Job summary
1 year locum consultant position in advanced echocardiography including general Paediatric Cardiology on call.
We are looking for a consultant experienced in Paediatric Echocardiography and Cardiovascular Imaging in children. The postholder will be expected to perform, analyse and report echocardiograms for children (from newborn to teen age) with large variety of heart conditions. This includes conventional transthoracic and transoesophageal echocardiography as well as clinical application of modern echocardiographic imaging modalities such as 3D echocardiography, tissue deformation imaging.
Experience in Fetal cardiology is desirable.
The successful candidate will be expected to independently run paediatric cardiology clinics, advanced echocardiography clinics and participate in the consultant on call rota. They will join joint cardiac and surgical weekly meeting and there is the opportunity to join a large variety of educational meetings. They will run or be on volved in clinical research.
The job plan included in the Job Description provides an outline of the work program of the post. It is recognised that there will need to be some flexibility between consultants in how these duties are discharged.
Main duties of the job
This post is available for a consultant experienced in Paediatric Echocardiography and Cardiovascular Imaging in children. The postholder will be expected to perform, analyse and report echocardiograms for children (from newborn to teen age) with large variety of heart conditions. This includes conventional transthoracic and transoesophageal echocardiography as well as clinical application of modern echocardiographic imaging modalities such as 3D echocardiography, tissue deformation imaging.
The successful candidate will be expected to independently run paediatric cardiology clinic and advanced echocardiography clinic and participate in the consultant on call rota. They will join joint cardiac and surgical weekly meeting and there is the opportunity to join a large variety of educational meetings. They will run or be involved in clinical research.
Candidates must be registered with the GMC at the time of application.
Interested applicants are invited to contact Dr Beatrice Bonello (beatrice.bonello@gosh.nhs.uk) for further information.
Liaison with the GOSH cardiac services team will be facilitated by attendance at the weekly Joint Cardiac Conference, and the weekly cardiac unit Clinical Governance meeting.
GOSH is a Postgraduate Teaching Hospital. National trainees in Paediatric Cardiology, senior trainees or established specialist consultants may be attached for varying periods of time for advanced teaching.
About us
We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities. By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we'll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care.
Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive. Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women's networks; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team.
We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachments.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachments.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Always welcoming
- Always helpful
- Always expert
- Always one team
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- GMC specialist registration with a Licence to Practice (obtained by designated start date)
- MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent
- CCT/CCST in Speciality (or within 6 months at time of interview) or equivalent training and experience (eligible for CESR)
Desirable
- Higher degree - PhD, MD or equivalent
- Formal teaching qualification
- Leadership qualification
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive experience in paediatric cardiology and fetal cardiology with sufficient knowledge to counsel patients after a diagnosis of complex CHD
- Experience of teaching students and multi-disciplinary team
- Advanced skills in fetal echocardiography
- Advanced skills in congenital echocardiography
- Experience of leading in Clinical Audit processes
- Experience of clinical leadership or management
Desirable
- Published research in peer reviewed journals in relevant area
- Awareness of the importance of Clinical Governance through experience of participating in quality or safety improvement projects
- Experience of recruiting patients to clinical research trials
- Experience of working in shared care clinics and clinical networks
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- High level written and oral communication skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Presentation skills
- Understanding and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills
- Ability to work on own initiative within an ever changing environment.
Desirable
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Always welcoming
- Always helpful
- Always expert
- Always one team
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- GMC specialist registration with a Licence to Practice (obtained by designated start date)
- MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent
- CCT/CCST in Speciality (or within 6 months at time of interview) or equivalent training and experience (eligible for CESR)
Desirable
- Higher degree - PhD, MD or equivalent
- Formal teaching qualification
- Leadership qualification
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive experience in paediatric cardiology and fetal cardiology with sufficient knowledge to counsel patients after a diagnosis of complex CHD
- Experience of teaching students and multi-disciplinary team
- Advanced skills in fetal echocardiography
- Advanced skills in congenital echocardiography
- Experience of leading in Clinical Audit processes
- Experience of clinical leadership or management
Desirable
- Published research in peer reviewed journals in relevant area
- Awareness of the importance of Clinical Governance through experience of participating in quality or safety improvement projects
- Experience of recruiting patients to clinical research trials
- Experience of working in shared care clinics and clinical networks
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- High level written and oral communication skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Presentation skills
- Understanding and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills
- Ability to work on own initiative within an ever changing environment.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
