Chief Cardiac Physiologist - Echocardiography

The Band 7 Chief Cardiac Physiologist will play a leading role in the provision of specialist echocardiography services within the Cardiology Department. The post-holder will be instrumental in the development and day‑to‑day delivery of both Valve Clinic and the Physiologist‑Led Stress echocardiography services. This highly specialised role involves autonomous practice in advanced echocardiography, including independent acquisition, interpretation, and reporting of complex studies. The post-holder will work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team, contributing to the assessment and management of patients with valvular heart disease and suspected coronary artery disease. You will be responsible for ensuring service quality, clinical governance, and adherence to BSE standards, as well as supervising junior physiologists and supporting service development initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide cardiac diagnostic services across Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex Hospital, specializing in echocardiography.
• Perform a range of highly specialist cardiac ultrasound investigations, measurements, and analysis.
• Interpret findings and issue final clinically diagnostic reports to a competent and highly professional standard.
• Provide assistance in the performance of cardiac investigations relevant to your specialist field.
• Assist in the supervision and training of other echocardiographers, cardiac physiologists, doctors, and students.
• Assist the lead Cardiac Physiologist in the provision, organization, and development of the department’s services, including some administrative and housekeeping tasks.
• Maintain accreditations with the relevant professional bodies/societies.

Qualifications

• Clinical Physiology BSc degree combined with appropriate technical training.
• Echocardiography accreditation (BSE or EACVI) is mandatory for this position.

Equality and Diversity

The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates.

Employment Terms

Employment is subject to a six‑month probationary period.