Highly Specialised CRM Cardiac Physiologist

Job overview

Are you a dedicated and experienced Cardiac Physiologist with a passion for providing exceptional care in cardiac rhythm management? Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust is looking for a Highly Specialist Cardiac Physiologist in CRM to join our dynamic and supportive team. Whether you are looking to take the next step in your career or are already established at this level but seeking a fresh challenge, this is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in an innovative and supportive environment.

Why Join Us?

We are embarking on an exciting phase at SFT:

• New Leadership: A new CRM Lead Consultant and CRM Lead Cardiac Physiologist are in place, driving service innovation and clinical excellence.
• Programme Expansion: We have a Conduction System Pacing programme and are expanding our remote monitoring service to encompass all our patients in the coming years.
• New Facilities: Recently relocated to a larger, refurbished Cardiac Investigation Unit, featuring new clinic rooms, admin spaces, and staff areas.
• Commitment to Development: A strong track record in supporting professional development, including exams, academic study, and representation at national and regional meetings.

Main duties of the job

As a key member of our Cardiology Department, you will be responsible for delivering expert care in cardiac rhythm management, including device implantation, programming, and follow-up. Your work will contribute to the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care in a modern and forward-thinking environment.

• CRM Device Management: Independently following up all CRM devices (including remote monitoring). Reprogramming devices in line with national and local guidelines. Supporting implantation of pacemakers, ICDs (including S-ICDs), CRT devices, and Conduction System Pacing.
• Independently following up all CRM devices (including remote monitoring).
• Reprogramming devices in line with national and local guidelines.
• Supporting implantation of pacemakers, ICDs (including S-ICDs), CRT devices, and Conduction System Pacing.
• Service Development & Leadership: Supporting the CRM Lead Cardiac Physiologist with service development and daily operations, including stock management, data entry/submission, and manufacturer advisories. Providing training to junior team members and the wider MDT.
• Supporting the CRM Lead Cardiac Physiologist with service development and daily operations, including stock management, data entry/submission, and manufacturer advisories.
• Providing training to junior team members and the wider MDT.
• Coronary Angiography & Intervention: Participating in procedures, including a Primary PCI service during normal hours and pacemaker implantation.
• Participating in procedures, including a Primary PCI service during normal hours and pacemaker implantation.
• Non-Invasive Cardiac Testing: Contributing to exercise testing (including alongside radiology for perfusion scanning), ambulatory monitoring, and ECG services.
• Contributing to exercise testing (including alongside radiology for perfusion scanning), ambulatory monitoring, and ECG services.
• Professional Development: Managing your own learning and staying up to date with emerging evidence and national guidance, with full support from the Trust.
• Managing your own learning and staying up to date with emerging evidence and national guidance, with full support from the Trust.

If you are ready to advance your career in a role that combines clinical expertise with a balanced working life, we would love to hear from you!

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

What We Offer:

• Balanced Work Pattern: A 4-day week with every 4th week being a 5-day week.
• Development Opportunities: Support for continuing professional development, academic study, and national representation.
• A Beautiful Location: Work in the historic and picturesque city of Salisbury, with easy access to the New Forest and the coast.

About You

To thrive in this role, you will need to be:

• Fully Qualified and Accredited: BHRS (British Heart Rhythm Society) and IBHRE (International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners) accreditation is essential.
• Highly Experienced in CRM: Demonstrable expertise in device implantation, follow-up, and troubleshooting.
• Committed to Excellence: Passionate about delivering the highest standards of care to our patients.
• Team-Oriented: A collaborative professional who works well within a multidisciplinary team.

Apply now and be part of an exceptional team dedicated to making a difference in cardiac care.