Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will join the established Cardiology Department at James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive, high-quality cardiology service to the population of Great Yarmouth, Waveney and surrounding areas. This substantive Consultant Cardiologist post offers the opportunity to contribute to a modern and developing cardiology service, working alongside consultant colleagues, specialist nurses, physiologists, and multidisciplinary teams. The post holder will provide expert clinical care across inpatient and outpatient settings, supporting the Acute Cardiac Unit, Ward 2, and consultant-led cardiology clinics.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing specialist cardiology assessment, diagnosis and treatment for patients with a wide range of cardiovascular conditions.
• Sharing responsibility for the delivery of cardiology services and workload with consultant cardiology colleagues.
• Undertaking outpatient clinics, ward rounds and patient reviews, ensuring high standards of patient care and clinical outcomes.
• Participating in the Cardiologist of the Day model and supporting the management of patients within the Acute Cardiac Unit and cardiology wards.
• Providing expert advice and consultation to clinicians from other specialties across the Trust.
• Working collaboratively with tertiary specialist centres, including Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, to support patient pathways requiring specialist investigation or intervention.
• Maintaining a system of mutual cover with consultant colleagues during periods of annual, study and professional leave.
• Contributing to the ongoing development, innovation and strategic direction of cardiology services within the Trust.
• Playing a full role in clinical governance, audit, quality improvement initiatives and patient safety programmes.
• Participating in and supporting research activity and the application of evidence-based medicine to improve patient care.
• Delivering teaching and training to undergraduate medical students, resident doctors and other healthcare professionals.
• Acting as an Educational Supervisor and participating in the appraisal, assessment and professional development of doctors in training where appropriate.
• Participating in continuing professional development, appraisal and revalidation processes in line with GMC requirements.
• Supporting multidisciplinary team working and maintaining effective communication with colleagues across acute, community and primary care services.

The post provides opportunities to develop specialist interests within cardiology, including imaging, cardiac CT, cardiac MRI, heart failure, inherited cardiac conditions, arrhythmia services and other areas aligned to departmental priorities and the successful candidate's expertise. The successful applicant will also have opportunities to become involved in research, medical education and service transformation as part of a forward-looking department committed to delivering high-quality cardiovascular care.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC Registration
• MBBS or equivalent
• MRCP or equivalent

Desirable

• MD, PhD or equivalent
• ALS

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• Wide experience in Cardiology and General Internal Medicine
• Ability to provide expert clinical opinion across a wide range of problems within Cardiology

Academic Achievements

Essential

• Ability to use research outcomes in clinical practice
• Knowledge of using evidence base medicine to support decision making
• Experience of conducting clinical audit

Desirable

• Involvement in research projects and published papers

Key Skills

Essential

• Ability and enthusiasm for teaching health care professionals and medical students in a Cardiology & General Medicine setting
• Capable of organising and prioritising work effectively
• Conscientious and highly motivated with the ability to communicate clearly with colleagues and staff
• Motivation and ability to plan and develop the service

Desirable

• Experience in teaching medical students and allied health professionals

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.

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

James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

James Paget University Hospital

Lowestoft Road

Gorleston

NR316LA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)