Job summary
We are looking to recruit an experienced Cardiac Physiologist/Clinical Scientist in Echocardiography.

The post is a fixed term 22-month contract funded as part of a research study funded through commercial partnership with Edwards. The successful candidate will assist in the development and delivery of an electronic fast track referral pathway across Cheshire and Merseyside for patients with severe aortic stenosis. The candidate will assist in the standardisation of diagnostic and triage protocols for suspected AS to support the implementation of the pathway and enhance the identification of symptomatic and asymptomatic patients with severe AS by strengthening regional collaboration across NHS partners.

The cardiac physiologist will be based at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital and will be expected to provide hands on echocardiography support and educational support across multiple hospital sites; there will be an innovative element to this post.

Main duties of the job

• Provide specialised technical expertise to the area of echocardiography.
• Provide specialised technical expertise in diagnosis of valvular heart disease, particularly aortic stenosis.
• Provide independent outreach.
• Provide direct point of communication and liaison between regional echo services and LHCH structural valve service.
• Provide close collaboration with TAVI specialist nurses and medical teams.
• Demonstrates empathy when dealing with patients in distressing conditions.
• Independently interprets results and provides factual reports for highly specialised diagnostic cardiac investigations.
• Communicates effectively and advises both clinical and non-clinical staff regarding outcomes of diagnostic investigations.
• Undertakes supervision and training for clinical staff, trainee cardiac physiologists and other allied health professionals.
• Within their designated area assists the lead physiologist in implementing departmental strategies to ensure continuing development of patient-focused services in line with activity targets and the requirements of the Directorate.
• Assists lead physiologist in monitoring and maintaining quality of services within designated section.
• Ensures that individual own level of practice is kept up to date.
• Demonstrates active participation in clinical audit and R&D activities.
• Has awareness of future implications for development of current cardiology.

About us
As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision 'to be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'.

We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine both in the hospital and out in the community.

We serve a catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics.

Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering the best care for our patients and high quality clinical services. This is underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and our encouragement of flexible working in a variety of forms.

Apply through our website for more information.

Details
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 8a
Salary: £57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 22 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Closing date: 01 November 2026

Essential qualifications

• ONC BTEC MPPM or Equivalent
• HNC HTEC MPPM or Equivalent
• BSc Clinical Physiology
• AHCS registration
• BSE accreditation or equivalent

Desirable qualifications

• ILS/ALS

Essential knowledge and experience

• Evidence of on-going personal development
• Proven experience and expert knowledge in Echocardiography
• Competent to perform a full range of echocardiographic procedures
• Evidence of prior management responsibilities
• Importance of confidentiality
• Health and Safety

Desirable knowledge and experience

• NHS management training/experience in recruitment, disciplinary procedures, sickness absence etc
• Personal development in areas of Leadership

Essential skills and abilities

• Demonstrate the ability to work in highly demanding environment.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Excellent team working skills
• Ability to organise work rotas

Essential values

• Dynamic
• Enthusiastic
• Team Worker
• Leader
• Flexibility
• Excellent communicator
• Patient Focused

Contact
For questions about the job, contact Clare Culshaw, Echocardiography manager, at Clare.Culshaw@lhch.nhs.uk or 01516001714.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.