South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Cardiology Amyloid Clinical Fellow

The closing date is 19 September 2025

Job summary

South Tyneside and Sunderland Cardiology department seek a well-motivated post Foundation doctor for a clinical fellowship for a fixed term of 12 months.

The successful candidate will be expected to develop plans for an accelerated cardiac amyloid diagnostic pathway and clinic. The post holder will refer cases to the National Amyloidosis Centre and ideally participate in Amyloid MDT. In addition, the role will require participation in research and audit related to the programme and there will be an expectation to develop the work into a business case for the service to continue beyond 12 months after the post holder has completed the fellow post

Main duties of the job

Develop clinical pathway for patients with red flags for cardiac amyloidosis towards diagnosis.

Participate in Clinic including the proposed amyloid clinic Meticulously track key performance indicators as part of an ongoing audit to feed into later business case If applicable.

Participate in research related to the role.

Attend heart failure and other MDTs relevant to the role both local and regional Deliver education and produce educational materials relevant to the role.

Work with the service lead to develop the service.

About us

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,600 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Details

Date posted

12 September 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£61,542 to £99,216 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9155-MDMD-0925-14

Job locations

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP


South Tyneside Nhs Foundation Trust

Harton Lane

South Shields

Tyne And Wear

NE34 0PL


Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust seeks to a full-time Trust Doctor at Specialty Doctor level in Cardiology & General Medicine. This is a 12 month temporary post to support the development of a dedicated clinical pathway for the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients with suspected cardiac amyloid..

The successful candidate(s) will join a multi professional team in the department of cardiology to provide a high standard of care and will be supported by consultant colleagues.

Whilst this post is not recognized as a training post, the successful candidate will be involved in an active programme of training and education of undergraduate students and postgraduate trainees.

The candidate will be not be expected to be part of the on call rota.

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust seeks to a full-time Trust Doctor at Specialty Doctor level in Cardiology & General Medicine. This is a 12 month temporary post to support the development of a dedicated clinical pathway for the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients with suspected cardiac amyloid..

The successful candidate(s) will join a multi professional team in the department of cardiology to provide a high standard of care and will be supported by consultant colleagues.

Whilst this post is not recognized as a training post, the successful candidate will be involved in an active programme of training and education of undergraduate students and postgraduate trainees.

The candidate will be not be expected to be part of the on call rota.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent.
  • Full GMC registration to the end of the post.
  • Have evidence of achievement of foundation competences from a UKFPO-affiliated foundation programme or equivalent, by time of application in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice.
  • Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK

Experience

Essential

  • Experience in a range of acute medical specialties.
  • Demonstrates awareness of managing acute medical conditions, including emergencies, in patients and out patients.
  • Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems.
  • Proficiency in a range of medical procedures.
  • Able to work without direct supervision where appropriate Able to prioritise clinical need.
  • Able to maximise safety and minimise risk.

Knowledge

Essential

  • Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
  • Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety and clinical quality improvement initiatives
  • Demonstrates knowledge of evidence informed practice
  • Demonstrates an understanding of clinical governance

Skills

Essential

  • Good communication skills (oral and written).
  • Good interpersonal, organisational and listening skills.
  • Ability to recognise the need for assistance.
  • Shows enthusiasm, drive and initiative.
  • Responsible for keeping own skills up to date.

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Empathy.
  • Non-judgmental.
  • Enthusiasm for learning.
  • Awareness of own limitations.
  • Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent.
  • Full GMC registration to the end of the post.
  • Have evidence of achievement of foundation competences from a UKFPO-affiliated foundation programme or equivalent, by time of application in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice.
  • Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK

Experience

Essential

  • Experience in a range of acute medical specialties.
  • Demonstrates awareness of managing acute medical conditions, including emergencies, in patients and out patients.
  • Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems.
  • Proficiency in a range of medical procedures.
  • Able to work without direct supervision where appropriate Able to prioritise clinical need.
  • Able to maximise safety and minimise risk.

Knowledge

Essential

  • Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
  • Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety and clinical quality improvement initiatives
  • Demonstrates knowledge of evidence informed practice
  • Demonstrates an understanding of clinical governance

Skills

Essential

  • Good communication skills (oral and written).
  • Good interpersonal, organisational and listening skills.
  • Ability to recognise the need for assistance.
  • Shows enthusiasm, drive and initiative.
  • Responsible for keeping own skills up to date.

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Empathy.
  • Non-judgmental.
  • Enthusiasm for learning.
  • Awareness of own limitations.
  • Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.

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).

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.

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

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP


Employer's website

https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP


Employer's website

https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Director

Mickey Jachuck

m.jachuck@nhs.net

01914041000

Details

Date posted

12 September 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£61,542 to £99,216 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9155-MDMD-0925-14

Job locations

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP


South Tyneside Nhs Foundation Trust

Harton Lane

South Shields

Tyne And Wear

NE34 0PL


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