Chief/ Highly Specialised Cardiac Physiologist

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.

This is a fixed-term post of 4 months.

Shift pattern - Office hours

We are seeking an enthusiastic highly specialized cardiac physiologist to join our team in NHSGGC South Sector, primarily based at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.

The successful candidate should have IBHRE/BHRS accreditation, or equivalent and will be expected to work as part of the wider Pacing/Implant team but also be an experienced sole practitioner.

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 Pacing service which includes both acute inpatients, Cardiology Outpatients, Theatres and an expansive service to the wider specialties provided across the South Sector.

Informal contact

Annette Hall, Cardiac Physiology Team Lead - annette.hall2@nhs.scot - 0141 347 8114

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.

This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.

Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback.

EEO statement

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.

Work‑life balance and flexible working

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.

Application instructions

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