the course of the learning and will require a level of commitment to the training pathway supported by National Education Scotland and mentoring provided by senior physiologists within the department.

This is an exciting opportunity for any current healthcare worker who wishes to advance their career and also for any caring and motivated individual looking for a career within the NHS. Previous healthcare experience in Cardiology is preferable but not essential.

Informal contact: Cardiac Physiology Manager, Pamela Turnbull, 0141 2118428, [e-mail]

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates.

An important update: As from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full‑time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro‑rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.

NHSGGC-NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.

NHSGGC recognise 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 the tenure is listed as 'various', we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements and this will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

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