Job summary
The cardiology investigation unit (CIU) provides the trust with a comprehensive range of cardiology investigations (invasive and non-invasive) including:
Here at the Royal Free we don't provide a regular Pacemaker or CRTs implant but very occasionally this might happen in an emergency case, all the regular implants are done at Barnet hospital of which in future there is a possibility of spending weeks to learn and or be proficient in the implants, routine follow up device clinics on both sites.
Remote Monitoring clinics for CRMs, some brady devices and ILRs.
ILR implants and follow ups.
Internal cardiac defibrillator implantation and follow up (see first point)
Routine electrocardiography & physiologist led exercise testing, consultant lead DSE/TSE.
Ambulatory Holter Monitoring fitting and analysis, BP monitoring.
Cardiac catheterisation (PCI) within the relatively new double catheter laboratory including a 24/7 primary coronary intervention service (PPCI), providing technical support during complex invasive procedures in the Cardiac Catheter Laboratory to include diagnostic angiography, PPCIs/Elective PCIs, Pressure wires, IVUS, OCT/Coroventis/Orbital, IABP and supporting research cases.
Right/Left Heart study, Thrombectomy and EKOS

Main duties of the job

• This senior physiologist role is to support the cardiac physiology department based at Royal Free Hospital.
• To work independently (at least 2 years) in the Cardiac cath lab, taking part in the on call rota assisting with coronary angioplasty as part of the 24 hour primary coronary intervention service. With advanced imaging and complex PCI techniques.
• You will be expected to work independently, demonstrating expertise in a physiologist's role in a range of investigations carried out by the CIU. You will demonstrate a high standard of skills in diagnostic testing, interpretation, reporting and treatment in order to achieve best quality patient care.
• You will be able to carry out device follow up checks for pacemakers and be part of the inpatient device rota.
• You will also be able to cover all non-invasive cardiac testing in the Cardiology dept when needed, 12 lead ECG, Ambulatory ECG and BP monitoring and analysis, ETT.

About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
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Details
Date posted: 17 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £58,133 to £65,261 a year Per annum inclusive of HCAS
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 6 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 391-RFL-8129389
Job locations: Royal Free Hospital, Pond Street, Hampstead, NW3 2QG, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Person Specification
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential

• BSc in Clinical Cardiac Physiology / Bsc Healthcare Science or PTP or STP or equivalent extensive clinical experience to specialist level
• ILS Certification
• Minimum 2 years cath labs experience in the UK with oncall.

Desirable

• Working Towards BHRS and IBHRE
• Management/Leadership qualification experience/qualification

Experience
Essential

• Appropriate work experience in rhythm management recognition and reporting
• Able to work in a PCI lab independently as part of elective service and be part of the 24/7 oncall service
• Brady device follow up experience

Desirable

• Experience with implantable cardiac device follow up
• Independent in ETT, dobutamine/treadmill stress echo.

Skills and aptitudes
Essential

• Good understanding of cardiac anatomy and physiology
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to liaise and to develop working relationships with a multidisciplinary team
• Eager to learn and ability to study for academic qualifications

Personal Qualities & attributes
Essential

• Good verbal and written communication skills. Able to communicate complex information across professional boundaries
• Able to deal with situations under emotional/distressing circumstances, of a sensitive, embarrassing nature and occasional verbal aggression and challenging behaviour
• Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines and organise own work.

Royal Free World Class Values
Essential

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

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.

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