Job summary
This is a fixed term appointment up to 12 months. The posts do not award a National Training Number. As this post is not recognised as a 'training post', full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise is required, and if the appointee does not hold right of residence in the UK sponsorship will be required. The duties of this post are equivalent to ST 7+/appropriate to an individual holding a Certificate of Completion of Training.
The position would suit a senior trainee wishing to expand their experience in the field of device implantation, (Including complex devices, sub-cutaneous ICDs, leadless devices, conduction system pacing and lead extraction). There is also an opportunity to gain further training in Inherited cardiac conditions and or heart failure
Main duties of the job
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
About us
PROUD VALUES
These are the values that all staff at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are expected to demonstrate in all that they do.
Patients First - Ensure that the people we serve are at the heart of what we do
Respectful - Be kind, respectful, fair and value diversity
Ownership - Celebrate our successes, learn continuously and ensure we improve
Unity - Work in partnership with others
Deliver - Be efficient, effective and accountable for our actions
The Trust have developed a PROUD Behaviours framework which details specific behaviours we expect to see and do not expect to see, aligned to each of the five PROUD Values.For further details of our services and organisational structure, including our Board of Directors, and our future plans please visit www.sth.nhs.uk/about-us
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applications from those unable, for personal reasons, to work on a whole time basis or a job share basis will be considered.
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link.
Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applications from those unable, for personal reasons, to work on a whole time basis or a job share basis will be considered.
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link.
Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise
- MB ChB or equivalent
- MRCP or equivalent
- Basic Medical Degree
Desirable
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Broad Training in general Cardiology
- Extensive specialist training in devices and/or electrophysiology (final year or post-CCT or equivalent)
Desirable
- BHRS or IBHRE accreditation in Devices/EP
- Sub-specialty training in heart failure or Devices + ICC
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
- Basic understanding of research methods and statistics
Desirable
- Publications in Peer reviewed journals.
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors
Continous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values
- Good written communication skills
- The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise
- MB ChB or equivalent
- MRCP or equivalent
- Basic Medical Degree
Desirable
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Broad Training in general Cardiology
- Extensive specialist training in devices and/or electrophysiology (final year or post-CCT or equivalent)
Desirable
- BHRS or IBHRE accreditation in Devices/EP
- Sub-specialty training in heart failure or Devices + ICC
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
- Basic understanding of research methods and statistics
Desirable
- Publications in Peer reviewed journals.
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors
Continous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values
- Good written communication skills
- The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
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).
