Trainee Echocardiographer: Sponsorship Available

The Trainee Echocardiographer will be employed for a fixed term of 18 months, during which time they will work through a programme of learning. They will be supported by the Training Co‑ordinator, but must take responsibility for their own progression through the training programme. This includes completing a mixture of work‑based competencies and assessments, alongside learning outcomes outlined in the NSHCS Curriculum Library. Trainees will also undertake the complementary academic Post Graduate Certificate in Clinical Echocardiography, and be required to prepare and complete the BSE Transthoracic Accreditation process.

The majority of training and development will take place in the Cardiac Investigations Department, with requirements to travel to the academic institution. Training will be underpinned by the knowledge and applied learning that forms part of the nationally recognised BSE accreditation programme. The post‑holder will be expected to undertake a range of scientific and clinical skills, initially under supervision, alongside compulsory training. At all times, the Trainee Echocardiographer is expected to work within standard operating policies and procedures of the department and to adhere to high standards of professionalism, health and safety, risk reduction, confidentiality, patient care, and dignity and respect for equality and diversity as set out in the NHS Constitution.

Main duties of the job

• The trainee will undertake the full training programme, progressing through the academic and practical elements of the training scheme.
• Perform and interpret specialised cardiac investigations – specifically transthoracic echocardiography.
• Assist in specialised non‑invasive diagnostic investigations – e.g., TOE, DSE.
• Carry out complex scientific and clinical roles, including those working directly with patients.
• Analyse, interpret and report on complex data and understand the clinical implications of the data.
• Communicate and interact effectively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure a positive patient experience.
• Initiate and undertake research, clinical innovations and service improvement, disseminating findings and educating healthcare science trainees and other learners in the workplace.
• Carry out an audit to continuously improve patient care and service needs.
• Assist the Clinical Service Lead and other senior members of the team in the day‑to‑day organisation and delivery of the cardiology diagnostic service.

Person Specification

• A 1st or 2:1 in Cardiac Physiology (PTP) or relevant scientific subject (e.g., Physics, Engineering, Biology, Human Biology, Sports Science) or equivalent experience and appropriate underpinning knowledge and skills in cardiology, as evidenced by appropriate voluntary registration with the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists or the Academy for Healthcare Science.
• Understanding of the role of an echocardiographer in healthcare and disease, and its application in a healthcare setting.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required to check for previous criminal convictions.

Applications from individuals seeking skilled‑worker sponsorship to work in the UK will be considered alongside all other applications.

Closing Date: 10 May 2026