Job summary
This
is a replacement post funded to improve management of patients with new onset
angina, acute coronary syndromes and general cardiology and GIM problems inline
with the requirements of the National Service Framework for Coronary Heart
Disease. As the service evolves the role of the Specialty Doctor within the
department will be developed by the successful candidate in consultation with
the Consultant Cardiologists to include the following elements:
The
Specialty Doctor will play an integral part and assist with general cardiology
clinics, providing and auditing rapid access Chest Pain Clinics for patients
with new onset angina under the direction of the Consultant Cardiologists.
It
is envisaged that the Specialty Doctor Cardiologist will play a significant
role in the risk stratification and management of patients admitted with acute
coronary syndromes. These patients are currently admitted to the acute medical
unit (AMU) but improved pathways of care have been identified as a priority,
and the opportunity exists to make a major contribution to these new
developments.
The
postholder will be responsible to Dr Naeem Tahir, Consultant Cardiologist /
Physician.
Office
accommodation and secretarial support will also be provided.
This
post does not include an on call commitment.
Main duties of the job
The
Cardiologists are responsible for care of patients in CCU (5 beds) and on the
cardiac ward (23 beds) with outliers as required. Facilities are available for
electrocardiographic monitoring, temporary and permanent cardiac pacemakers,
pulmonary artery pressure monitoring, haemofiltration or ventilation (on ITU).
The Department runs a fixed Cardiac Catheter Laboratory for angiography and
permanent pacing insertion. The Department also provides EECP treatment and was
the first District General Hospital in the country to provide this service.
About us
Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a
position early.
Barnsley Hospital
NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Good rating in
our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment and achieving
significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives. We are proud
of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainable future for
this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities.
There has never
been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we
can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation, where staff
are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journey to
sustainability and growth.
As an employee of
Barnsley Hospital, you will find that we are committed to the fair treatment of
our staff, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age or
disability. We actively promote equality of opportunity for all, welcome
applications from a wide range of candidates and select interviewees based on
their skills, qualifications, and experience.
We take equal
opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff really seriously,
this could include flexible working, part-time, job share and remote working
from home. Please talk to us during the interview process to discuss any
flexibility that you may require.
We hope that you will choose to join us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please
see attached Job Description
The
Specialty Doctor will play an integral part and assist with general cardiology
clinics, providing and auditing rapid access Chest Pain Clinics for patients
with new onset angina under the direction of the Consultant Cardiologists.
It
is envisaged that the Specialty Doctor Cardiologist will play a significant
role in the risk stratification and management of patients admitted with acute
coronary syndromes. These patients are currently admitted to the acute medical
unit (AMU) but improved pathways of care have been identified as a priority,
and the opportunity exists to make a major contribution to these new
developments.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please
see attached Job Description
The
Specialty Doctor will play an integral part and assist with general cardiology
clinics, providing and auditing rapid access Chest Pain Clinics for patients
with new onset angina under the direction of the Consultant Cardiologists.
It
is envisaged that the Specialty Doctor Cardiologist will play a significant
role in the risk stratification and management of patients admitted with acute
coronary syndromes. These patients are currently admitted to the acute medical
unit (AMU) but improved pathways of care have been identified as a priority,
and the opportunity exists to make a major contribution to these new
developments.
Person Specification
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Honesty & Reliability
- Ability to work in a team
- Enquiring, critical approach to work
- Caring attitude to patients
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GPs, Nurse and other agencies
- Commitment to Continuing Medical Education
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate that they have a minimum of four years (FTE or equivalent) of which at least 2 years training must be in the relevant specialty training or equivalent.
- Broad experience of General Medicine
- Ability to take responsibility for clinical care of patients
Desirable
- Experience of echocardiography ,Nuclear cardiology and temporary pacing
Qualifications
Essential
- Fully registered with the GMC with a License to practice
- MBBS or equivalent
Desirable
- MRCP (including PACES) or equivalent
Person Specification
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Honesty & Reliability
- Ability to work in a team
- Enquiring, critical approach to work
- Caring attitude to patients
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GPs, Nurse and other agencies
- Commitment to Continuing Medical Education
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate that they have a minimum of four years (FTE or equivalent) of which at least 2 years training must be in the relevant specialty training or equivalent.
- Broad experience of General Medicine
- Ability to take responsibility for clinical care of patients
Desirable
- Experience of echocardiography ,Nuclear cardiology and temporary pacing
Qualifications
Essential
- Fully registered with the GMC with a License to practice
- MBBS or equivalent
Desirable
- MRCP (including PACES) or equivalent
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).
