Job summary
The Rotherham
NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Locum Consultant
Cardiologist. Various sub-specialty interests will be considered, except for
coronary intervention. Applicants will have wide experience in cardiac medicine
and have excellent team-working skills, with the abilities and professional
skills to lead service developments throughout the Trust. This is a great
opportunity to be involved in innovative service development and quality
improvement within a forward thinking integrated care organisation.
We will support the successful applicant to maximise their
potential with a series of excellent benefits and opportunities and invest further in your training and
support you to pursue a successful and fulfilling career and encourage the
development of your sub-speciality interest. As a family friendly Trust
we offer an onsite nursery to support our employees.
You will join
a fantastic multidisciplinary team, led by Dr Ali Alwail and colleagues. The
department has expanded steadily and in 2018 was commissioned as the second
complex cardiac device centre in South Yorkshire, working with Sheffield
Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust to provide regional device care.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will be fully supported by the consultants within
their area and will work closely with the on call medical team. Friendly and
dedicated nursing colleagues will also support new colleagues throughout their
time at the Trust. The department offers the opportunity to gain excellent
experience within the Cardiology service, the management of a wide case mix of
acute cardiac admissions across ward A1, Coronary Care Unit (CCU) and the
Cardiac Catheter Suite (CCS).
You will work
within an inpatient bed base over 2 wards, including a CCU, which are home to
friendly and engaged nursing teams. You will be supported by 5 consultant
colleagues, 2 Specialty Doctors, 1 Higher Level trainee, 4 CMTs, an advanced
nurse practitioner, a clinician scientist, heart failure and arrhythmia nurse
specialists, and highly trained physiologists.
Prospective
candidates are encouraged to visit the department for an informal tour and
discussion.
For more
information about the post or to arrange a visit, please contact: Dr Ali Alwail; Consultant & Clinical Lead in Cardiology on
01709 424849 (Secretary) orEmail: ali.alwail@nhs.net or Richard Kerry; Service Manager on 01709 427374 or Email: richard.kerry1@nhs.net
About us
The Rotherham
NHS Foundation Trust is a combined acute and community provider delivering a
range of health care services to people in Rotherham and across South
Yorkshire.
We are
ambitious about our future and the part we will play in meeting the health and
social care needs of the local community and the wider region. Our innovative
and forward thinking approach means we are at the forefront of care delivery
for people at home, in the community and in hospital.
At the heart
of the Trust are more than 4,500 members of staff who are working out of the
main Rotherham Hospital site and a number of community locations. A range of
specialist services are delivered across the South Yorkshire region and
nationally.
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust is
committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from everyone.
The Trust seeks to establish a workforce as diverse as the population it
serves. We will consider applications to work flexibly. If you are disabled and
require reasonable adjustments to the application process, please contact the Medical
Recruitment Team to discuss.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
Department
This post
is for a full-time Locum Consultant Cardiologist with general cardiology
skills. Various sub-speciality interests will be considered but not
interventional cardiology.
The post
will be based at Rotherham General Hospital. You will join a well-established
cardiology unit with the opportunity to develop and deliver state of the art
services in a tailor made cardiology suite including purpose built catheterisation
laboratory. We have a recently installed state of the art Philips Azurion C12
cardiac catheterisation laboratory dedicated for cardiology. The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust has been commissioned as the second
centre for complex cardiac device implantation and follow-up in South Yorkshire
as part of a regional model of care in contractual agreement with Sheffield
Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust since 2018.
The precise job plan of this post will be tailored
to the skills of the applicant alongside the needs of the Department but will
be expected to include contribution to the diagnostic angiography+/-bradycardia
pacing lists, and two half days of subspecialty work per week.
You will be joining a team of 4 other consultant
cardiologists, including one with sub-specialty interest in cardiac device
therapy, one imaging specialist, one with interest in heart failure, and one
general cardiologist. We also have
visiting consultants undertaking complex device implantation at Rotherham from
the regional network. The resident cardiology doctor team also includes a
speciality doctor, two Higher Level trainees from the South Yorkshire and
Humber training programme, a part-time hospital practitioner, and 3-4 junior
doctors, plus a consultant radiologist with specialist interest in cardiac
imaging. A large dedicated team of cardiology nurses, nurse specialists, and
highly skilled cardiac physiologists supports the department.
Locally available imaging includes myocardial
perfusion scintigraphy, CT coronary angiography, and
echocardiography/TOE/Dobutamine stress echo service. Our echocardiography department
provides full range of service with four machines, including two Philips ie33
and one new Philips Epiq 5 with 3D TTE and TOE. The successful applicant with
appropriate credentials can contribute to the development of a local Cardiac
MRI service and candidates with this specialist interest are encouraged to
apply.
The
Cardiology Suite at Rotherham Hospital, adjacent to the 8 bedded Coronary Care
Unit, comprises a dedicated cardiac day
case ward, state of the art catheterisation/pacing laboratory, echocardiography
rooms, rapid access chest pain clinics, exercise treadmill testing, tilt-table
testing, and full ambulatory ECG monitoring fitting and analysis, as well as
consultant offices and secretarial support. Nearby to the main cardiology suite
is a brand new Cardiac Devices Suite from which a physiologist-led loop
recorder service is run, and permanent pacemaker, cardiac resynchronisation
therapy and internal cardioverter defibrillator patients are pre-assessed and
followedup with full optimisation service.
The
Department has close links with other cardiovascular departments in Sheffield
and holds a fortnightly MDT meeting with cardiac surgery and interventional
cardiology, and weekly cardiac rhythm management MDT with the tertiary
centre.
There is no commitment to General Medical on-call.
There is an objective to develop local cardiology cover for urgent procedures
out of hours such as pericardiocentesis / temporary pacing, and to provide
weekend specialist review of cardiology inpatients, with this post integral to
that plan.
For
interested candidates there is the opportunity to develop research interest and
time for this can be factored into your job plan. We have a successful
portfolio of research studies within the cardiology unit supported by a
research nurse from the Trust R&D Department.
Any Consultant who is unable to work full-time may be eligible for the
post; if such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be
discussed on a personal basis with the Chief Executive, Medical Director and Divisional
Director.
The
successful candidate is expected to be aware of the Trusts policies and
procedures including standing orders and standing financial instructions. In particular, where the management of the
Trusts employees is involved he/she will be expected to observe employment and
personnel policies and procedures.
The
department will work closely with the successful candidate, if needed, to
enable them to complete their CESR application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
Department
This post
is for a full-time Locum Consultant Cardiologist with general cardiology
skills. Various sub-speciality interests will be considered but not
interventional cardiology.
The post
will be based at Rotherham General Hospital. You will join a well-established
cardiology unit with the opportunity to develop and deliver state of the art
services in a tailor made cardiology suite including purpose built catheterisation
laboratory. We have a recently installed state of the art Philips Azurion C12
cardiac catheterisation laboratory dedicated for cardiology. The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust has been commissioned as the second
centre for complex cardiac device implantation and follow-up in South Yorkshire
as part of a regional model of care in contractual agreement with Sheffield
Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust since 2018.
The precise job plan of this post will be tailored
to the skills of the applicant alongside the needs of the Department but will
be expected to include contribution to the diagnostic angiography+/-bradycardia
pacing lists, and two half days of subspecialty work per week.
You will be joining a team of 4 other consultant
cardiologists, including one with sub-specialty interest in cardiac device
therapy, one imaging specialist, one with interest in heart failure, and one
general cardiologist. We also have
visiting consultants undertaking complex device implantation at Rotherham from
the regional network. The resident cardiology doctor team also includes a
speciality doctor, two Higher Level trainees from the South Yorkshire and
Humber training programme, a part-time hospital practitioner, and 3-4 junior
doctors, plus a consultant radiologist with specialist interest in cardiac
imaging. A large dedicated team of cardiology nurses, nurse specialists, and
highly skilled cardiac physiologists supports the department.
Locally available imaging includes myocardial
perfusion scintigraphy, CT coronary angiography, and
echocardiography/TOE/Dobutamine stress echo service. Our echocardiography department
provides full range of service with four machines, including two Philips ie33
and one new Philips Epiq 5 with 3D TTE and TOE. The successful applicant with
appropriate credentials can contribute to the development of a local Cardiac
MRI service and candidates with this specialist interest are encouraged to
apply.
The
Cardiology Suite at Rotherham Hospital, adjacent to the 8 bedded Coronary Care
Unit, comprises a dedicated cardiac day
case ward, state of the art catheterisation/pacing laboratory, echocardiography
rooms, rapid access chest pain clinics, exercise treadmill testing, tilt-table
testing, and full ambulatory ECG monitoring fitting and analysis, as well as
consultant offices and secretarial support. Nearby to the main cardiology suite
is a brand new Cardiac Devices Suite from which a physiologist-led loop
recorder service is run, and permanent pacemaker, cardiac resynchronisation
therapy and internal cardioverter defibrillator patients are pre-assessed and
followedup with full optimisation service.
The
Department has close links with other cardiovascular departments in Sheffield
and holds a fortnightly MDT meeting with cardiac surgery and interventional
cardiology, and weekly cardiac rhythm management MDT with the tertiary
centre.
There is no commitment to General Medical on-call.
There is an objective to develop local cardiology cover for urgent procedures
out of hours such as pericardiocentesis / temporary pacing, and to provide
weekend specialist review of cardiology inpatients, with this post integral to
that plan.
For
interested candidates there is the opportunity to develop research interest and
time for this can be factored into your job plan. We have a successful
portfolio of research studies within the cardiology unit supported by a
research nurse from the Trust R&D Department.
Any Consultant who is unable to work full-time may be eligible for the
post; if such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be
discussed on a personal basis with the Chief Executive, Medical Director and Divisional
Director.
The
successful candidate is expected to be aware of the Trusts policies and
procedures including standing orders and standing financial instructions. In particular, where the management of the
Trusts employees is involved he/she will be expected to observe employment and
personnel policies and procedures.
The
department will work closely with the successful candidate, if needed, to
enable them to complete their CESR application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration and a licence to practise with the GMC, please enter your GMC number.
- Be eligible for either specialist registration within six months of date of interview or be willing to complete Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) in order to be on the specialist register.
Leadership
Essential
- An understanding of and ability to demonstrate your ability to:
- Empower others
- Lead through change
- Influence strategically
- Collaborative working
- Drive for improvement
- Integrity
Experience
Essential
- Experience in chosen sub-speciality
Desirable
- BSE Accreditation
- Angio/Pacing
Research and Audit
Essential
- Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit
Desirable
- Relevant research published in peer review journal
Education and Teaching
Essential
- Proven ability to teach and train others
Management Skills
Essential
- Effective team working skills
- Time management/organisational ability.
- Proven knowledge of systems
- and process of NHS or equivalent
- Understanding and commitment to corporate responsibility
- Commitment to and understanding of their responsibility to the organisation. Examples may include previous involvement in management roles, management courses
Ability/skills
Essential
- Specific skills required to undertake the role above those required to achieve CCT.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration and a licence to practise with the GMC, please enter your GMC number.
- Be eligible for either specialist registration within six months of date of interview or be willing to complete Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) in order to be on the specialist register.
Leadership
Essential
- An understanding of and ability to demonstrate your ability to:
- Empower others
- Lead through change
- Influence strategically
- Collaborative working
- Drive for improvement
- Integrity
Experience
Essential
- Experience in chosen sub-speciality
Desirable
- BSE Accreditation
- Angio/Pacing
Research and Audit
Essential
- Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit
Desirable
- Relevant research published in peer review journal
Education and Teaching
Essential
- Proven ability to teach and train others
Management Skills
Essential
- Effective team working skills
- Time management/organisational ability.
- Proven knowledge of systems
- and process of NHS or equivalent
- Understanding and commitment to corporate responsibility
- Commitment to and understanding of their responsibility to the organisation. Examples may include previous involvement in management roles, management courses
Ability/skills
Essential
- Specific skills required to undertake the role above those required to achieve CCT.
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).
