Devices Cardiologist
Location: Derbyshire
Job Type: Locum
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 3 months with possible extension
Pay Rate: £50-£55.00 an hour
Hours: Full or part time
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Locum Devices Cardiologist to support the Cardiology Department in Derbyshire. The post-holder will focus on the management of patients with implantable cardiac devices, including follow-up clinics, device interrogation, and involvement in implantation procedures where appropriate.
This is an excellent opportunity to work with a dynamic cardiology team in a busy, well-equipped tertiary (or district general) hospital, delivering high-quality care to patients requiring cardiac rhythm management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct outpatient clinics for device follow-up and troubleshooting (pacemakers, ICDs, CRT-P/CRT-D).
- Participate in or supervise device implantation and replacement procedures, depending on local policy and experience.
- Interpret remote device monitoring data and act on clinical findings.
- Provide specialist advice on complex device programming and arrhythmia management.
- Liaise with EP consultants, device physiologists, and heart failure teams.
- Participate in MDTs and contribute to patient management decisions.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in patient records.
- Participate in on-call rota (if applicable).
Essential Requirements:
- Full GMC registration with a license to practise.
- CCT in Cardiology (or equivalent training and experience).
- Subspecialty expertise in Cardiac Devices / Electrophysiology.
- Demonstrated competence in device implantation and/or device clinic management.
- Up-to-date training in Advanced Life Support (ALS).
- Right to work in the UK.
Desirable:
- Accreditation in EHRA or IBHRE (device/EP certification).
- NHS experience.
- Experience with remote monitoring platforms (e.g., Medtronic CareLink, Merlin, Biotronik Home Monitoring).
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly rate.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Weekly payroll.
- Support with compliance and onboarding.
- Accommodation assistance (if required).
