Job summary The post holder will have the opportunity to have dedicated adult pulmonary hypertension training including a full understanding of investigations, treatment and follow up of all forms of PH. This will include in-patient care, day-case review, and out-patient work, both virtual and increasingly face-to-face. The post-holder will gain experience in right heart catheterisation and cardiopulmonary exercise testing. They will also participate in regular MDT meetings and teaching ward rounds. They will work as a team with the consultants, clinical nurse specialists and junior doctors in the department. The post-holder will be expected to participate in audit, service improvement and clinical governance. There will be no on call commitment. The RBH PH Service places a strong priority on clinical research. The unit has also been successful in attracting funding from industry, charitable bodies and from the Department of Health. The Royal Brompton Hospital is a postgraduate teaching hospital which is closely associated with the National Heart and Lung Institute Division of Imperial College School of Medicine. Main duties of the job Clinical responsibilities To assist in the clinical services of the unit under direct consultant supervision To participate in in-patient, day-case and outpatient care of adults with PH To participate in the pre- and post-procedure care of adults with PH undergoing right heart catheterisation To supervise more junior members of medical staff and assist with their ongoing education To contribute to the weekly joint multidisciplinary clinical meetings To assist in the accurate collection of clinical data necessary for assessment and maintenance of service standards and the national PH Audit. Research responsibilities Research is a fundamental component of patient care. The postholder will have the opportunity to initiate and carry out research. This may continue from and build on previous research themes of the appointee. Clinical Governance The postholder will be expected to participate in clinical audit and comply with Clinical Governance as appropriate. Managerial Responsibility The post-holder will be expected to contribute to the education and training of peers and junior doctors. Education and Training There are weekly teaching ward rounds and excellent educational opportunities in the weekly MDT meetings. There will be opportunities for training in echocardiography, right heart catheterisation, cardiopulmonary exercise testing and other imaging modalities (including CMR). There are weekly general Cardiology registrar/Fellow training sessions. About us The Royal Brompton Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) unit is one of seven nationally commissioned centres in the UK. It was developed alongside the ACHD unit and maintains very close links, with shared patients and clinical team members. However, the PH service manages a full range of patients with PH with referrals from all over the South East and South of England with around 1000 patients, 800 of which are on specialist medications for PH. However, we also see patients from outside these areas. The service has recently expanded as the Royal Brompton Hospital has become part of GSTT Trust, with their PH service merging with ours. The service has an active and growing network of shared care centres, including: The John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford: University Hospitals Southampton; St George's Hospital, London; The Royal Berkshire Hospital, Reading; East Surrey Hospital and Frimley Park Hospital, Surrey. It fulfils all specifications of a commissioned centre for the management of PH and has a full range of comprehensive tertiary facilities. The unit has an active interventional programme. There is excellent access to other specialist respiratory and cardiology services. There are multiple specialist clinics covering all aspects of tertiary PH care. These include high-risk pregnancy, electrophysiology and transplantation. Date posted 05 November 2024 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £61,825 to £70,425 a year Yearly Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 196-MED4622 Job locations Royal Brompton Hospital London SW3 6NP Job description Job responsibilities Clinical responsibilities To assist in the clinical services of the unit under direct consultant supervision To participate in in-patient, day-case and outpatient care of adults with PH To participate in the pre- and post-procedure care of adults with PH undergoing right heart catheterisation To supervise more junior members of medical staff and assist with their ongoing education To contribute to the weekly joint multidisciplinary clinical meetings To assist in the accurate collection of clinical data necessary for assessment and maintenance of service standards and the national PH Audit. Research responsibilities Research is a fundamental component of patient care. The postholder will have the opportunity to initiate and carry out research. This may continue from and build on previous research themes of the appointee. Clinical Governance The postholder will be expected to participate in clinical audit and comply with Clinical Governance as appropriate. Timetable Monday AM WR Monday PM PH Day Cases & PH Research Meeting (2:30pm) Tuesday AM - WR / PH Clinic RHC List Tuesday PM RHC List Ward work Wednesday AM Teaching WR (weekly) CPET List Wednesday PM PH Day Cases Thursday AM WR / PH Day Cases Thursday PM SHO Teaching PH Clinic Friday AM 8AM: PH Clinic Friday PM PH MDT Managerial Responsibility and On Call The post-holder will be expected to contribute to the education and training of peers and junior doctors. There is no on call responsibility with this post. Education and Training There are weekly teaching ward rounds and excellent educational opportunities in the weekly MDT meetings. There will be opportunities for training in echocardiography, right heart catheterisation, cardiopulmonary exercise testing and other imaging modalities (including CMR). There are weekly general Cardiology registrar/Fellow training sessions. Conditions of Service The post is covered by the Terms and Conditions of Service for Hospital Medical & Dental Staff (England & Wales) and General Whitley Council conditions of service. The Contract of Employment will be held with Guys and St Thomass NHS Foundation Trust Full registration with the General Medical Council will be required. This job description sets out the key tasks and responsibilities of the post. It is essential that it be regarded with a degree of flexibility, so that changing needs of the service can be met. Trust mission To be the leading national and international centre for the diagnosis, treatment and care of patients with heart and lung disease, creating and disseminating knowledge through research and education Patient care To serve our patients by working with them to determine their needs, viewing the quality of care as being of paramount importance Research To translate the outcomes of research into improved patient care by evaluating new ideas and being innovative in how they are applied Education To provide education and training for our staff, while encouraging teamwork and valuing each member of the team for their involvement and specialist expertise Guys and St Thomas celebrates, respects and values the diversity of its staff and patients. We review our policies, procedures and practices to ensure that all employees, patients and carers are treated equitable according to their needs. We are actively committed to ensuring that no one who applies for a job, works or studys at the Trust, or accesses our services is discriminated against on the grounds of race, ethnicity, nationality, disability, religion or belief, age, gender identity, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity/paternity, or marital/civil partnership. Applications are welcomed from applicants with a disability. We can make reasonable adjustments and offer support and advice in a variety of ways throughout the application process. Equality of opportunity is our policy. As an organisation we are committed to developing our services in ways that best suit the needs of our patients. This means that some staff groups will increasingly be asked to work a more flexible shift pattern so that we can offer services in the evenings or at weekends. Flexible working We are committed to supporting all employees to achieve a healthy work life balance and to work in a way that is best for them and our patients. We will consider all requests to work flexibly, taking in to account the individuals personalcircumstances as well the needs of the service. We encourage all prospective applicants to discuss their individual circumstances with the recruiting manager as part of the on-boarding process. Your e-mail address is important to us -We communicate to all job applicants via the e-mail address which has been provided on the application form. Please ensure that you check your e-mail on a regular basis. Please apply for this post by clicking "Apply Online Now." Job description Job responsibilities Clinical responsibilities To assist in the clinical services of the unit under direct consultant supervision To participate in in-patient, day-case and outpatient care of adults with PH To participate in the pre- and post-procedure care of adults with PH undergoing right heart catheterisation To supervise more junior members of medical staff and assist with their ongoing education To contribute to the weekly joint multidisciplinary clinical meetings To assist in the accurate collection of clinical data necessary for assessment and maintenance of service standards and the national PH Audit. Research responsibilities Research is a fundamental component of patient care. The postholder will have the opportunity to initiate and carry out research. This may continue from and build on previous research themes of the appointee. Clinical Governance The postholder will be expected to participate in clinical audit and comply with Clinical Governance as appropriate. Timetable Monday AM WR Monday PM PH Day Cases & PH Research Meeting (2:30pm) Tuesday AM - WR / PH Clinic RHC List Tuesday PM RHC List Ward work Wednesday AM Teaching WR (weekly) CPET List Wednesday PM PH Day Cases Thursday AM WR / PH Day Cases Thursday PM SHO Teaching PH Clinic Friday AM 8AM: PH Clinic Friday PM PH MDT Managerial Responsibility and On Call The post-holder will be expected to contribute to the education and training of peers and junior doctors. There is no on call responsibility with this post. Education and Training There are weekly teaching ward rounds and excellent educational opportunities in the weekly MDT meetings. There will be opportunities for training in echocardiography, right heart catheterisation, cardiopulmonary exercise testing and other imaging modalities (including CMR). There are weekly general Cardiology registrar/Fellow training sessions. Conditions of Service The post is covered by the Terms and Conditions of Service for Hospital Medical & Dental Staff (England & Wales) and General Whitley Council conditions of service. The Contract of Employment will be held with Guys and St Thomass NHS Foundation Trust Full registration with the General Medical Council will be required. This job description sets out the key tasks and responsibilities of the post. It is essential that it be regarded with a degree of flexibility, so that changing needs of the service can be met. Trust mission To be the leading national and international centre for the diagnosis, treatment and care of patients with heart and lung disease, creating and disseminating knowledge through research and education Patient care To serve our patients by working with them to determine their needs, viewing the quality of care as being of paramount importance Research To translate the outcomes of research into improved patient care by evaluating new ideas and being innovative in how they are applied Education To provide education and training for our staff, while encouraging teamwork and valuing each member of the team for their involvement and specialist expertise Guys and St Thomas celebrates, respects and values the diversity of its staff and patients. We review our policies, procedures and practices to ensure that all employees, patients and carers are treated equitable according to their needs. We are actively committed to ensuring that no one who applies for a job, works or studys at the Trust, or accesses our services is discriminated against on the grounds of race, ethnicity, nationality, disability, religion or belief, age, gender identity, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity/paternity, or marital/civil partnership. Applications are welcomed from applicants with a disability. We can make reasonable adjustments and offer support and advice in a variety of ways throughout the application process. Equality of opportunity is our policy. As an organisation we are committed to developing our services in ways that best suit the needs of our patients. This means that some staff groups will increasingly be asked to work a more flexible shift pattern so that we can offer services in the evenings or at weekends. Flexible working We are committed to supporting all employees to achieve a healthy work life balance and to work in a way that is best for them and our patients. We will consider all requests to work flexibly, taking in to account the individuals personalcircumstances as well the needs of the service. We encourage all prospective applicants to discuss their individual circumstances with the recruiting manager as part of the on-boarding process. Your e-mail address is important to us -We communicate to all job applicants via the e-mail address which has been provided on the application form. Please ensure that you check your e-mail on a regular basis. Please apply for this post by clicking "Apply Online Now." Person Specification Qualifications/Training Essential MB BS or equivalent Desirable Intercalated or higher degree Experience Essential At least 24 months' experience in medicine, and attainment of CT1 and CT2 competences (or equivalent) in medicine Desirable 3 years of cardiology, respiratory or other relevant training, such as rheumatology. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Essential Understanding of clinical risk management Desirable Understanding of NHS, clinical governance & resource constraints; management / financial awareness; experience of committee work Person Specification Qualifications/Training Essential MB BS or equivalent Desirable Intercalated or higher degree Experience Essential At least 24 months' experience in medicine, and attainment of CT1 and CT2 competences (or equivalent) in medicine Desirable 3 years of cardiology, respiratory or other relevant training, such as rheumatology. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Essential Understanding of clinical risk management Desirable Understanding of NHS, clinical governance & resource constraints; management / financial awareness; experience of committee work 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Brompton Hospital London SW3 6NP Employer's website https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)