Advanced Clinical Physiologist - Cardiac Device Specialist


Company:	University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Salary:	£49,387 - £56,515 per annum
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Derby, DE22 3NE
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	9 Nov 2026
Closing date:	9 Dec 2026

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Summary

A Vacancy at University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivatedBand 7 Clinical Physiologist (Cardiac Device Specialist)to join the Cardiac Physiology team atUniversity Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust (UHDB).

The successful candidate will provide specialist clinical and technical expertise in the implantation, programming, follow-up and optimisation of cardiac implantable electronic devices (CIEDs), including pacemakers, ICDs, CRT devices and implantable loop recorders. The role includes supporting device implantation procedures within the cardiac catheter laboratory, independently managing device follow-up and remote monitoring clinics, and providing expert advice on cardiac rhythm management.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the post holder will contribute to the delivery and development of a high-quality cardiac device service across UHDB, ensuring excellent patient-centred care and outcomes. As a senior member of the department, they will support service improvement initiatives, clinical governance activities and the training and development of junior staff.

This role is ideal for an experienced cardiac device specialist with advanced technical knowledge, strong clinical decision-making abilities and a commitment to delivering safe, effective and innovative cardiac rhythm management services.

The post holder will provide specialist cardiac device services across University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust (UHDB), supporting the implantation, follow-up and management of patients with cardiac implantable electronic devices (CIEDs). They will independently perform device interrogation, programming and optimisation, manage device and remote monitoring clinics, and provide expert clinical advice to patients and members of the multidisciplinary team.

Closing date of applications: 23 November 2026

Interview date: 07 December 2026

As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together

Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.

In return we will offer:

Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development

On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.

Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes

Key Facts:

We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.

We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England – an average of 2077 per week.

An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day – 3rd largest in the country.

Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.

Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.

We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.

We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.

UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.

Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB – this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AI‑generated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.

Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship

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Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).

This advert closes on Monday 23 Nov 2026

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