Job summary
The Cardiology Department prides itself on being innovative, dynamic and aims to deliver the highest standards of cardiac care to patients. The department has four Cardiac Catheter Laboratories and three Cardiac Departments across the Trust; there are currently 18 full time Consultant Cardiologists within the Trust. The post holder will be part of the senior Cardiology team, ensuring that the highest standards of care, in accordance with the National Service Framework for cardiology and relevant NICE guidance are provided to patients. The Trust offers a 24/7 primary PCO service on behalf of Kent and Medway residents with approximately 750 pPCIs per year. We offer relocation expenses for permanent staff, 27-33days' annual leave (dependant on experience at the grade) and active support for study, quality improvement and patient safety work as part of our 'We care' improvement journey, and medical education and research.
Main duties of the job
A job plan will be agreed with the successful applicant working Monday to Friday initially, until the applicant is judged to work independently out of hours on a 24/7 basis. Most middle grades are on 12 Pas within a few months. The post holder takes part in the on-call cardiology rota
The job plan will include ward rounds, referrals and management of the emergency and elective patient pathway at William Harvey Hospital. Training in echocardiography (including gaining BSE accreditation) is a priority for any middle grades who are not judged to be already independent at echo. Training in cardiac investigations (invasive and non-invasive) is available to all and sub-speciality training in EP/devices or imaging may be available to appropriately qualified candidates within the overall training program for the middle grade team. Outpatient clinics are mostly phone clinics currently; but training and clinics may be located at other EKHUFT sites.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 700,000.We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway.
We're on an exciting journey of transformation. With a new Medical School at the centre of our community, a focus on research, clinical leadership and making our trust a rewarding and friendly place to work, there's never been a better time to join us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a fixed term post for 12 months initially (with a view to turn into a substantive permanent post for the suitable candidate) within the expanding Cardiology Department which prides itself on being innovative and dynamic.
The post holder will be part of the Cardiology team, ensuring that the highest standards of care, in accordance with the National Service Framework for Cardiology and relevant NICE guidance are provided for our patients. All patients admitted to the CCU and Bartholomew Unit are under the care of a Consultant Cardiologists. Daily ward rounds are established. The 3 cardiac laboratories provide PCI (including a busy pPCI service), angiography, pacing, including complex devices (Bi-Ventricular pacemakers and ICDs) electrophysiology and ablation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a fixed term post for 12 months initially (with a view to turn into a substantive permanent post for the suitable candidate) within the expanding Cardiology Department which prides itself on being innovative and dynamic.
The post holder will be part of the Cardiology team, ensuring that the highest standards of care, in accordance with the National Service Framework for Cardiology and relevant NICE guidance are provided for our patients. All patients admitted to the CCU and Bartholomew Unit are under the care of a Consultant Cardiologists. Daily ward rounds are established. The 3 cardiac laboratories provide PCI (including a busy pPCI service), angiography, pacing, including complex devices (Bi-Ventricular pacemakers and ICDs) electrophysiology and ablation.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- Minimum of English Level 2 (GCSE grade C of equivalent), IELTS, or graduate of a UK Medical School.
- Full MRCP
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Shall have completed at least four years postgraduate training, at least two of which will be in a relevant training programme or shall have equivalent experience and competencies with a minimum of 12 months in Cardiology
Desirable
- Subspeciality skills (eg echo/angio/PCI/pacing)
- Experience in acute unselected medical take and elderly care.
cultural /team/personal influences on safety Reassuringly professional.
Essential
- Consistently safe and aware of cultural /team/personal influences on safety Reassuringly professional.
- Listens and communicates clearly.
- Understands the role of audit and adverse incident reporting
Desirable
- Previous experience of audit/service improvement projects/complaint management
Personal/professional attributes (1)
Essential
- Honest Respects people and their dignity.
- Works as a team
- Takes responsibility
- Is a leader
- Delivers the best outcomes
- Appreciates good work
- Escalates concerns appropriately Upholds and models the Trust values
Personal/professional attributes (2)
Essential
- Shows potential to develop a high-level career in cardiology; commitment to CPD and lifelong learning Works to improve themselves/services.
Desirable
- Formal teaching experience
Other requirements
Essential
- Most roles require an on-call commitment and travel across sites. Candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to travel effectively between sites.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- Minimum of English Level 2 (GCSE grade C of equivalent), IELTS, or graduate of a UK Medical School.
- Full MRCP
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Shall have completed at least four years postgraduate training, at least two of which will be in a relevant training programme or shall have equivalent experience and competencies with a minimum of 12 months in Cardiology
Desirable
- Subspeciality skills (eg echo/angio/PCI/pacing)
- Experience in acute unselected medical take and elderly care.
cultural /team/personal influences on safety Reassuringly professional.
Essential
- Consistently safe and aware of cultural /team/personal influences on safety Reassuringly professional.
- Listens and communicates clearly.
- Understands the role of audit and adverse incident reporting
Desirable
- Previous experience of audit/service improvement projects/complaint management
Personal/professional attributes (1)
Essential
- Honest Respects people and their dignity.
- Works as a team
- Takes responsibility
- Is a leader
- Delivers the best outcomes
- Appreciates good work
- Escalates concerns appropriately Upholds and models the Trust values
Personal/professional attributes (2)
Essential
- Shows potential to develop a high-level career in cardiology; commitment to CPD and lifelong learning Works to improve themselves/services.
Desirable
- Formal teaching experience
Other requirements
Essential
- Most roles require an on-call commitment and travel across sites. Candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to travel effectively between sites.
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).
