Job summary
ROYAL BROMPTON & HAREFIELD Clinical Group
Junior Clinical Fellow (SHO/ST1-2 Level) / Trust Grade in Cardiology
Available post from - November 2022
Royal Brompton & Harefield Clinical Group is the largest heart and lung centre in the UK and among the largest in Europe. We are a partnership of two specialist hospitals which are known throughout the world for their expertise, standard of care and research success.
Come and join us at a pivotal moment in Royal Brompton & Harefield's history. The only UK hospital to be ranked by Newsweek in the top 10 globally for cardiology and we have some exciting plans we want you to be part of our journey.
Applications are invited for a Junior Clinical Fellow (SHO/CT1-2level) post in cardiology to be based at the Royal Brompton Hospital for a period of 6 months in the first instance, extendable by mutual consent to up to 24 months.
The post holder will be expected to be at CT1/2 level. The successful candidate will participate in a 1:10 on-call rota (which does not include nights).
Short-listing details and interview arrangements will be communicated via email therefore please ensure you check your email account regularly following the closing date. In addition, the Trust will be chasing up references via email so please ensure you include the email addresses and contact numbers for your referees to avoid delay in the recruitment process
Main duties of the job
To work in the cardiology department and alongside other SHOs in all other specialist teams within the Heart Division. To undertake clinical work in the cardiology department. Clinical activity will include mainly inpatient care, outpatient clinics, and a quality improvement project. The junior clinical fellow will be able to attend training opportunities and educational meetings which are also offered to other junior staff in our Trust.
To provide clinical services in cardiology, in accordance with clinical and legal requirements and in keeping with the international role of the Trust.The Heart Division provides a comprehensive service for the investigation and treatment of cardiac disease. The Division is sub-divided into clinical sections with sub-speciality interests in Revascularisation, Structural Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Electrophysiology, Adult Congenital Heart Disease and Pulmonary Hypertension.
About us
As of February 2021 we merged with Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust as a first step towards our vision of creating a brand new centre that will be the global leader in the research into and treatment of heart and lung disease in patients from pre-birth to old age. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to help to shape that vision and we want you to be a part of it.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be part of the cardiology service at Royal Brompton Hospital in collaboration with medical and surgical colleagues and other departments and services. The candidate will be expected to interact with all teams and cross-cover other members of the junior cardiology teamParticipate in an on-call rota covering inpatient activity and emergency work throughout cardiology.Compatible with the above commitments, to work as a full member of the team, including ward rounds, attendance and presentation at weekly MDTs, and meetings.
Participate in new patient and follow-up consultant-led outpatient clinics.To undertake regular ward rounds to ensure effective management during the in-patient stay and early discharge of patients whenever possible.Participate in audit within the department.Participate fully in the service and training programme of the Division
Job description
Job responsibilities
To be part of the cardiology service at Royal Brompton Hospital in collaboration with medical and surgical colleagues and other departments and services. The candidate will be expected to interact with all teams and cross-cover other members of the junior cardiology teamParticipate in an on-call rota covering inpatient activity and emergency work throughout cardiology.Compatible with the above commitments, to work as a full member of the team, including ward rounds, attendance and presentation at weekly MDTs, and meetings.
Participate in new patient and follow-up consultant-led outpatient clinics.To undertake regular ward rounds to ensure effective management during the in-patient stay and early discharge of patients whenever possible.Participate in audit within the department.Participate fully in the service and training programme of the Division
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with licence to practice
- Completed equivalent of foundation year training
- Evidence of continuing professional updating
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of understanding and application of clinical care
- Participation in a recognised scheme of continuing medical education
- Commitment to pursuing a career in cardiology or related specialities
Desirable
- Must have at least 6 months experience in the UK in a substantive post or equivalent experience
- Advanced life support training
- Teaching experience of medical students and FY1/2 or similar posts
- Highly motivated and clear reasons for wanting this job
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Essential
- Sound knowledge of general medicine and cardiology
- Proficient and efficient handling medical problems
- Evidence of safe sound practical procedures
- Proven ability to work as a member of a team
- Good interpersonal and communications skills in line with the Trust's Core Behaviours
- IT skills and computer literacy
Desirable
- Willing to work at both Royal Brompton Hospital and Harefield Hospital sites and at outreach clinics.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration with licence to practice
- Completed equivalent of foundation year training
- Evidence of continuing professional updating
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of understanding and application of clinical care
- Participation in a recognised scheme of continuing medical education
- Commitment to pursuing a career in cardiology or related specialities
Desirable
- Must have at least 6 months experience in the UK in a substantive post or equivalent experience
- Advanced life support training
- Teaching experience of medical students and FY1/2 or similar posts
- Highly motivated and clear reasons for wanting this job
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Essential
- Sound knowledge of general medicine and cardiology
- Proficient and efficient handling medical problems
- Evidence of safe sound practical procedures
- Proven ability to work as a member of a team
- Good interpersonal and communications skills in line with the Trust's Core Behaviours
- IT skills and computer literacy
Desirable
- Willing to work at both Royal Brompton Hospital and Harefield Hospital sites and at outreach clinics.
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).
