Job summary
The successful candidate will join the current team of 4 Electrophysiology Consultants in contributing towards the provision and development of the Electrophysiology service within the region. The Lancashire Cardiac Centre (LCC) serves a population of 1.8million across The Lake District / South Cumbria and Lancashire including The Fylde Coast, Blackpool, Preston, The Ribble Valley, Blackburn & Burnley.
There are 2 cath labs out of 5 currently set up for EP, providing a high volume of approximately 800 procedures performed annually. The post holder will have experience and be independent in performing both simple and complex electrophysiology procedures. The unit has all three mapping tools - Biosense Webster, Abbott and Boston Scientific. Available single shot technology includes Cryo and Laser Balloon Ablation. Experience and willingness to further develop skills will be supported.
We value teaching and research. The successful candidate can contribute towards the weekly Teaching and supervision of trainees.
The cardiology department delivers a regional tertiary cardiology service, and the successful candidate will join the existing 21 consultant cardiologists in helping deliver a first-class regional service. The post holder will also be expected to deliver general cardiology as consultant of the week on a rotational basis as well as weekend cover as part of a seven-day consultant led service.
Main duties of the job
Clinical
Except in emergencies or where otherwise agreed with your clinical manager, you are responsible for fulfilling the duties and responsibilities and undertaking the programmed activities set out in your new Job Plan, as reviewed annually and in line with the provisions below.
2.2 Indicative Job Plan
PROGRAMMED ACTIVITIES
Direct Clinical Care
Activity
Frequency
Day
Number of PAs
EP Lab
Weekly
Flexible
2
OPD 2
Weekly
Flexible
2
Ward Rounds
Weekly
Flexible
1
On Call Duties
1:10
Saturday and Sunday
0.3
AM
0.7
Consultant of the
1 in 20
Week
Patient Administration
Weekly
1.5
NB Cath lab sessions will be flexible to cover colleagues leave and on call duties.
Sub total (1)
8.5
Supporting Professional Activities
Training & Teaching
Research
Flexible as required
Audit
Job Planning/Appraisal
Annual
CPD
Ongoing
Sub total
1.5
Additional NHS Responsibilities & External Duties
None required on appointment. Any current commitments held by the successful candidate will be agreed upon appointment
Total to be agreed (exclusive of any external duties) will be
10
About us
The Cardiac Unit comprises of the Cardiothoracic Unit and the Cardiology Directorate. The Division is housed in a £50 million purpose built hospital comprising of 4 catheter laboratories, 4 Cardiac and Thoracic Theatres, with potential to expand to 5, dedicated outpatient and non-invasive Cardiac Physiology investigation unit, 20 day case bed, 20 cardiac intensive care beds and 89 ward beds.
The Cardiology Directorate includes 2 wards - 37 and 39 for Cardiology patients and 4 Catheter Laboratories with day case facilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please ensure you read the Job description and Person Specification attached to the advert in full before applying.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please ensure you read the Job description and Person Specification attached to the advert in full before applying.
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- Full registration with the General Medical Council or relevant professional regulator
- MB ChB or equivalent
- MRCP or equivalent
- Higher degree (MD/PhD)
- Subspecialty training in Electrophysiology
- Independent operator
Desirable
- Post CCT fellowship
- BHRS/EHRA/I BHRE Accreditation in electrophysiology
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of NHS organisation and core values of NHS
Skills and Ability
Essential
- Excellent communication skills - both oral and written and in English language
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload and to delegate responsibility and supervise staff.
- Effective teaching skills
- Ability to motivate and inspire a multi-disciplinary team and work sensitively within teams and across organisations
- Involvement and evidence of implementation of service development and managing change in a healthcare setting
- Understanding of the management responsibilities of NHS consultants
- Participation in a management training course
- Commitment to CPD and requirements of clinical governance and audit
- Leadership skills- ability to take responsibility, show leadership and make decisions
Desirable
- Computer and IT skills
- Educational qualification or working towards
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- Full registration with the General Medical Council or relevant professional regulator
- MB ChB or equivalent
- MRCP or equivalent
- Higher degree (MD/PhD)
- Subspecialty training in Electrophysiology
- Independent operator
Desirable
- Post CCT fellowship
- BHRS/EHRA/I BHRE Accreditation in electrophysiology
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of NHS organisation and core values of NHS
Skills and Ability
Essential
- Excellent communication skills - both oral and written and in English language
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload and to delegate responsibility and supervise staff.
- Effective teaching skills
- Ability to motivate and inspire a multi-disciplinary team and work sensitively within teams and across organisations
- Involvement and evidence of implementation of service development and managing change in a healthcare setting
- Understanding of the management responsibilities of NHS consultants
- Participation in a management training course
- Commitment to CPD and requirements of clinical governance and audit
- Leadership skills- ability to take responsibility, show leadership and make decisions
Desirable
- Computer and IT skills
- Educational qualification or working towards
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).
