Job Title: Cardiac Physiologist / Echocardiographer
Location: Kingston-upon-Thames
Sector: Private Healthcare
Employment Type: Part-time (22.5 hours per week) / Permanent

Overview:
We are supporting our client, a prestigious private hospital in Kingston-upon-Thames, in their search for an experienced and dynamic Cardiac Physiologist / Echocardiographer. This role is vital in the ongoing development and delivery of a high-quality Cardiac Investigations Service, with a strong emphasis on clinical excellence, service expansion, and cross-organisational collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality diagnostic cardiac investigations, including ECGs, Echocardiography, Holter Monitoring (ECG and BP), and Exercise Treadmill Testing.
• Perform Pacing Checks and Implantable Loop Recorder analysis (desirable).
• Support the Imaging Manager in the development and implementation of cardiac policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and clinical audit programmes.
• Actively contribute to departmental quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Form and maintain strong relationships with local GP practices, providing education on the cardiac service offering and referral pathways.
• Play a key role in the growth and strategic development of the Cardiac Investigations Service.
• Provide mentorship to junior staff and contribute to leadership activities where required.

• Recognised qualification in Cardiac Physiology.
• Accreditation with the British Society of Echocardiography (or equivalent professional body).
• Minimum of 5 years post-graduate experience in a similar role.
• Proficient in key diagnostic techniques including ECG, Echocardiography, and Holter Monitoring.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively across all levels of the organisation.
• Competent in developing clinical documentation such as policies and SOPs.

• Experience in performing Pacing Checks, Exercise Treadmill Testing, and Implantable Loop Recorder assessments.
• Previous experience in a leadership or management role.
• Membership in additional professional bodies (e.g., BHRS) or possession of post-graduate certification.

• Opportunity to work within a forward-thinking, patient-centred private hospital.
• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment.
• Professional development and ongoing training opportunities.
• Competitive remuneration package.