Job summary
This post is for a substantive Specialty Doctor in Cardiology. The post holder will work with the Consultant Cardiologists and will be expected to liaise with other disciplines within the Trust. The post consists of outpatient clinics, DSE and Echo lists and management of patients on the inpatient ward in conjunction with the Consultant Cardiologists.
The successful candidate will be based at Leighton Hospital, Crewe in the Cardiology Department, Division of Medicine and Emergency Care. Outpatient clinics may also take place at the Victoria Infirmary in Northwich.
The post is offered on a full time, or job share basis, the job plan being intended for a full time appointment with an opportunity to modify this if the post is offered on any other basis. The successful applicant must have full registration with the GMC and continue to hold a Licence to Practise.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to undertake 10 Programmed Activities per week which will be made up of 9 PAs of DCC and 1 PA for Supporting Professional Activities (SPA).
The DCC will comprise of ward round and clinics in the main but discussions will be held with candidates to discuss any sub specialty interest and factor these into the job plan if possible. There is no on-site catheter laboratory but the post holder will be encouraged to develop their echocardiographic and cardiac CT competencies. There are also opportunities to be involved in teaching/supervision of medical students and to undertake regular audit/research. There is no on-call commitment or general medical commitment to this role.
About us
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a full range of hospital and community services for people across East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester (population 357K). The Trust provides high quality planned and emergency care, cardiac, critical care,child health,maternity services and intermediate care at Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford.
The Trust provides over 500 beds and employs over 5,100 members of staff. A comprehensive range of community services is provided across 26 medical centres and schools through ourCentral Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership.
We have played, and continue to play, a proactive role in the development of Integrated Care plans across Cheshire & Merseyside and our local Cheshire East and Cheshire West Place-based systems. We believe, and it is the cornerstone of our five-year Trust Strategy, there is the opportunity to progress innovative, responsive and effective care in the best setting for the patient, be it in the hospital or out in the community.
At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be expected to:
- Support the Trusts commitment to developing a continuous improvement culture by making everyday improvements as part of your job using Improvement Matters, the Trusts single continuous improvement approach.
- Role model the behaviours of an improver displaying; curiosity, humility, compassion, reflective practice, open-mindedness to try new ideas, self-discipline.
- Take personal responsibility for the role you play in actively contributing to creating a culture which promotes learning as opposed to blame and supports colleagues to embrace change.
- Coach and enable others to innovate and make improvements happen in their area of work using Improvement Matters as the Trusts single improvement approach
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be expected to:
- Support the Trusts commitment to developing a continuous improvement culture by making everyday improvements as part of your job using Improvement Matters, the Trusts single continuous improvement approach.
- Role model the behaviours of an improver displaying; curiosity, humility, compassion, reflective practice, open-mindedness to try new ideas, self-discipline.
- Take personal responsibility for the role you play in actively contributing to creating a culture which promotes learning as opposed to blame and supports colleagues to embrace change.
- Coach and enable others to innovate and make improvements happen in their area of work using Improvement Matters as the Trusts single improvement approach
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- MRCP - part 1 or equivalent
Desirable
- Experience in functional imaging
- BSE Echo Accreditation
Fitness to Practice
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- Applicants knowledge is up to date and fit to practice safely
Desirable
Eligibility
Essential
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies
- Evidence of achievement of ST1 & ST2 competences
Desirable
- Good clinical care
- Good teaching and training
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- MRCP - part 1 or equivalent
Desirable
- Experience in functional imaging
- BSE Echo Accreditation
Fitness to Practice
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- Applicants knowledge is up to date and fit to practice safely
Desirable
Eligibility
Essential
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies
- Evidence of achievement of ST1 & ST2 competences
Desirable
- Good clinical care
- Good teaching and training
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).
