Job summary
The 12-month TAVI Training Fellowship at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust (UHP) is aimed at senior trainees in Interventional Cardiology from the United Kingdom, and internationally, who wish to become fully independent TAVI operators. The TAVI programme at UHP is one of the largest in the country with an annual case load of 250-300 and rising. The successful TAVI programme commenced in 2008. The team comprises of 3 TAVI cardiologists and 3 TAVI surgeons supported by established TAVI nurse coordinator team. The programme at UHP is a percutaneous, minimalist approach and conscious sedation programme with over 90% of cases performed via transfemoral access. The centre uses Balloon expandable and self-expanding TAVI valves has undertaken a large number of valve-in-valve procedures. In February 2023 a mitral edge-to-edge repair programme was commenced and around 20 cases have successfully been undertaken to date using the Pascal device. The aim of the TAVI Training Fellowship is to provide comprehensive training in all aspects of TAVI : (i) Patient assessment, (ii) Procedural planning, (iii) TAVI implantation and, (iv) Post TAVI care. The post would offer flexible provision to continue PCI procedural and on-call experience.
Main duties of the job
Clinical activity:
The appointee is expected to take responsibility for all patients undergoing TAVI procedures with the support of the TAVI ANP and supervision from the TAVI consultants. The Fellow will work with the ANP to ensure that all patients under the TAVI team are reviewed on a daily basis. The TAVI fellow along with the TAVI ANP team take responsibility and participate in weekly TAVI MDT and manage well-resourced electronic TAVI data-base. The Fellow will be trained in all aspects of TAVI workup, implantation and aftercare. The post holder will receive comprehensive training in gated cardiac CT reading using dedicated software (3Mensio) to determine size and type of THV prosthesis and MDCT to assess access planning. The Fellow will be allocated two dedicated TAVI outpatient clinics a week to assess new TAVI referrals and review follow-ups under the supervision of TAVI consultants.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Person Specification for the post of TAVI training fellowship (Registrar Grade)
- This post would be suitable for a senior trainee reaching the end of (or completed) sub speciality training in PCI whose aim is to achieve full independence as a TAVI operator
- The successful candidate must have or be eligible for full GMC registration
- Essential requirements are good team working, organisation and communication skills
- Evidence of higher training in cardiology is essential and extensive experience of percutaneous intervention is a requisite
On-call commitment
Cardiology registrar on-call rota is a 1:11, full shift rota. No requirement to take part on the on-call rota but the post would provide flexibility depending on the appointees training requirements.
Education
The Fellow is expected to participate in the educational activities of the team, train the more junior members of the PCI/TAVI team and medical students attached to the firm.
Research
The department has ongoing multi-centre trials and has undertaken original research projects. The Fellow will be expected to spend at least one session a week engaging in research projects with a view to achieve publications and presentations at meetings.
Audit
The Fellow will be actively involved in audit within the directorate and report on audit projects at the local and regional audit meetings.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Person Specification for the post of TAVI training fellowship (Registrar Grade)
- This post would be suitable for a senior trainee reaching the end of (or completed) sub speciality training in PCI whose aim is to achieve full independence as a TAVI operator
- The successful candidate must have or be eligible for full GMC registration
- Essential requirements are good team working, organisation and communication skills
- Evidence of higher training in cardiology is essential and extensive experience of percutaneous intervention is a requisite
On-call commitment
Cardiology registrar on-call rota is a 1:11, full shift rota. No requirement to take part on the on-call rota but the post would provide flexibility depending on the appointees training requirements.
Education
The Fellow is expected to participate in the educational activities of the team, train the more junior members of the PCI/TAVI team and medical students attached to the firm.
Research
The department has ongoing multi-centre trials and has undertaken original research projects. The Fellow will be expected to spend at least one session a week engaging in research projects with a view to achieve publications and presentations at meetings.
Audit
The Fellow will be actively involved in audit within the directorate and report on audit projects at the local and regional audit meetings.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC full registration or eligibility
Desirable
- MD or PhD in a relevant subject
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience of general Cardiology, nearing the end of a recognised training programme in adult cardiology
- Extensive experience of coronary intervention
- Competent to manage general cardiology patients in outpatient setting
Desirable
- Have completed a recognised training programme in adult cardiology to consultant level (CCT or equivalent)
Ability Knowledge Clinical and Technical Skills
Essential
- A high degree of competence in all basic medical skills along with evidence of manual dexterity necessary to perform diagnostic and interventional procedures.
- Commitment to an understanding of the principles of audit
- An understanding of and commitment to research and evidence-based practice
Desirable
- Experience of clinical governance and attendance at research governance training courses
- Evidence of research interest and activity and successful completion of scientific projects
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC full registration or eligibility
Desirable
- MD or PhD in a relevant subject
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience of general Cardiology, nearing the end of a recognised training programme in adult cardiology
- Extensive experience of coronary intervention
- Competent to manage general cardiology patients in outpatient setting
Desirable
- Have completed a recognised training programme in adult cardiology to consultant level (CCT or equivalent)
Ability Knowledge Clinical and Technical Skills
Essential
- A high degree of competence in all basic medical skills along with evidence of manual dexterity necessary to perform diagnostic and interventional procedures.
- Commitment to an understanding of the principles of audit
- An understanding of and commitment to research and evidence-based practice
Desirable
- Experience of clinical governance and attendance at research governance training courses
- Evidence of research interest and activity and successful completion of scientific projects
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).
