Locum Cath Lab Cardiac Physiologist
Location: London
Contract Type: Locum (Full-time or Part-time)
Duration: 3–6 months (with potential extension)
Pay Rate: £50 – £55 per hour (depending on experience and banding)
Start Date: ASAP or negotiable
Job Advert:
🫀 Locum Cath Lab Cardiac Physiologist – London
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Cath Lab Cardiac Physiologist to join a dynamic cardiology team in London. This is an excellent locum opportunity in a busy NHS trust (or private hospital), offering flexible hours, competitive rates, and hands-on involvement in a variety of interventional cardiac procedures.
Whether you’re looking for full-time or part-time locum work, this role provides excellent professional exposure in a modern cardiac catheterisation laboratory.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide specialist cardiac physiology support during diagnostic and interventional procedures, including:
Coronary angiograms and angioplasty (PCI)
Permanent pacemaker and ICD/CRT implantations
Electrophysiology (EP) studies and ablations (if applicable)
Pressure wire, IVUS, FFR, OCT (experience preferred)
Operate haemodynamic monitoring systems and support scrub and nursing staff.
Perform and document accurate physiological measurements.
Collaborate with cardiologists and multidisciplinary staff to deliver high-quality patient care.
Maintain equipment, ensure adherence to safety protocols, and support audit processes.
Requirements:
BSc in Clinical Physiology (Cardiology) or equivalent.
Minimum 12 months’ experience working in a UK-based Cath Lab.
RCCP or AHCS registration (or working towards).
Confident in using modern Cath Lab systems (Philips, Siemens, GE, etc.).
Strong team-working, clinical, and communication skills.
Desirable:
IBHRE or BHRS accreditation.
Experience with EP procedures and advanced device implants.
NHS or private hospital experience in the UK preferred.
