Job summary
We are looking to recruit an ambitious and driven individual to support both our clinical cardiology service, and our successful cardiovascular research team. Half of the postholder's time will be spent supporting cardiovascular research and innovation activity within the Trust.
The post holder will be expected to contribute with consultant and middle grade colleagues to the provision of a hospital-based specialist Cardiology service at both sites. This will include in-reach, ward rounds, catheter laboratory activity, cardiac imaging, other non-invasive tests and providing out-patient services for newly referred and follow up cardiology patients, with an on-call element in the Cardiac and Stroke Receiving Unit based at Wycombe Hospital.
40% of the post will be dedicated to supporting cardiovascular research across the organisation. The post holder will play a leading role within the Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust (BHT) Research and Innovation team, supporting the rollout of the Trust's innovative 'Lipid Optimisation Programme'. Additionally, they will be asked to co-supervise and support areas of cardiovascular research across the Trust. The Trust supports a large portfolio of commercial and non-commercial cardiology studies, and the postholder will be expected to be an active leader within this field.
The post will allow the successful candidate to develop themselves as a senior clinician with a cardiovascular research and innovation portfolio.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will assist with inpatient and outpatient invasive cardiology. Knowledge and experience of invasive cardiology is desirable but not essential as the Consultants will provide training for suitable candidates.
The post involves on-call duties on a 1 in 10 rota (contributing 60% of a FT equivalent doctor). When on-call the post holder will be based in the Cardiac and Stroke Receiving Unit (CSRU) and will supervise the on-call resident doctors, with supervision from both a duty consultant cardiologist and a consultant stroke physician. All patients attending the CSRU are referrals from paramedics or primary care doctors, for patients with suspected cardiac conditions or suspected stroke.
The post holder will play a leading role within the Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trusts Research and Innovation team, supporting the rollout of the Trust's innovative 'Lipid Optimisation Programme'. Additionally, they will be asked to co-supervise and support areas of cardiovascular research across the Trust. The Trust supports a large portfolio of commercial and non-commercial cardiology studies, and the postholder will be expected to be an active leader within this field.
Holding full MRCP (Part I, Part II, PACES) is a requirement of this postHolding a Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice in the UK.This role is for a 12 month Fixed Term Contract to start as soon as possible. Salary is dependant on experience and relevant qualifications.
About us
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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
Alongside NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme, you'll have access to NHS discount schemes.
We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
What do we stand for?
Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
We are working hard to increase diversity at all levels within the trust. We believe a diverse workforce can have a positive effect on both staff wellbeing and patient outcomes.
We welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, candidates with disabilities and care-experienced candidates.
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We make employment decisions by matching our service needs with the skills and experience of candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will also assist with inpatient and outpatient invasive cardiology. Knowledge and experience of invasive cardiology is desirable but not essential as the Consultants will provide training for suitable candidates.
The post involves on-call duties on a 1 in 10 rota (contributing 60% of a FT equivalent doctor). When on-call the post holder will be based in the Cardiac and Stroke Receiving Unit (CSRU) and will supervise the on-call resident doctors, with supervision from both a duty consultant cardiologist and a consultant stroke physician. All patients attending the CSRU are referrals from paramedics or primary care doctors, for patients with suspected cardiac conditions or suspected stroke.
The post holder will play a leading role within the Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust (BHT) Research and Innovation team, supporting the rollout of the Trusts innovative Lipid Optimisation Programme. Additionally, they will be asked to co-supervise and support areas of cardiovascular research across the Trust. The Trust supports a large portfolio of commercial and non-commercial cardiology studies, and the postholder will be expected to be an active leader within this field.
Holding full MRCP (Part I, Part II, PACES) is a requirement of this post
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will also assist with inpatient and outpatient invasive cardiology. Knowledge and experience of invasive cardiology is desirable but not essential as the Consultants will provide training for suitable candidates.
The post involves on-call duties on a 1 in 10 rota (contributing 60% of a FT equivalent doctor). When on-call the post holder will be based in the Cardiac and Stroke Receiving Unit (CSRU) and will supervise the on-call resident doctors, with supervision from both a duty consultant cardiologist and a consultant stroke physician. All patients attending the CSRU are referrals from paramedics or primary care doctors, for patients with suspected cardiac conditions or suspected stroke.
The post holder will play a leading role within the Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust (BHT) Research and Innovation team, supporting the rollout of the Trusts innovative Lipid Optimisation Programme. Additionally, they will be asked to co-supervise and support areas of cardiovascular research across the Trust. The Trust supports a large portfolio of commercial and non-commercial cardiology studies, and the postholder will be expected to be an active leader within this field.
Holding full MRCP (Part I, Part II, PACES) is a requirement of this post
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Communicates openly, honestly and professionally, and actively promotes team working and building strong working relationships
- Patients are always first. Drives service improvements. Strong self-awareness with a desire to grow
- Treats all with compassion and kindness. Ensures everyone feels valued
- Consults others and listens to their views/opinions. Enables others to take the initiative
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- FULL Registration with the General Medical Council with a Licence to Practice in the UK
- Full MRCP (Part I, Part II and PACES)
- ALS Certificate in date OR ALS Certificate within 3 months of starting post
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate broad clinical skills in the management of all patients.
- 24 months general professional training experience at SHO level in general and acute medicine
- Experience working at IMT3 or ST3 level in the UK
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Good standard of spoken and written English
- Able to work on own initiative
- Well organised
- Willing to take on responsibility
- Good general health, physically able to carry out the duties of the post.
- Ability to work as part of a team
RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Essential
- Knowledge of the principles of good clinical practice
- Experience of research and innovation
- Experience of clinical audit
- Knowledge of lipid lowering therapies, NICE guidance (lipid therapies for secondary prevention) and novel lipid therapies
- Team leadership and supervising junior colleagues and other MDT members
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Essential
- o Ability to travel between multiple hospital sites
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Essential
- Excellent communication skills in English. Able to communicate sensitively with patients.
- Excellent organisational skills, with demonstratable ability to organise programmes and activities.
- Motivated individual who has a clear passion for cardiovascular medicine.
- Demonstration of motivation for clinical research and audit.
- Able to discuss treatment options with patients and carers in a way they understand
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Communicates openly, honestly and professionally, and actively promotes team working and building strong working relationships
- Patients are always first. Drives service improvements. Strong self-awareness with a desire to grow
- Treats all with compassion and kindness. Ensures everyone feels valued
- Consults others and listens to their views/opinions. Enables others to take the initiative
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- FULL Registration with the General Medical Council with a Licence to Practice in the UK
- Full MRCP (Part I, Part II and PACES)
- ALS Certificate in date OR ALS Certificate within 3 months of starting post
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate broad clinical skills in the management of all patients.
- 24 months general professional training experience at SHO level in general and acute medicine
- Experience working at IMT3 or ST3 level in the UK
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Good standard of spoken and written English
- Able to work on own initiative
- Well organised
- Willing to take on responsibility
- Good general health, physically able to carry out the duties of the post.
- Ability to work as part of a team
RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Essential
- Knowledge of the principles of good clinical practice
- Experience of research and innovation
- Experience of clinical audit
- Knowledge of lipid lowering therapies, NICE guidance (lipid therapies for secondary prevention) and novel lipid therapies
- Team leadership and supervising junior colleagues and other MDT members
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Essential
- o Ability to travel between multiple hospital sites
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Essential
- Excellent communication skills in English. Able to communicate sensitively with patients.
- Excellent organisational skills, with demonstratable ability to organise programmes and activities.
- Motivated individual who has a clear passion for cardiovascular medicine.
- Demonstration of motivation for clinical research and audit.
- Able to discuss treatment options with patients and carers in a way they understand
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).
