Job Title: Locum Cardiac Physiologist
Location: London
Contract Type: Locum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Pay: £45.00 per hour
Job Summary:
IMC Locums are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Locum Cardiac Physiologist to support our Cardiology service in London. The postholder will perform a wide range of complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures independently, including echocardiography, exercise tolerance testing, and device follow-up. The role requires autonomous practice, specialist knowledge, and clinical leadership within cardiac investigations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct and interpret exercise tolerance tests (ETTs), Holter monitoring, and 12-lead ECGs.
- Carry out pacemaker and ICD checks (follow-up and reprogramming as required).
- Support the implantation and follow-up of cardiac rhythm management (CRM) devices.
- Assist in the delivery of specialist cardiac clinics (e.g., valve, heart failure, inherited cardiac conditions).
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all investigations using relevant IT systems.
- Provide mentorship and supervision to junior staff and students.
- Ensure all work complies with relevant governance, safety, and infection control policies.
- Participate in audit, quality assurance, and service development initiatives.
Essential Criteria:
- BSc Clinical Physiology (Cardiology) or equivalent relevant qualification.
- Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in cardiac physiology.
- Competency in echocardiography and device follow-up.
- RCCP or AHCS registration (or eligible for registration).
- Strong communication, clinical reasoning, and leadership skills.
- Able to work autonomously and manage a busy caseload.
- Right to work in the UK and enhanced DBS clearance.
