Job summary
We
are excited to offer the opportunity to join the Heart Team at the Yorkshire
Heart Centre, Leeds General Infirmary, as a Junior Clinical Fellow (ST1-2) in
Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery. This is a fixed term contract is a fantastic
opportunity for those seeking experience of cardiology and cardiac surgery care
at a large tertiary cardiac centre.
Please
note, that we currently have vacancies available to start immediately, if
appointed. The contract would run until August 2026.
These
posts will be tailored to meet training needs, including opportunities for
trainees to become involved in research and procedural skills. The posts would
be suitable for individuals who have completed foundation posts, or those who
wish to evolve their experience in order to prepare for higher specialty
training programmes.
The
successful applicant would be involved in audit and quality improvement
projects, including the chance to collaborate with our research teams.
Main duties of the job
The
post holder will undertake ward duties (both Cardiac Surgery and Cardiology),
supporting inpatient care on the cardiology admissions unit and the inpatient
bed base. There will be opportunities to expand training in cardiology and
cardiac surgery specific skills (e.g. cardioversion, central venous access,
temporary pacing, CCU care, cardiac catheter lab work, cardiac theatres and
imaging including echocardiography) as well as outpatient clinics. It is
intended that the duties of the posts will be tailored to the individuals
needs, taking into consideration the post holders prior experience, around
the service elements of the role.
There
will be a commitment to 1:11 full shift LST cardiology/surgery on call rota,
including long days, nights and twilights. This is fully supported by a
resident full shift HST Cardiology rota and twice daily consultant ward
rounds.
The
service is supported by a number of foundation year doctors and IMT 1-2
doctors as well as Advanced Care Practitioners.
About us
This
appointment will be based at the LGI, one of the largest and most modern
tertiary cardiac centres in the UK, serving a population of over 3 million.
There are 6 state of the art Cardiac Catheter laboratories, with over 2000 PCI
procedures, including 24/7 primary PCI, over 900 invasive
electrophysiology/cardiac ablation procedures and in excess of 700 implantable
device procedures per annum, making the Yorkshire Heart Centre one of the
highest volume units in the UK. The TAVI service is one of the largest in the
UK. The cardiac MRI service, adult congenital cardiology service, paediatric
cardiology and interventional paediatric cardiology as well as adult and
paediatric surgical services all complement each other across the same single
site. Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at
risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job
adverts are subject to this policy and we res
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process
of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As
such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right
to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do
experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please
bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if
you have any questions
Job description
Job responsibilities
We
are excited to offer the opportunity to join the Heart team at the Yorkshire
Heart Centre, in The General Infirmary at Leeds, as a Junior Clinical Fellow
in Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery.
This
is a fantastic opportunity for those desiring a sustained experience in
cardiology and / or cardiac surgery at a large modern tertiary cardiac
centre.
It
is intended that these posts can be tailored to meet training needs,
including opportunities for trainees to become involved in research, quality
improvement and procedural skills.
The
posts would be suitable for individuals who have completed foundation posts
or equivalent or wish to evolve their experience (e.g. following core medical
training) in order to prepare for higher speciality training programmes.
The
service is supported by a number of foundation doctors, internal medical and
GP trainees as well as Advanced Care Practitioners. As well as time on the
wards and on an on-call rota, this allows flexibility to tailor training,
including experience in outpatient clinics, catheter lab time, operating
theatre observation and cardiac imaging.
It
is intended that the successful applicant would be involved in audit and
quality improvement projects, including the chance to collaborate with
researchers to present and publish work.
We
will ensure that these posts receive dedicated clinical supervision with an
experienced named supervisor, portfolio review, study leave and teaching
programmes with evidence to count towards future training.
This
appointment will be based at the Yorkshire Heart Centre, Leeds General
Infirmary, one of the largest and most modern tertiary cardiac centres in the
UK, serving a population of over 3 million. There are 6 state of the art
Cardiac Catheter laboratories, with over 2000 PCI procedures, including 24/7
primary PCI, over 900 invasive electrophysiology/cardiac ablation procedures
and in excess of 700 implantable device procedures per annum, making the
Yorkshire Heart Centre one of the highest volume units in the UK. The TAVI
service is one of the largest in the UK. There are multiple tertiary services
including inherited cardiac conditions, valves, heart muscle and adult
congenital cardiology. The cardiac MRI service, adult congenital cardiology
service, paediatric cardiology and interventional paediatric cardiology as
well as adult and paediatric surgical services all complement each other
within the same site.
The
inpatient department consists of three inpatient wards (including acute
cardiology admissions and cardiac surgery), a day case interventional ward, a
catheter laboratory suite and a 10 bed CCU.
The
adult Cardiac Surgery unit has the capacity to perform approximately 1000
open heart operations per year. It has two theatres, 12 ITU beds and one
dedicated cardiac surgical ward.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We
are excited to offer the opportunity to join the Heart team at the Yorkshire
Heart Centre, in The General Infirmary at Leeds, as a Junior Clinical Fellow
in Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery.
This
is a fantastic opportunity for those desiring a sustained experience in
cardiology and / or cardiac surgery at a large modern tertiary cardiac
centre.
It
is intended that these posts can be tailored to meet training needs,
including opportunities for trainees to become involved in research, quality
improvement and procedural skills.
The
posts would be suitable for individuals who have completed foundation posts
or equivalent or wish to evolve their experience (e.g. following core medical
training) in order to prepare for higher speciality training programmes.
The
service is supported by a number of foundation doctors, internal medical and
GP trainees as well as Advanced Care Practitioners. As well as time on the
wards and on an on-call rota, this allows flexibility to tailor training,
including experience in outpatient clinics, catheter lab time, operating
theatre observation and cardiac imaging.
It
is intended that the successful applicant would be involved in audit and
quality improvement projects, including the chance to collaborate with
researchers to present and publish work.
We
will ensure that these posts receive dedicated clinical supervision with an
experienced named supervisor, portfolio review, study leave and teaching
programmes with evidence to count towards future training.
This
appointment will be based at the Yorkshire Heart Centre, Leeds General
Infirmary, one of the largest and most modern tertiary cardiac centres in the
UK, serving a population of over 3 million. There are 6 state of the art
Cardiac Catheter laboratories, with over 2000 PCI procedures, including 24/7
primary PCI, over 900 invasive electrophysiology/cardiac ablation procedures
and in excess of 700 implantable device procedures per annum, making the
Yorkshire Heart Centre one of the highest volume units in the UK. The TAVI
service is one of the largest in the UK. There are multiple tertiary services
including inherited cardiac conditions, valves, heart muscle and adult
congenital cardiology. The cardiac MRI service, adult congenital cardiology
service, paediatric cardiology and interventional paediatric cardiology as
well as adult and paediatric surgical services all complement each other
within the same site.
The
inpatient department consists of three inpatient wards (including acute
cardiology admissions and cardiac surgery), a day case interventional ward, a
catheter laboratory suite and a 10 bed CCU.
The
adult Cardiac Surgery unit has the capacity to perform approximately 1000
open heart operations per year. It has two theatres, 12 ITU beds and one
dedicated cardiac surgical ward.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration and current licence to practise at time of application
- Previous UK clinical experience
- Achievement of Foundation competencies from a UKFPO affiliated Foundation Programme or equivalent by time of appointment in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice.
Desirable
- Previous experience in medicine / cardiology.
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation
- Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organise and motivate other team members for the benefit of patients through, for example, audit and quality improvement projects
- Is able to deliver good clinical care in the face of uncertainty
- Demonstrates probity (displays honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality)
Desirable
- Interest in research, audit and / or quality improvement
- Teaching experience and / or courses
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients
Clinical Experience and Career Progression
Essential
- Evidence that career progression is consistent with personal circumstances
- Evidence of meaningful NHS experience at an appropriate level
- Demonstrates awareness of the basics of managing medical/surgical conditions, including emergencies.
- Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
- Evidence of competence in management of emergencies and in-patients through continuous work-based assessments, and portfolio evidence
- Demonstrate current ALS certification or equivalent
- Description of interest in sustained period of training in Cardiology/Cardiac Surgery
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration and current licence to practise at time of application
- Previous UK clinical experience
- Achievement of Foundation competencies from a UKFPO affiliated Foundation Programme or equivalent by time of appointment in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice.
Desirable
- Previous experience in medicine / cardiology.
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation
- Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organise and motivate other team members for the benefit of patients through, for example, audit and quality improvement projects
- Is able to deliver good clinical care in the face of uncertainty
- Demonstrates probity (displays honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality)
Desirable
- Interest in research, audit and / or quality improvement
- Teaching experience and / or courses
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients
Clinical Experience and Career Progression
Essential
- Evidence that career progression is consistent with personal circumstances
- Evidence of meaningful NHS experience at an appropriate level
- Demonstrates awareness of the basics of managing medical/surgical conditions, including emergencies.
- Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
- Evidence of competence in management of emergencies and in-patients through continuous work-based assessments, and portfolio evidence
- Demonstrate current ALS certification or equivalent
- Description of interest in sustained period of training in Cardiology/Cardiac Surgery
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).
