Job Description

We are offering an exciting opportunity to join our friendly Cardiac Investigations team at Worthing Hospital as a Healthcare Science Practitioner (Cardiology). We are looking for enthusiastic, highly motivated applicants wanting to further their training and experience in all areas of Cardiac Physiology with a view for progression and helping to shape our workforce for the future.
Main duties of the job
To assist in delivery of a high quality Cardiac Investigations service to inpatients and outpatients of University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust - Worthing Hospital.
To include:-

• Working towards becoming an independent Cardiac Physiologist/Healthcare Science Practitioner within a wide range of investigations including echocardiography, pacemaker, ICD and complex device interrogation and follow-up with supervision; training and assisting in PPM/ICD/CRT device implant procedures; assisting in all invasive investigations in the Cardiac Catheter Lab and assisting in providing comprehensive reports; Working towards leading in Exercise Tolerance Testing as well as undertaking Holter analysis and reporting
• Organising and managing own workload
• Being conversant with Cardiac Arrest protocol
• Assisting in the supervision and training of other staff and healthcare professionals where required

• Providing a role model for the Trust's values, Patient First approach, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and inclusive leadership

About us
At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme,for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop.We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Details
Date posted
12 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
31,049 to 37,796 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
279-7561176-NOV25
Job locations
St.Richard's Hospital
Spitalfield Lane
Chichester
PO1 6SE
Job description
Job responsibilities
To communicate information to staff both Medical and Non-Medical

• To communicate effectively with patients, to obtain their consent and cooperation, including patients with physical/learning disabilities, children or confused patients
• To communicate effectively with relatives of patients
• To promote a pleasant and efficient image during all dealings with internal and external organisations
• To develop good working relationships with other departments within the Trust
• To participate in the cardiac department meetings
• Liaise proactively with line manager and colleagues regarding any issues/areas of concern

Job description
Job responsibilities
To communicate information to staff both Medical and Non-Medical

• To communicate effectively with patients, to obtain their consent and cooperation, including patients with physical/learning disabilities, children or confused patients
• To communicate effectively with relatives of patients
• To promote a pleasant and efficient image during all dealings with internal and external organisations
• To develop good working relationships with other departments within the Trust
• To participate in the cardiac department meetings
• Liaise proactively with line manager and colleagues regarding any issues/areas of concern

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• BSc Healthcare Science (Cardiology) or BSc Clinical Physiology (Cardiology)

Professional Registration
Desirable

• HCPC Registration
• RCCP Registration

Skills
Essential

• Good knowledge of all Cardiac Investigations
• Ability to work to a high level of accuracy
• Ability to prioritise and manage own workload
• Excellent computer skills

Communication
Essential

• Good communication and telephone skills
• Ability to communicate well with colleagues within team environment

Personal Requirements
Essential

• Flexible approach to working
• Evidence of values aligned to those of the Trust and Department

Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.

Desirable

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• BSc Healthcare Science (Cardiology) or BSc Clinical Physiology (Cardiology)

Professional Registration
Desirable

• HCPC Registration
• RCCP Registration

Skills
Essential

• Good knowledge of all Cardiac Investigations
• Ability to work to a high level of accuracy
• Ability to prioritise and manage own workload
• Excellent computer skills

Communication
Essential

• Good communication and telephone skills
• Ability to communicate well with colleagues within team environment

Personal Requirements
Essential

• Flexible approach to working
• Evidence of values aligned to those of the Trust and Department

Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.

Desirable

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Skills Required