Job summary
The appointee will be joining an ICC team. The role of Clinical Fellow is to help support the rapidly expanding Inherited Cardiac Conditions (ICC) service. There has been a major increase in the ICC service in recent years and an increase in referrals from within the region and from further afield. There is a strong link with the Genetics service with a Consultant Geneticist and 2 genetic counsellors present for ICC clinics and the ICC MDT. Referrals to all aspects of ICC have increased significantly. The specialist ICC service is delivered through outpatient clinics, an established obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy service, device implantation and ablation of arrhythmias. Cardiomyopathy clinics are run four times a week, one of these is a specific obstructive HCM. The 'heart muscle disease' service has benefited from a true multi-disciplinary clinic once a month with imaging / EP / device / structural expertise. There is a sports cardiology clinic run in conjunction with specialist echocardiography and cardiopulmonary exercise testing support.
Main duties of the job
The ICC fellow would have the opportunity to work across all aspects of the ICC unit with a team of ICC consultants, who have additional sub-specialist interests in imaging (both MRI and echo), devices, and electrophysiology. Outpatient clinics will form a major part of the job plan, combined with MDT meetings. Specialist experience will be in dedicated cardiomyopathy and inherited channelopathy clinics.
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.
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Inherited Cardiac Conditions (ICC) Cardiology Fellow JD.pdf(converted fromInherited Cardiac Conditions (ICC) Cardiology Fellow JD.doc)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Inherited Cardiac Conditions (ICC) Cardiology Fellow JD.pdf(converted fromInherited Cardiac Conditions (ICC) Cardiology Fellow JD.doc)
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
Desirable
- European Exam in General Cardiology / Knowledge Based Assessment
- Entry on Specialist Register (or entry expected within 6 months)
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Experience of some aspects of ICC -Cardiac imaging and management of cardiomyopathies -Electrophysiology / devices and management of channelopathies
- Experience and knowledge of some aspects of genetic testing in ICCs
- BSE transthoracic accreditation (or international equivalent) if requesting echo sessions.
- Ability to contribute to the efficient and smooth running of a specialist service.
- Ability to organise and manage out-patient priorities and procedure waiting lists
Desirable
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in Cardiology
- Level 2 CMR accreditation (if requesting MRI sessions).
- BSE transthoracic accreditation (or international equivalent) if requesting echo sessions.
- Experience of working in other ICC units.
Research and Audit
Essential
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems.
- Peer reviewed publications.
- Evidence of audit activity
Desirable
- Has published research in ICC.
- Has published in high impact journals
- Postgraduate thesis or degree
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Works well in a multidisciplinary environment. Evidence of team working.
- Ability to work flexibly
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GP's, nurses and other agencies.
Values & Behaviours
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Enquiring, critical approach to work.
- Caring attitude to patients
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
Desirable
- European Exam in General Cardiology / Knowledge Based Assessment
- Entry on Specialist Register (or entry expected within 6 months)
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Experience of some aspects of ICC -Cardiac imaging and management of cardiomyopathies -Electrophysiology / devices and management of channelopathies
- Experience and knowledge of some aspects of genetic testing in ICCs
- BSE transthoracic accreditation (or international equivalent) if requesting echo sessions.
- Ability to contribute to the efficient and smooth running of a specialist service.
- Ability to organise and manage out-patient priorities and procedure waiting lists
Desirable
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in Cardiology
- Level 2 CMR accreditation (if requesting MRI sessions).
- BSE transthoracic accreditation (or international equivalent) if requesting echo sessions.
- Experience of working in other ICC units.
Research and Audit
Essential
- Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems.
- Peer reviewed publications.
- Evidence of audit activity
Desirable
- Has published research in ICC.
- Has published in high impact journals
- Postgraduate thesis or degree
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Works well in a multidisciplinary environment. Evidence of team working.
- Ability to work flexibly
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GP's, nurses and other agencies.
Values & Behaviours
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Enquiring, critical approach to work.
- Caring attitude to patients
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).
