Job summary
As part of our commitment to patients and delivery of a world class service for all we have created the UHCW Improvement (UHCWi) System in partnership with the Virginia Mason Institute in Seattle; this involves a structured approach to removing waste and putting the patient first using a lean management system and methodologies. Our culture and ways of working reflect and embed the practices and methodologies of UHCWi. You are expected, where identified, to attend and complete relevant training and development opportunities to support this. This may include Lean for Leaders, Advanced Lean Training, and the Human Factors Programme, amongst others. Full attendance and completion of identified courses is considered essential and a pre requisite for this post.
Main duties of the job
Specific duties include:
- 3 cardiology clinics (including chest pain clinic) per week (2 - 3 half days).
- 1 - 2 echocardiography lists per week.
- 1 cath lab list per week
- Flexible cross-cover of Cardiology SpRs for inpatient care including approximately 1 in 11 weeks as the ward registrar for the week
- When suitably experienced, participation in the cardiology registrar on-call rota with prospective cover (1 in 11 resident on call shifts).
- The successful applicant will be expected to undertake occasional teaching of medical students, including lectures where appropriate.
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare.
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.
There has never been a better time to join our team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide middle grade (registrar) medical support to the Cardiology inpatient and outpatient services at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust under the direction of the responsible Consultant Cardiologists.
This post offers an opportunity for clinical experience in general cardiology in the setting of a teaching hospital and tertiary cardiac surgical centre. The post would suit a junior doctor seeking to obtain specialist experience prior to applying for a Cardiology SPR rotation, or a middle grade doctor with cardiology experience aiming to develop their expertise in a tertiary centre towards the CESR pathway.
The weekly timetable will balance service requirements of the department with the training and experience aims of the doctor.
There are strong research links (both clinical and molecular) with the Universities of Warwick and Coventry, and also with the Departments of Clinical Pharmacology and Diabetes & Endocrinology. Professor Banerjee holds a personal chair at Coventry and Warwick Universities, and Professors Osman & Dhanjal at Warwick University.
All Specialist Registrars and Clinical Fellows have a named Educational Supervisor for support and advice with career development.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide middle grade (registrar) medical support to the Cardiology inpatient and outpatient services at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust under the direction of the responsible Consultant Cardiologists.
This post offers an opportunity for clinical experience in general cardiology in the setting of a teaching hospital and tertiary cardiac surgical centre. The post would suit a junior doctor seeking to obtain specialist experience prior to applying for a Cardiology SPR rotation, or a middle grade doctor with cardiology experience aiming to develop their expertise in a tertiary centre towards the CESR pathway.
The weekly timetable will balance service requirements of the department with the training and experience aims of the doctor.
There are strong research links (both clinical and molecular) with the Universities of Warwick and Coventry, and also with the Departments of Clinical Pharmacology and Diabetes & Endocrinology. Professor Banerjee holds a personal chair at Coventry and Warwick Universities, and Professors Osman & Dhanjal at Warwick University.
All Specialist Registrars and Clinical Fellows have a named Educational Supervisor for support and advice with career development.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Meets all Essential Criteria
Desirable
- Meets all Desirable Criteria
Experience
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Skills
Essential
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Meets all Essential Criteria
Desirable
- Meets all Desirable Criteria
Experience
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Skills
Essential
Desirable
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).
