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Consultant (CMR and Amyloidosis)
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 22 day(s) ago
Reference: 2289382
Job summary
This is a full-time Consultant post in Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance (CMR) and Amyloidosis at the National Amyloidosis Centre (NAC), Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust, one of the world's leading centres for the diagnosis, management and research of systemic amyloidosis.
The successful candidate will join the consultant team at the NAC, providing specialist clinical care for patients with all forms of amyloidosis, with a particular focus on transthyretin (ATTR) amyloidosis. The role includes participation in specialist outpatient clinics, multidisciplinary team meetings, and the provision of expert advice to referring physicians nationally and internationally.
The appointee will also play a central role in the Centre's internationally recognised cardiovascular imaging and clinical research programmes. They will contribute to the delivery and interpretation of advanced CMR studies, participate as Principal Investigator and Sub-Investigator in multicentre clinical trials, and lead prospective investigator-initiated research in ATTR amyloidosis, supported by existing funding.
This post offers an outstanding opportunity to develop expertise in advanced cardiovascular imaging, clinical trials and translational research within a high-volume national referral centre.
Main duties of the job
Clinical Responsibilities
Provide consultant-level clinical care for patients with all forms of amyloidosis through participation in the full range of National Amyloidosis Centre clinical activities, including specialist outpatient clinics, multidisciplinary meetings and providing expert advice to referring physicians and patients.To work with other consultants in the centre and provide appropriate clinical cross cover.Contribute to the delivery and reporting of advanced cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR) studies in cardiac amyloidosis, working within one of the UK's leading CMR programmes, and participate in the development and implementation of novel CMR techniques and imaging biomarkers.Develop specialist expertise in the diagnosis and management of ATTR amyloidosis, including the assessment and longitudinal management of patients receiving disease-modifying therapies.Other clinical duties will be agreed in consultation with the post holder. There are no on-call commitments as part of the role, but it may be possible for on-call commitments to be arranged if so desired by the post holder.Act as Investigator for commercial and investigator-initiated clinical trials in ATTR amyloidosis.
A detailed list of wider responsibilities can be found in the attached Job Description.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Details
Date posted
20 August 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum plus £2162 London weighting
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
5 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
391-RFL-8112774
Job locations
Royal Free Hospital
Pond Street
London
NW3 2QG
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Education and professional qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- Applicants must hold a CCT or be within six months of award by the interview date
- MRCP or equivalent
- Applicants that are UK trained, must ALSO be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview. Applicants that are non-UK trained, will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT
- Broad experience in general clinical haematology and sub-specialty experience in amyloidosis and myeloma
Desirable
- MD or PhD
- Outstanding research record
Experience
Essential
- Broad experience in general cardiology
Desirable
- MD or PhD
- Outstanding research record
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Excellent communication
- Ability to work effectively within a MDT
- Understanding of clinical governance, audit and quality improvement
- Ability to contribute to service development and innovation
Person Specification
Education and professional qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- Applicants must hold a CCT or be within six months of award by the interview date
- MRCP or equivalent
- Applicants that are UK trained, must ALSO be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview. Applicants that are non-UK trained, will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT
- Broad experience in general clinical haematology and sub-specialty experience in amyloidosis and myeloma
Desirable
- MD or PhD
- Outstanding research record
Experience
Essential
- Broad experience in general cardiology
Desirable
- MD or PhD
- Outstanding research record
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Excellent communication
- Ability to work effectively within a MDT
- Understanding of clinical governance, audit and quality improvement
- Ability to contribute to service development and innovation
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Free Hospital
Pond Street
London
NW3 2QG
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Free Hospital
Pond Street
London
NW3 2QG
United Kingdom