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Pay
£50,861 - £59,159 a year
Job type
Permanent
Location
1345 Govan Road, Glasgow G51 4TF
Full job description
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
The shift pattern for this post is: Monday - Thursday 09:00- 17:00, Friday 08:30 - 16:00.
We are seeking an enthusiastic highly specialised cardiac physiologist to join our team in NHSGGC South Sector, primarily based at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.
The successful candidate should have BSc Clinical Physiology from AHCS/RCCP approved educational provider; or equivalent qualification and experience as approved by either body & Masters level professional accreditation in adult transthoracic echocardiography (or working towards).
NHSGGC serves the largest catchment population in Scotland, with South Sector hospitals serving more than half of this. The QEUH is the biggest acute hospital in the country.
There is a well-established progressive echocardiography service which includes both acute inpatients, Cardiology Outpatients and an expansive service to the wider specialties provided across the South Sector.
In addition, QEUH participates in several GGC-wide Physiologist-led GP direct access services (including the investigation of murmurs, palpitations and heart failure). The physiologist provide echo support to the complex echo clinics based at QEUH, Maternity and WGACH. Specialist training will be provided.
Participation in the growing research echo service will be expected, support will be given for the successful candidate if required.
The devices service provides routine pacemaker follow up, complex device follow up, including CRT and HIS Bundle follow up and an extensive remote follow up service covering all major manufacturers. The department provides a Physiology Led Implantable Loop Service with follow up of syncope service patients for the wider Glasgow area.
There is a specialist syncope service and the usual repertoire of resting and ambulatory ECG and BP and exercise testing.
NHSGGC has a very active Managed Clinical Network for Heart Disease which provides a platform for South Sector Physiologists to lead or participate in wider service developments. There is also good clinician engagement in the development of extended scope roles for Physiologists
Informal contact: Catherine Vaughan, [email protected], 0141XXXXXX
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
As from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro-rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.
NHSGGC-NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
NHSGGC recognise the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and the tenure is listed as 'various', we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements and this will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
Relevant HR policies on our HR connect site.
Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.
For application portal/log-in issues, please contact Jobtrain support hub in the first instance.
Master's degree
Bachelor's degree
Do you have a Master's degree?
Job details
Here’s how the job details align with your profile.
Pay
£50,861 - £59,159 a year
Job type
Permanent
Location
1345 Govan Road, Glasgow G51 4TF
Full job description
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
The shift pattern for this post is: Monday - Thursday 09:00- 17:00, Friday 08:30 - 16:00.
We are seeking an enthusiastic highly specialised cardiac physiologist to join our team in NHSGGC South Sector, primarily based at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.
The successful candidate should have BSc Clinical Physiology from AHCS/RCCP approved educational provider; or equivalent qualification and experience as approved by either body & Masters level professional accreditation in adult transthoracic echocardiography (or working towards).
NHSGGC serves the largest catchment population in Scotland, with South Sector hospitals serving more than half of this. The QEUH is the biggest acute hospital in the country.
There is a well-established progressive echocardiography service which includes both acute inpatients, Cardiology Outpatients and an expansive service to the wider specialties provided across the South Sector.
In addition, QEUH participates in several GGC-wide Physiologist-led GP direct access services (including the investigation of murmurs, palpitations and heart failure). The physiologist provide echo support to the complex echo clinics based at QEUH, Maternity and WGACH. Specialist training will be provided.
Participation in the growing research echo service will be expected, support will be given for the successful candidate if required.
The devices service provides routine pacemaker follow up, complex device follow up, including CRT and HIS Bundle follow up and an extensive remote follow up service covering all major manufacturers. The department provides a Physiology Led Implantable Loop Service with follow up of syncope service patients for the wider Glasgow area.
There is a specialist syncope service and the usual repertoire of resting and ambulatory ECG and BP and exercise testing.
NHSGGC has a very active Managed Clinical Network for Heart Disease which provides a platform for South Sector Physiologists to lead or participate in wider service developments. There is also good clinician engagement in the development of extended scope roles for Physiologists
Informal contact: Catherine Vaughan, [email protected], 0141XXXXXX
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
As from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro-rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.
NHSGGC-NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
NHSGGC recognise the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and the tenure is listed as 'various', we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements and this will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
Relevant HR policies on our HR connect site.
Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.
For application portal/log-in issues, please contact Jobtrain support hub in the first instance.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Highly Specialised Cardiac Physiologist - Cardiac Physiology position is now open for candidates interested in the Health Jobs sector. This role in Glasgow offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Health Jobs is a plus.
