Cardiographer

The closing date is 23rd Jun 2026

Job summary

Provision of ECG based diagnostic investigations to meet the needs of the patient and service in line with the Trust ethos of Kindness, Respect, Teamwork, Everyone, Everyday. Working in an enthusiastic and friendly team to support patients undergoing non-invasive cardiac diagnostics. There is opportunity for development within this role.

Main duties, tasks & skills required

The post holder will support the day-to-day work of the non-invasive diagnostic services on a rotation basis. This will include;

Provide an ECG service for outpatient clinics and wards.

Participate in the delivery of the ambulatory monitoring service for ECG and BP.

Provision of reports for ambulatory monitoring.

Participation in audit and research projects.

Support the provision of the tilt test and treadmill exercise test service alongside a physiologist.

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

The post holder will support the day-to-day work of the non-invasive diagnostic services on a rotation basis. This will include

Provide an ECG service for outpatient clinics and wards

Participate in the delivery of the ambulatory monitoring service for ECG and BP.

Provision of reports for ambulatory monitoring.

Participation in audit and research projects.

Support the provision of the tilt test and treadmill exercise test service alongside a physiologist

Support for students, other team members and members of the wider MDT will be expected. This will include patient care, provision of service and training.

Candidates will be expected to work towards SCST accreditation, support and training will be provided.

There will be a need for the successful candidate to work at Taunton Diagnostic Centre as well as Musgrove Park Hospital site on a rotational basis.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

GCSE English and Maths

Desirable

SCST accreditation

Experience

Essential

Good interpersonal skills

Desirable

Experience as a cardiographer

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

For help with your application, contact

Sarah Pollard

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07879866920

Pay scheme

Agenda for Change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25760.00 to £27476.00 Yearly

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-Time

Reference number

184-OL-OR-5087

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

Taunton Diagnostic Centre

Blackbrook Park Ave

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 2PX