Role Summary
Are you looking for the next step in your career, or looking to relocate to beautiful surroundings of rural North Devon? How about doing all this just minutes away from stunning beaches and areas of outstanding natural beauty. Royal Devon University Trust, Northern site (North Devon District Hospital, NDDH) Cardio-Respiratory department are recruiting for a highly skilled cardiac physiologist to join the cardiac physiology team.
North Devon is an area of outstanding natural beauty, with miles of golden surfing beaches and beautiful countryside. We therefore offer an excellent opportunity to develop your clinical skills whilst enhancing your quality of life.
We are a small but busy department providing a wide range of non-invasive investigations and are planning to start bradycardia pacing implant in the near future, we are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and hardworking physiologist to join the team.
About the Role
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role
The job role is to perform clinical physiology duties within the sphere of 'Cardiac Rhythm Management', acting as a physiologist / clinical scientist in this area. The post holder will provide specialist professional direction and expertise in the technical environment of the device implantation and follow-up as well as other aspects of CRM. They will act as a resource within the department to provide expert and specialist advice. NDDH is looking for a highly motivated individual to work along side our CRM lead and clinical collaegues to bring bradycardia pacing implantation to North Devon in the near future.
The successful candidate will have completed a BSc (Hons) in clinical physiology or equivalent. They will have IBHRE accreditation or at least 2 years equivalent experience at band 6 or above with further evidence of CPD focusing on cardiac rhythm management.
The successful applicant will also be able to demonstrate a proven record working to a high standard with excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills. They will be a team player and able to contribute to our multidisciplinary team, working closely with our Cardiology Consultants, specialist nurses and cardiology team members.
The department is committed to supporting the continuing professional development of our team and provides support to ensure skills are regularly updated as services develop.
If you would like to be part of our friendly and committed team, we would love to hear from you.
Please note shortlisting for this role will not take place until the 1st of October
Working Pattern: 33.5 hours per week
Interview Date: To be confirmed
For further information please contact: Sally-Anne Pester, Cardio-Respiratory HoD on 01271 322475 or spester@nhs.net
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
- Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
