Chief Echocardiographer: Sponsorship Available

Job summary

This post attracts a Recruitment & Retention Premium of 15%

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly skilled Band 7 Echocardiographer to join our internationally recognised Echo service. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a dynamic cardiac diagnostics department at a leading UK teaching and research hospital; and is ideal for an experienced echocardiographer seeking career progression within a supportive, forward-thinking and high-profile cardiac centre

Applicants must hold a BSc in Clinical Physiology (or equivalent), relevant specialist cardiac training, and recognised echo accreditation (BSE, EACVI or equivalent). Experience in advanced echo techniques, including stress, 3D and contrast imaging, is highly desirable

The department is a fully digital service equipped with state-of-the-art cardiac ultrasound systems, including Philips and GE platforms. Reporting and post-processing are supported by ISCV and TomTec, ensuring high-quality, standardised echo reporting

We deliver a comprehensive range of investigations, including transthoracic echo with 3D and GLS, stress echo (Dobutamine, Exercise and Valve), contrast /bubble studies, and TOE

You will work with a high degree of autonomy, providing advanced clinical practice while contributing to service development, quality improvement, and the training and supervision of junior staff. The department has a strong academic profile and actively encourages involvement in research, innovation and service transformation

Main duties of the job

• Act as a specialist Echocardiographer within a multidisciplinary team, working collaboratively with principal physiologists, imaging consultants, administrative staff, junior colleagues and support services to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Independently perform and interpret a broad range of diagnostic echocardiography studies, including advanced techniques such as 3D imaging and GLS, producing accurate, timely reports in line with BSE standards and Trust protocols.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of national and international guidelines to ensure ongoing clinical excellence and technical competence.
• Effectively manage and prioritise workload to meet service demands, coordinating inpatient and outpatient activity and ensuring timely completion of studies and reports.
• Contribute to the operational delivery of the service through participation in appraisal, performance review, service development and delegated supervisory or managerial responsibilities.
• Support the monitoring and management of echocardiography equipment and consumables, escalating issues as required to maintain service continuity.
• Promote a patient-focused, multidisciplinary approach and actively contribute to innovation, service improvement and the adoption of advanced echocardiography practice across the department and wider Trust

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc Clinical Physiology (Cardiology) or equivalent
• Possess Adult TTE BSE/ equivalent accreditation
• Intermediate Life Support (ILS)
• Highly developed IT skills

Desirable

• HCPC accredited
• Clinical assessment Level 7 Module
• Advanced Life Support (ALS)

Skills/ experience

Essential

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Leadership skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Skills in teaching/ training

Desirable

• Experience in Stress Echo and TOE
• Publications such as clinical case studies / abstracts
• Ability to understand financial and budgetary information
• Awareness of current NHS challenges and Long-Term Plans / Strategy which may affect he Future direction of Echocardiography
• Awareness of DM01 waiting lists

Closing Date: 25 October 2026