Job summary
The appointment is for a fixed term period of 12 months. Cardiology Specialist Training in Coronary Intervention is essential. The post does not award a National Training Number. As this post is not recognised as a 'training post', full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise is required, and if the appointee does not hold right of residence in the UK sponsorship will be required. The duties of this post are appropriate to ST7 equivalent or post-CCT Cardiology Specialist Trainee in PCI.
Main duties of the job
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
About us
PROUD VALUES AND BEHAVIOURS
These are the values that all staff at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are expected to demonstrate in all that they do.
Patients First - Ensure that the people we serve are at the heart of what we do
Respectful - Be kind, respectful, fair and value diversity
Ownership - Celebrate our successes, learn continuously and ensure we improve
Unity - Work in partnership with others
Deliver - Be efficient, effective and accountable for our actions
The Trust have developed a PROUD Behaviours framework which details specific behaviours we expect to see and do not expect to see, aligned to each of the five PROUD Values.
For further details of our services and organisational structure, including our Board of Directors, and our future plans please visit:
www.sth.nhs.uk/about-us
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
The post holder will gain experience as a high-volume operator in complex PCI with full involvement in the CTO service using the full hybrid algorithm.
The successful candidate will also undertake 1 out-patient clinic per week with an emphasis on PCI and cardio-renal disease. It is anticipated that this will advance our cardio-renal network.
The clinical fellow will be a very valuable addition to our clinical and research team and facilitate advancement of research.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
The post holder will gain experience as a high-volume operator in complex PCI with full involvement in the CTO service using the full hybrid algorithm.
The successful candidate will also undertake 1 out-patient clinic per week with an emphasis on PCI and cardio-renal disease. It is anticipated that this will advance our cardio-renal network.
The clinical fellow will be a very valuable addition to our clinical and research team and facilitate advancement of research.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise
- MB ChB or equivalent
- MRCP or equivalent
Desirable
- Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of interview
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Broad Training in general Cardiology
- Independent Angiogram operator with at least 300 cases
- 2nd Operator PCI experience - 50-100 cases
- 1st Operator PCI experience - 50-100 cases
- ST 7 equivalent or Post CCT.
Desirable
- Exposure to complex PCI as a 1st Operator
- Experience in research and publication in cardiology especially intervention
- Resource management and committee work
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate.
- Basic understanding of research methods and statistics.
Desirable
- Publications in Peer reviewed journals.
- MD/PhD.
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors
Continous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values
- The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC good medical practice (2013).
- Good time management skills
- Good oral communication skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise
- MB ChB or equivalent
- MRCP or equivalent
Desirable
- Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of interview
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Broad Training in general Cardiology
- Independent Angiogram operator with at least 300 cases
- 2nd Operator PCI experience - 50-100 cases
- 1st Operator PCI experience - 50-100 cases
- ST 7 equivalent or Post CCT.
Desirable
- Exposure to complex PCI as a 1st Operator
- Experience in research and publication in cardiology especially intervention
- Resource management and committee work
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate.
- Basic understanding of research methods and statistics.
Desirable
- Publications in Peer reviewed journals.
- MD/PhD.
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors
Continous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values
- The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC good medical practice (2013).
- Good time management skills
- Good oral communication skills
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
