Job summary
Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital is looking to appoint a Consultant Cardiac Surgeon in to a substantive post; the appointed individual will have an off-pump sub-specialist skillset and be expected to work within a dynamic group of surgeons who deliver a comprehensive breadth of cardiac surgical activity with numerous sub-specialist areas of interest. Opportunities to expand surgical repertoire will be available in the future aligned to Trust objectives.
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity to join Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, rated Outstanding by the CQC in 2016 and 2019. The hospital is one of the largest stand-alone trusts of its kind in the UK providing specialist cardiothoracic services for the North West of England (2.8 million pop.) with 16 cardiac surgeons delivering around 2,000 cases per year, through 8 operating theatres and a large critical care area with 30 beds. The Trust is committed to supporting all service lines through strategies for research, innovation and quality improvement.
Applicants should hold full GMC registration in accordance with current Home Office Guidelines.
About us
As the largest
single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool
Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision 'to
be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'.
We provide specialist
services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine both in
the hospital and out in the community.
We serve a
catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North
Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside
these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics.
Our reputation for
strong performance is important in delivering the best
care for our patients and high quality clinical services. This is
underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate
and our encouragement of flexible working in a variety of forms.
Please visit our website - https://www.lhch.nhs.uk/
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Plan (pending Royal College Approval)
The job is intended to be a full time (12.25 PA)
post in general cardiac surgery at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital. An off
pump coronary artery surgical practice is desired alongside the potential for further
sub-specialty development in line with future advances and requirements of the
Trust.
The draft job plan is outlined under the terms and
conditions section. On-call for Cardiac Surgery is a 1 in 10 rota with a category
B frequency payment.
The successful candidate will have full secretarial
support, a personal computer and office accommodation in line with other
consultants in the unit.
There is a significant commitment to audit and a
training commitment towards the junior doctors in cardiac surgical training
The trust supports the annual appraisal process and
routine GMC revalidation for all consultants and all consultants undergo an
annual job plan. The appointee will be
expected to work flexibly based on the needs of the Surgical Division and the
Trust. The workload will be driven by
the job planning process and be reviewed and changed appropriate to the
requirements of the Trust by the Surgical Clinical Lead with the Divisional
Head of Operations with ratification by the Medical Director. It should be noted that full mentorship /
preceptorship will be provided to the successful candidate.
The Trust supports the requirements for continuing
professional development (CPD) as laid down by the GMC and surgical colleges
and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities.
For full details regarding this post, please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. Please note this is pendingRoyal College approval, and subject to changes.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Plan (pending Royal College Approval)
The job is intended to be a full time (12.25 PA)
post in general cardiac surgery at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital. An off
pump coronary artery surgical practice is desired alongside the potential for further
sub-specialty development in line with future advances and requirements of the
Trust.
The draft job plan is outlined under the terms and
conditions section. On-call for Cardiac Surgery is a 1 in 10 rota with a category
B frequency payment.
The successful candidate will have full secretarial
support, a personal computer and office accommodation in line with other
consultants in the unit.
There is a significant commitment to audit and a
training commitment towards the junior doctors in cardiac surgical training
The trust supports the annual appraisal process and
routine GMC revalidation for all consultants and all consultants undergo an
annual job plan. The appointee will be
expected to work flexibly based on the needs of the Surgical Division and the
Trust. The workload will be driven by
the job planning process and be reviewed and changed appropriate to the
requirements of the Trust by the Surgical Clinical Lead with the Divisional
Head of Operations with ratification by the Medical Director. It should be noted that full mentorship /
preceptorship will be provided to the successful candidate.
The Trust supports the requirements for continuing
professional development (CPD) as laid down by the GMC and surgical colleges
and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities.
For full details regarding this post, please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. Please note this is pendingRoyal College approval, and subject to changes.
Person Specification
Management and Administrative Experience
Essential
- Ability to organise and manage outpatient priorities, surgical waiting lists and operating lists.
- Ability to manage and lead a surgical firm.
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via:
- -CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview) or
- -CESR or European Community Rights
- An appropriate higher Cardiothoracic Specialist surgical qualification
Desirable
- Postgraduate degree (eg MSc, MD, PhD).
Teaching Experience
Essential
- Experience of teaching at Postgraduate level.
- Ability to teach clinical and operative skills.
- Attendance of Training the Trainer Course.
Desirable
- Experience of teaching basic clinical skills to undergraduates.
- Experience of supervising SPRs
Audit and Research Experience
Essential
- Experience of audit management
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical and surgical problems.
- Peer reviewed publications.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work in a team and engage in innovation.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Enquiring, critical approach to work.
- Caring attitude to patients.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies.
- Commitment to Continuing Medical Education.
Experience
Essential
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCST in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
- Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems in cardiac for emergency and elective situations.
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients.
Desirable
- Sub-specialty interest and experience in off-pump and multi-arterial coronary artery revascularisation.
- A willingness to develop clinical skills and lead innovation in line with future cardiac surgical unit advances.
Person Specification
Management and Administrative Experience
Essential
- Ability to organise and manage outpatient priorities, surgical waiting lists and operating lists.
- Ability to manage and lead a surgical firm.
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via:
- -CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview) or
- -CESR or European Community Rights
- An appropriate higher Cardiothoracic Specialist surgical qualification
Desirable
- Postgraduate degree (eg MSc, MD, PhD).
Teaching Experience
Essential
- Experience of teaching at Postgraduate level.
- Ability to teach clinical and operative skills.
- Attendance of Training the Trainer Course.
Desirable
- Experience of teaching basic clinical skills to undergraduates.
- Experience of supervising SPRs
Audit and Research Experience
Essential
- Experience of audit management
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical and surgical problems.
- Peer reviewed publications.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work in a team and engage in innovation.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Enquiring, critical approach to work.
- Caring attitude to patients.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies.
- Commitment to Continuing Medical Education.
Experience
Essential
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCST in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
- Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems in cardiac for emergency and elective situations.
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients.
Desirable
- Sub-specialty interest and experience in off-pump and multi-arterial coronary artery revascularisation.
- A willingness to develop clinical skills and lead innovation in line with future cardiac surgical unit advances.
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).
