Job summary
Trust Grade (ST3+ Equivalent ) in Cardiology
Applications are invited for this fixed term full-time post to commence 02-08-2024 for one year in the first instance. The post holder's duties include responsibility for cardiology and general medical inpatients and cardiology clinics. Depending on the candidate's experience, there will opportunity for cardiac cath lab sessions and training in echocardiography. There is a library and a Postgraduate Medical Centre on site with an active teaching programme.
Some prior clinical experience in Cardiology is essential and it is desirable that applicants have obtained the MRCP.
Kingston Hospital NHS Trust is an equal opportunities employer.
***Please Note: Due to the high volume of applications, we may close this vacancy early***
Main duties of the job
To contribute to the delivery of inpatient cardiology care on Bronte ward
To support the multi-disciplinary team with discharge planning.
To provide educational and clinical supervision for the junior medical team, and for members of the multi-professional, multi-disciplinary, multi-agency teams.
To contribute to the development and delivery of the Kingston Hospital Cardiology Medicine Medical Student teaching programme
To contribute to the delivery of the clinical governance and risk management strategy for the Cardiology service
To provide internal cover for colleagues in the Cardiology Department, as required.
To deliver care in the Cardiology outpatient service.
About us
Kingston Hospital provides a full range of diagnostic and treatment services. The hospital supports some 420,000 people in the surrounding area including the boroughs of Kingston, Richmond, Roehampton, Putney and East Elmbridge. Kingston Hospital is one of the largest employers in the region and employs over 3,700 staff across the widest range of careers. We are proud of our reputation as the largest single site District General Hospital in London and our Maternity Unit is the second biggest in London. In a National survey, we were rated as the Best Maternity Service in London by, the National Health Watchdog, the Care Quality Commission.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Depending on experience we would be able to support specialist interests depending on the applicants developmental needs. For previous post-holders, this has included training in angiography, pacing and echocardiography
The opportunity to participate on the general medical rota will be discussed depending on the successful appointment of the candidate
Job description
Job responsibilities
Depending on experience we would be able to support specialist interests depending on the applicants developmental needs. For previous post-holders, this has included training in angiography, pacing and echocardiography
The opportunity to participate on the general medical rota will be discussed depending on the successful appointment of the candidate
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Eligible for Full/Ltd Registration with GMC
Desirable
- Current ALS provider
- Full MRCP or equivalent
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Completed F1, F2 and ST1 and 2 posts
- Previous experience in general medical specialities
Specific Additional Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
Management Skills
Essential
- Adaptive skills to changing working procedures and situations
Experience in Training, Audit and Research
Essential
- Proven record of clinical audit and quality improvement
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to work with colleagues as part of a team
- Commitment to personal development
- Enthusiastic
- Motivated to ensure the achievement of defined targets
- Potential to cope with stressful situations and take responsibility
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Eligible for Full/Ltd Registration with GMC
Desirable
- Current ALS provider
- Full MRCP or equivalent
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Completed F1, F2 and ST1 and 2 posts
- Previous experience in general medical specialities
Specific Additional Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
Management Skills
Essential
- Adaptive skills to changing working procedures and situations
Experience in Training, Audit and Research
Essential
- Proven record of clinical audit and quality improvement
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to work with colleagues as part of a team
- Commitment to personal development
- Enthusiastic
- Motivated to ensure the achievement of defined targets
- Potential to cope with stressful situations and take responsibility
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).
