Job summary
Applications are invited for a highly motivated individual who wishes to gain experience as a first operator in performing mitral valve repairs (open and minimally invasive) before applying for a Consultant position. This is a very popular fellowship in the sixth year of its inception. Previous mitral fellows have all been appointed to Consultant positions. The post is for a period of 6-12 months in the first instance to commence in August 2022.
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust is a dynamic and thriving group of hospitals in the heart of Bristol, a vibrant and culturally diverse city. Our staff offers over 100 different clinical services acrossnine different sites. We provide general medical and emergency services to the local population of Central and South Bristol, and a broad range of specialist services across a region that extends from Cornwall to Gloucestershire, into South Wales and beyond. We are one of the country's largest acute NHS Trusts with an annual income of over £500 million.
Main duties of the job
This post will be based in the Bristol Heart Institute. The new Bristol Heart Institute was opened in 2009 and it delivers 1100 adult cardiac operations on an annual basis. Thoracic surgery perform around 1000 annually and 350 operations in the Children's Hospital. Our centre specialises in the whole range of cardiac surgery with the exception of transplantation and ventricular assist devices. There are 4 fully equipped modern cardiac surgery theatres, of which one is hybrid (shared with Cardiology). Critical care support is provided within a modern 19 bedded Critical Care area staffed by dedicated cardiac intensive care specialists.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol & Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, with a workforce of over 13,000 staff and 100+ different clinical services across 10 sites, serving a population of over 500,000 people across Bristol and Weston.UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to patients. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust,committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact.
Join us and you can enjoy city living, be in the countryside or by the seaside, with easy access to all the South Westoffers. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
As an equal opportunities employer, actively working towards a diverse workforce, we aim to create aworkforce that represents the diversity of our community and are committed to designing our services around the needs of patients and their loved ones. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
It is important that you are aware that you may need to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, for all patient facing roles and roles within patient facing areas (unless there is a clear medical reason or where there are other exceptional circumstances such as no requirement for occasional patient contact).
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post will offer excellent clinical, teaching and research facilities with possibilities to develop/consolidate your surgical expertise. Particular strengths are the opportunity of performing/assisting at various techniques of open and key-hole mitral valve repair .
Applicants must have GMC registration by the starting date and experience at a senior trainee level in Cardiothoracic Surgery would be helpful.
Shortlisting details and interview arrangements will be communicated via email therefore please ensure you check your email account regularly following the closing date.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post will offer excellent clinical, teaching and research facilities with possibilities to develop/consolidate your surgical expertise. Particular strengths are the opportunity of performing/assisting at various techniques of open and key-hole mitral valve repair .
Applicants must have GMC registration by the starting date and experience at a senior trainee level in Cardiothoracic Surgery would be helpful.
Shortlisting details and interview arrangements will be communicated via email therefore please ensure you check your email account regularly following the closing date.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- The applicant should have previous NHS hospital experience or be familiar with a similar system
Desirable
- Previous cardiothoracic surgery experience
- Previous research and audit experience
Aptitudes
Essential
- Respect for everyone
- Embracing change
- Recognising success
- Working together
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Effective information technology skills
Desirable
- Competence in database handling
- Competence in medical statistics
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Full GMC registration with license to practice
- MRCS membership or equivalent
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- The applicant should have previous NHS hospital experience or be familiar with a similar system
Desirable
- Previous cardiothoracic surgery experience
- Previous research and audit experience
Aptitudes
Essential
- Respect for everyone
- Embracing change
- Recognising success
- Working together
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Effective information technology skills
Desirable
- Competence in database handling
- Competence in medical statistics
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Full GMC registration with license to practice
- MRCS membership or equivalent
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).
