Job summary
Applications are invited for a Consultant Cardiologist with a special interest in Electrophysiology for Medicine and Emergency Care in East Sussex Hospitals Trust.
This is an exciting time to join a progressive and dynamic cardiology department with supportive colleagues, working together to improve the cardiac health of our diverse local population.
We are looking for an enthusiastic colleague to join our team and work to deliver consultant led, efficient, safe and patient centred best practice in Cardiology Intervention. The successful applicant would be joining a busy, forward-thinking cardiology department which is continuously looking to innovate and improve services. There is a very comprehensive interventional EP service and device implantation service. Currently there are 2 electrophysiologists performing approximately 450 EP procedures per year of which 50% were AF ablation procedures. Approximately 100 AF ablation cases are performed using cryoablation. Both CARTO3 V7 and EnSite Precision mapping systems are used frequently to assist complex procedures. In the same period, there were approximately 700 device procedures, including CRT and ICDs.All types of ablation are undertaken including atrial tachycardia, flutter and fibrillation as well as VT ablation including the epicardial VT approach. EP research is very active in the department with ESHT as the lead site for a multi-centre NIH portfolio study in addition to several other studies.
Main duties of the job
This is a new post for a Consultant Cardiologist with a special interest inElectrophysiology for Medicine and Emergency Care in East Sussex Hospitals Trust.
The post-holder will join a team of nine other Cardiologists (with plans forfurther consultant expansion) and will be part of the development of a multidisciplinary team approach to care within the specialty of cardiology.It also provides an exciting opportunity for an appropriately trained candidate to further develop advanced subspecialty skills at a suitable tertiary centre.
This is a cross-site appointment. It is envisaged that the post-holder's work will take place at both Conquest Hospital and Eastbourne District General Hospital.
About us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work
We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes.
In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'.
In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person Specification
Qualification, Higher Qualifications & Registration
Essential
- MB BS or equivalent
- Membership or Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians
- Full Registration with GMC On Specialist Register on date of taking up appointment or to have obtained CCT in Cardiology within 6 months of interview
Desirable
Training & Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in all aspects of Cardiology, with a specialist interest culminating in the award of a CCT
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical diagnosis and care of patients with a broad range of cardiac conditions.
- Competence in all areas of cardiac electrophysiology and pacing, with extensive experience in the ablation of atrial fibrillation
Desirable
- Evidence of at least one year of sub-speciality training in electrophysiology within a dedicated fellowship programme, either in a high-volume UK EP centre or an overseas centre
Administration & Management
Essential
- Evidence of participation in management
- Understanding of recent initiatives and changes, including Clinical Governance and Appraisal
Desirable
- Management course and/or qualifications
- Knowledge of the structure of NHS
- Previous Managerial experience or Strong Research
Audit, Research & Publications
Essential
- Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit
- Understanding of the role of research. Strong Research Credentials or previous managerial experience
Desirable
- Completion and/or publication of audit projects
- Experience of clinical research culminating in presentation and publication of original studies, review articles, etc. relevant to speciality
- Ability to lead clinical research project
Personal Skills & Personal Attributes
Essential
- Effective communicator, able to work in a multi-disciplinary team
- Leadership qualities
- Ability to work with colleagues in other specialities to develop local services
- Familiarity with IT and general computer skills
- Professional attitude towards work Satisfactory attendance record
Desirable
- Good presentation skills
- Demonstration of initiated projects
- Specific attributes for post
- UK Driving License
Teaching
Essential
- Enthusiasm for teaching medical students, nursing staff and other professional groups
Desirable
- Educational qualification
Person Specification
Qualification, Higher Qualifications & Registration
Essential
- MB BS or equivalent
- Membership or Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians
- Full Registration with GMC On Specialist Register on date of taking up appointment or to have obtained CCT in Cardiology within 6 months of interview
Desirable
Training & Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in all aspects of Cardiology, with a specialist interest culminating in the award of a CCT
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical diagnosis and care of patients with a broad range of cardiac conditions.
- Competence in all areas of cardiac electrophysiology and pacing, with extensive experience in the ablation of atrial fibrillation
Desirable
- Evidence of at least one year of sub-speciality training in electrophysiology within a dedicated fellowship programme, either in a high-volume UK EP centre or an overseas centre
Administration & Management
Essential
- Evidence of participation in management
- Understanding of recent initiatives and changes, including Clinical Governance and Appraisal
Desirable
- Management course and/or qualifications
- Knowledge of the structure of NHS
- Previous Managerial experience or Strong Research
Audit, Research & Publications
Essential
- Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit
- Understanding of the role of research. Strong Research Credentials or previous managerial experience
Desirable
- Completion and/or publication of audit projects
- Experience of clinical research culminating in presentation and publication of original studies, review articles, etc. relevant to speciality
- Ability to lead clinical research project
Personal Skills & Personal Attributes
Essential
- Effective communicator, able to work in a multi-disciplinary team
- Leadership qualities
- Ability to work with colleagues in other specialities to develop local services
- Familiarity with IT and general computer skills
- Professional attitude towards work Satisfactory attendance record
Desirable
- Good presentation skills
- Demonstration of initiated projects
- Specific attributes for post
- UK Driving License
Teaching
Essential
- Enthusiasm for teaching medical students, nursing staff and other professional groups
Desirable
- Educational qualification
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).
