Job summary
Expert Cardiac Physiologist (Transthoracic Echocardiography) Band 8a

We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed, dynamic individual to join the departmental Cardiac Diagnostic Team with a keen interest in Transthoracic Echocardiography.

The applicant must currently be working as an expert independent clinical practitioner who provides clinical expertise at an expert specialist level. Candidates will be required to assist the departmental management team in providing strategic management leadership. Applicant's must have the ability to work under pressure and be able to prioritise their own workload, as well as work as part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering high quality diagnostic service and educational at both undergraduate and post graduate level.

This position offers excellent developmental opportunities and requires the individual to be a positive driver for change within cardiac diagnostic services at Wythenshawe Hospital.

Main duties of the job
Provide leadership and development for all practitioners in the Clinical physiology department within the Transthoracic Echocardiography Team.

As an expert in the field provide advice to external institutions, inclusive of primary care and all professional bodies within Cardiology.

Exercise initiative and judgement in solving problems and making decisions that affect own areas of work recognising when there is a need to refer problems to Senior Management or Consultant staff.

Independently collates complex clinical information from multiple sources to determine optimal procedure methodology

Independently selects sets-up & operates complex medical equipment as indicated for each procedure

Independently obtains analyses complex data, performs complex calculations, determines interpretation and independently compiles accurate written complex technical reports for case notes

Communicates independent interpretations of complex technical & physiological data to guide physicians throughout high risk provocative procedures

Analyses highly complex data, performs complex calculations, determines interpretation and independently compiles accurate written complex technical reports for case notes

Regularly supervises individuals working/observing in the clinical environment including visitors from other trusts and organisations.

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.

At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Details

Date posted
24 August 2026

Pay scheme
Agenda for change

Band
Band 8a

Salary
£57,528 to £64,750 a year

per annum, pro rata

Contract
Permanent

Working pattern
Full-time,

Compressed hours

Reference number
349-WTWA-8200428-RL4

Job locations
Wythenshawe Hospital

Southmoore Road

Wythenshawe

M23 9LT

United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you'll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc Clinical Physiology or qualifying equivalent qualification
• BSE Accreditation or equivalent experience or MSc equivalent professional accreditation
• Up to date ILS

Desirable

• MSc or equivalent expertise at this level
• Teaching qualification (T4T, D32)
• HCPC or AHCS Registration
• Leadership/ management qualification

Experience
Essential

• Demonstrable experience post basic experience in technical cardiology
• Experience of managing a cardiology department or an area of cardiology in a large tertiary centre including organisational and personal management
• Practical & formal teaching of Cardiac Physiologists and other HCSs
• Organisation/provision of education/training courses at a regional level
• Multi-disciplinary team work

Desirable

• Tertiary cardiac physiology practice
• Invasive cardiac physiology practice
• Participation in cardiac research

Skills

Essential

• Competent to practice a wide range of cardiac physiology diagnostics and interventions.
• Organisation of self and others
• Leadership skills
• Communication at all levels
• Ability to acquire & communicate highly complex knowledge in challenging environments
• High level analytical & judgement skill
• IT skills

Desirable

• Management skills
• Advanced IT skills, data manipulations, etc

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.

Employer details

Employer name
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address
Wythenshawe Hospital

Southmoore Road

Wythenshawe

M23 9LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website
https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:
Principal Cardiac Physiologist

Andrea Arnold

andrea.arnold@mft.nhs.uk

01612914613

Supporting documents

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Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.