Job summary
Applications are invited for a clinical research fellow post, which offers an opportunity to undertake high quality translational clinical research in cardiac electrophysiology and devices linked primarily to conduction system pacing. The main project (entitled ABLATE and PACE HIS Study) will compare the safety and efficacy of distal HIS bundle pacing and AV node ablation to RV pacing in patients with atrial fibrillation and heart failure. The post will also include some other conduction system pacing research projects.
This is a 12 month fixed term post with the potential for an extension for a further 12 months.
It is anticipated that the fellow will work under the direct supervision of consultant cardiac electrophysiologists in the department with direct supervision of Dr Mokhtar Ibrahim who is responsible for conduction system pacing program in the trust. Working and training with other EP and devices consultants will be accessible. The main scope of this post is to support CSP projects.
The applicant will be encouraged to develop towards an MD/PhD thesis. In addition, the post-holder will gain experience in the management of patients with complex arrhythmia, atrial fibrillation and cardiac devices.
Main duties of the job
The post is based within the Department of Cardiology at Glenfield Hospital and is intended to provide comprehensive training in invasive and non-invasive arrhythmia management for individuals intending to pursue a career as a cardiac electrophysiologist. Applicants are expected to have had substantial training in general cardiology and be in possession of an NTN or equivalent. In addition, applicants are expected to have a sound base of experience in device therapy for brady and tachycardia treatments. In addition basic experience in diagnostic electrophysiology is required and a clear interest and motivation to develop high-level electrophysiology and/or devices skills/experience. Successful candidates will also be encouraged to participate in research activities of the department during their fellowship, as there is good access of established academic support and expertise.
The fellow will be expected to participate in 1- 2 outpatient clinics / week within the electrophysiology service and attendance at 2-3 electrophysiology or devices lists a week is anticipated where training will be given in cardiac devices and EP with focus on complex devices and CSP.
About us
We are one of the biggest and busiest NHS trusts in the country, incorporating the General, Glenfield and Royal Infirmary hospitals. We have our very own Children's Hospital and run one of the country's leading heart centres.
Our team is made up of more than 17,000 staff providing a range of services primarily for the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.
Our purpose is to provide 'Caring at its best' and our staff have helped us create a set of values that embody who we are and what we're here to do. They are:
o We focus on what matters mosto We treat others how we would like to be treatedo We are passionate and creative in our worko We do what we say we are going to doo We are one team and we are best when we work together
Our patients are at the heart of all we do and we believe that 'Caring at its best' is not just about the treatments and services we provide, but about giving our patients the best possible experience.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: (leicestershospitals.nhs.uk)
Job description
Job responsibilities
It is anticipated that the fellow will work under the direct supervision of consultant cardiac electrophysiologists in the department with direct supervision of Dr Mokhtar Ibrahim who is responsible for conduction system pacing program in the trust. Working and training with other EP and devices consultants will be accessible. The main scope of this post is to support CSP projects.
It is expected that the successful applicant will be exposed to some to EP interventions as well as comprehensive management of patients with arrhythmic conditions in out-patient and in-patient settings. The majority of the week will be spent in research activity. There will be no regular ward commitment. The fellow will be expect to do 1- 2 out-patient clinics per week. The opportunity to join the registrar on-call rota may be available, but is not mandatory. There is ample opportunity to participate in the management of arrhythmia patients at device clinics and whilst this is not the focus of the fellowship, access is available to invasive electrophysiology activities.
A specimen timetable is shown below:
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
AM
Lab/MDT
Admin
Lab
Research
MDT/Research
PM
Lab
Clinic
lab
Research
Research
On-call / Emergency Duty Rota
There is no mandatory commitment to the out of hours SpR rota, but there may be an opportunity to do this should a rota slot become available.
Teaching.
The applicant will be expected to attend regular educational and MDT meetings where the management of patients with arrhythmias and devices are discussed.
Attendance is also expected at the bi-monthly afternoon audit meeting. Opportunities to participate in lectures and tutorials for other medical and non-medical groups will be available. The applicant will participate in the general training and supervision of the SHOs and other junior medical staff in cardiology and in the teaching of medical students and physiological measurements technicians.
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trusts Values and Behaviours
- MB BS or Equivalent
- Current or Eligible for full GMC Registration
- Evidence of Higher Specialist Training in Respiratory Medicine.
- MRCP or Equivalent
- Evidence of Higher Specialist Training in Cardiology
- Clear, fluent application
- Clear, fluent written presentation.
- Clear, fluent verbal presentation
- Experience in medical audit
- Commitment to medical audit.
- Willingness to work as a member of the team and share administrative responsibilities
- Understanding the place of Research
- Management of Junior Staff.
- Experience of teaching undergraduate and postgraduates
- Commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduates
Job description
Job responsibilities
It is anticipated that the fellow will work under the direct supervision of consultant cardiac electrophysiologists in the department with direct supervision of Dr Mokhtar Ibrahim who is responsible for conduction system pacing program in the trust. Working and training with other EP and devices consultants will be accessible. The main scope of this post is to support CSP projects.
It is expected that the successful applicant will be exposed to some to EP interventions as well as comprehensive management of patients with arrhythmic conditions in out-patient and in-patient settings. The majority of the week will be spent in research activity. There will be no regular ward commitment. The fellow will be expect to do 1- 2 out-patient clinics per week. The opportunity to join the registrar on-call rota may be available, but is not mandatory. There is ample opportunity to participate in the management of arrhythmia patients at device clinics and whilst this is not the focus of the fellowship, access is available to invasive electrophysiology activities.
A specimen timetable is shown below:
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
AM
Lab/MDT
Admin
Lab
Research
MDT/Research
PM
Lab
Clinic
lab
Research
Research
On-call / Emergency Duty Rota
There is no mandatory commitment to the out of hours SpR rota, but there may be an opportunity to do this should a rota slot become available.
Teaching.
The applicant will be expected to attend regular educational and MDT meetings where the management of patients with arrhythmias and devices are discussed.
Attendance is also expected at the bi-monthly afternoon audit meeting. Opportunities to participate in lectures and tutorials for other medical and non-medical groups will be available. The applicant will participate in the general training and supervision of the SHOs and other junior medical staff in cardiology and in the teaching of medical students and physiological measurements technicians.
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trusts Values and Behaviours
- MB BS or Equivalent
- Current or Eligible for full GMC Registration
- Evidence of Higher Specialist Training in Respiratory Medicine.
- MRCP or Equivalent
- Evidence of Higher Specialist Training in Cardiology
- Clear, fluent application
- Clear, fluent written presentation.
- Clear, fluent verbal presentation
- Experience in medical audit
- Commitment to medical audit.
- Willingness to work as a member of the team and share administrative responsibilities
- Understanding the place of Research
- Management of Junior Staff.
- Experience of teaching undergraduate and postgraduates
- Commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduates
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS or Equivalent
- Current or Eligible for full GMC Registration
- Evidence of Higher Specialist Training
- MRCP or Equivalent
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of Higher Specialist Training in Cardiology
- Current National Training Number in Cardiology holder (NTN/VTN)
Desirable
- Experience of Device Implantation including single and dual chamber pacemakers and defibrillators and of basic diagnostic electrophysiology
- Experience of basic diagnostic electrophysiology
Knowledge, Clinical Skills
Essential
- A high degree of competence in all basic medical skills coupled with evidence of manual dexterity necessary to perform diagnostic and interventional procedures
- Willingness to work as a member of the team and share administrative responsibilities
Desirable
- Previous clinical or research experience in cardiology or techniques relevant to cardiology
Communication, Motivation & Teaching
Essential
- Willingness to work as a member of the team and share administrative responsibilities
- Clear, fluent application
- Experience of teaching undergraduate and postgraduates
- Commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduates
Management Ability
Essential
- Experience of teaching undergraduate and postgraduates
- Commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduates
Desirable
- Shows interest, enthusiasm or demonstrates ability and previous management experience.
- Shows interest, enthusiasm or demonstrates ability
- Previous management experience.
Audit/Clinical Governance & Research
Essential
- Experience in medical audit
- Commitment to medical audit.
- Understanding the place of Research
- CGP training
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant research activity.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS or Equivalent
- Current or Eligible for full GMC Registration
- Evidence of Higher Specialist Training
- MRCP or Equivalent
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of Higher Specialist Training in Cardiology
- Current National Training Number in Cardiology holder (NTN/VTN)
Desirable
- Experience of Device Implantation including single and dual chamber pacemakers and defibrillators and of basic diagnostic electrophysiology
- Experience of basic diagnostic electrophysiology
Knowledge, Clinical Skills
Essential
- A high degree of competence in all basic medical skills coupled with evidence of manual dexterity necessary to perform diagnostic and interventional procedures
- Willingness to work as a member of the team and share administrative responsibilities
Desirable
- Previous clinical or research experience in cardiology or techniques relevant to cardiology
Communication, Motivation & Teaching
Essential
- Willingness to work as a member of the team and share administrative responsibilities
- Clear, fluent application
- Experience of teaching undergraduate and postgraduates
- Commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduates
Management Ability
Essential
- Experience of teaching undergraduate and postgraduates
- Commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduates
Desirable
- Shows interest, enthusiasm or demonstrates ability and previous management experience.
- Shows interest, enthusiasm or demonstrates ability
- Previous management experience.
Audit/Clinical Governance & Research
Essential
- Experience in medical audit
- Commitment to medical audit.
- Understanding the place of Research
- CGP training
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant research activity.
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).
