Job summary This is a replacement post for an Interventional Cardiologist. The successful applicant will join 16 existing consultant Cardiologists and help, support and develop our services to deliver the highest quality care across Somerset. We can offer you a fantastic working environment, collaborative and supportive colleagues, and many opportunities to develop your career. Main duties of the job The applicant will be expected to participate in the primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PPCI) rota on a 1:6 basis, providing PPCI to the majority of Somerset patients (570,000). We have always worked closely with the Yeovil Cardiology department, and we provide angiography and PCI for the Yeovil catchment population. The applicant will be based at Musgrove Park Hospital Taunton contributing to the delivery of ward rounds, general cardiology, outpatient clinics and subspecialty sessions, with peripheral clinics as part of the job plan. About us At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer: Flexible working options to help you balance work and life NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work. We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds. Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London. The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy. Date posted 18 February 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 184-OL-MED-MED-2015 Job locations Musgrove Park Hospital Musgrove Road Taunton Somerset TA1 5DA Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Duties: The successful applicant will be based at Musgrove Park Hospital. They will contribute to general cardiology commitments and will undertake ward rounds on CCU and Fielding (the cardiology ward), general cardiology outpatient clinics, and subspecialty clinics where appropriate - there will be on average 2 clinics per week. Subspecialty work will also be undertaken at Musgrove Park Hospital but there may also be opportunity for sessions at Yeovil and outreach clinics at community hospitals. The successful applicant will contribute to the primary PCI rota 1:6. There will be flexibility to create a job plan timetable that meets the needs of the service and is attractive to the successful applicant. There will be provision of time for administrative tasks and SPA in line with the job plans of the other consultant cardiologists. Workload: Outpatient clinic templates are based on ABN and BCS guidelines for new and follow up patients. The ward work levels vary, but the time allocated in the job plan will reflect the average time taken per week/month covering the wards. Pacing lists are variable with operator but in general 3 simple devices or 2 complex devices are listed for each session. Complex echo lists are based on 45 minute slots for DSE and 60 minute slots for TOE. CT and MRI lists are run as per BSCI guidelines. Teaching and Supervision of Junior Medical Staff and Students: The post holder will be responsible for the professional supervision and management of junior medical staff. Where appropriate, the post holder will be named in the educational contract of junior staff as the person responsible for overseeing their training and as an initial source of advice to such doctors regarding their careers. In liaison with the Director of Postgraduate Medical Education the post holder will be required to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate education. They will join the other consultants in providing clinical teaching to Bristol and Plymouth medical students from years 3 and 5 and also to junior doctors. Study, Research and Continuing Professional Development: The post holder will be entitled to 30 days study leave within a 3-year period (pro rata for part-time posts) as stated in the Terms and Conditions of Service. The Trust is committed to ensuring that support is given for Continuing professional development and Medical Education. The post holder will be required to fulfil the requirements laid down by the relevant Royal College, and to fulfil the requirements for revalidation laid down by the General Medical Council. Research is encouraged, particularly when this is appropriate to the professional development of the successful candidate and to the service development of the department. Opportunities are available within the Trust with applications for funding co-ordinated by the Clinical Director. Audit: The post holder will be required to take part in the relevant national audits that apply to their work. The Trust has an audit department which supports and monitors such activity. There is an active Trust Clinical Audit Committee. Specialist Interest and Expertise: You will be encouraged to develop your special interests in line with the needs of the service. Clinical Governance: All clinical staff are accountable and responsible for their own clinical competence and should limit their actions to those for which they are deemed competent. Clinical staff are also required to comply with the requirements of their professional organisations regarding supervision. A mentoring scheme is available to all new Consultants. Administration/Budgetary Responsibilities: The post holders will have responsibility for undertaking administrative duties associated with the care of patients and the administration of the department. This is accounted for in DCC and SPA allocations. Management Duties: The post holders will attend and contribute to the cardiology multidisciplinary meetings and will attend and contribute to such other meetings as are necessary for the development of the service. Cover for Colleagues and Emergencies: The Cardiology Consultants will provide cover for team colleagues in their absence and deal with emergencies as the occasion demands. Appraisal, Job Planning and Mandatory annual training: The successful candidate will be required to participate actively in the annual appraisal and job planning process. In addition, you will be expected to attend mandatory annual update training. Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Duties: The successful applicant will be based at Musgrove Park Hospital. They will contribute to general cardiology commitments and will undertake ward rounds on CCU and Fielding (the cardiology ward), general cardiology outpatient clinics, and subspecialty clinics where appropriate - there will be on average 2 clinics per week. Subspecialty work will also be undertaken at Musgrove Park Hospital but there may also be opportunity for sessions at Yeovil and outreach clinics at community hospitals. The successful applicant will contribute to the primary PCI rota 1:6. There will be flexibility to create a job plan timetable that meets the needs of the service and is attractive to the successful applicant. There will be provision of time for administrative tasks and SPA in line with the job plans of the other consultant cardiologists. Workload: Outpatient clinic templates are based on ABN and BCS guidelines for new and follow up patients. The ward work levels vary, but the time allocated in the job plan will reflect the average time taken per week/month covering the wards. Pacing lists are variable with operator but in general 3 simple devices or 2 complex devices are listed for each session. Complex echo lists are based on 45 minute slots for DSE and 60 minute slots for TOE. CT and MRI lists are run as per BSCI guidelines. Teaching and Supervision of Junior Medical Staff and Students: The post holder will be responsible for the professional supervision and management of junior medical staff. Where appropriate, the post holder will be named in the educational contract of junior staff as the person responsible for overseeing their training and as an initial source of advice to such doctors regarding their careers. In liaison with the Director of Postgraduate Medical Education the post holder will be required to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate education. They will join the other consultants in providing clinical teaching to Bristol and Plymouth medical students from years 3 and 5 and also to junior doctors. Study, Research and Continuing Professional Development: The post holder will be entitled to 30 days study leave within a 3-year period (pro rata for part-time posts) as stated in the Terms and Conditions of Service. The Trust is committed to ensuring that support is given for Continuing professional development and Medical Education. The post holder will be required to fulfil the requirements laid down by the relevant Royal College, and to fulfil the requirements for revalidation laid down by the General Medical Council. Research is encouraged, particularly when this is appropriate to the professional development of the successful candidate and to the service development of the department. Opportunities are available within the Trust with applications for funding co-ordinated by the Clinical Director. Audit: The post holder will be required to take part in the relevant national audits that apply to their work. The Trust has an audit department which supports and monitors such activity. There is an active Trust Clinical Audit Committee. Specialist Interest and Expertise: You will be encouraged to develop your special interests in line with the needs of the service. Clinical Governance: All clinical staff are accountable and responsible for their own clinical competence and should limit their actions to those for which they are deemed competent. Clinical staff are also required to comply with the requirements of their professional organisations regarding supervision. A mentoring scheme is available to all new Consultants. Administration/Budgetary Responsibilities: The post holders will have responsibility for undertaking administrative duties associated with the care of patients and the administration of the department. This is accounted for in DCC and SPA allocations. Management Duties: The post holders will attend and contribute to the cardiology multidisciplinary meetings and will attend and contribute to such other meetings as are necessary for the development of the service. Cover for Colleagues and Emergencies: The Cardiology Consultants will provide cover for team colleagues in their absence and deal with emergencies as the occasion demands. Appraisal, Job Planning and Mandatory annual training: The successful candidate will be required to participate actively in the annual appraisal and job planning process. In addition, you will be expected to attend mandatory annual update training. Person Specification Qualifications Essential GMC registered Entry onto Specialist register with CCT in cardiology 6 months of date of interview for this post MRCP (UK) or equivalent ALS provide Desirable MD, PhD or equivalent Experience Essential Demonstrable commitment and enthusiasm for cardiology. Sub-speciality interest in coronary intervention with demonstration of significant experience commensurate with independent practice Desirable Other sub-speciality interest in imaging, or heart failure or devices Additional Criteria Essential Appropriate levels of clinical knowledge Shows awareness of own limitations Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical diagnosis and care of patients Clear, logical thought processes displaying an analytical/scientific approach. Evidence of ability to mentor staff, both medical and nursing Ability to prioritise clinical need Ability to effectively organise oneself and own work Evidence of participation in clinical audit Ability to take a lead in developing/managing a clinical area Ability to change and adapt their work practices to respond to rapidly changing circumstances Able to operate effectively under pressure, cope with setbacks, be self-aware Ability to move across sites on a daily basis where required Ability to take responsibility, show leadership, make decisions, exert appropriate authority Ability to see patients as people, empathise, work co-operatively with others, be open and non-defensive, and maintain a sense of humour Ability to use a non-judgemental approach to patients and colleagues regardless of their sexuality, ethnicity, disability, religious beliefs or financial status Ability to change and adapt their work practices to respond to rapidly changing circumstances Able to operate effectively under pressure, cope with setbacks, be self-aware Is well prepared, shows self-discipline/ commitment, is punctual and meets deadlines Shows enthusiasm and drive (self-starter, motivated, shows curiosity and initiative) Able to display honesty, integrity, awareness of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients Car owner and driver Person Specification Qualifications Essential GMC registered Entry onto Specialist register with CCT in cardiology 6 months of date of interview for this post MRCP (UK) or equivalent ALS provide Desirable MD, PhD or equivalent Experience Essential Demonstrable commitment and enthusiasm for cardiology. Sub-speciality interest in coronary intervention with demonstration of significant experience commensurate with independent practice Desirable Other sub-speciality interest in imaging, or heart failure or devices Additional Criteria Essential Appropriate levels of clinical knowledge Shows awareness of own limitations Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical diagnosis and care of patients Clear, logical thought processes displaying an analytical/scientific approach. Evidence of ability to mentor staff, both medical and nursing Ability to prioritise clinical need Ability to effectively organise oneself and own work Evidence of participation in clinical audit Ability to take a lead in developing/managing a clinical area Ability to change and adapt their work practices to respond to rapidly changing circumstances Able to operate effectively under pressure, cope with setbacks, be self-aware Ability to move across sites on a daily basis where required Ability to take responsibility, show leadership, make decisions, exert appropriate authority Ability to see patients as people, empathise, work co-operatively with others, be open and non-defensive, and maintain a sense of humour Ability to use a non-judgemental approach to patients and colleagues regardless of their sexuality, ethnicity, disability, religious beliefs or financial status Ability to change and adapt their work practices to respond to rapidly changing circumstances Able to operate effectively under pressure, cope with setbacks, be self-aware Is well prepared, shows self-discipline/ commitment, is punctual and meets deadlines Shows enthusiasm and drive (self-starter, motivated, shows curiosity and initiative) Able to display honesty, integrity, awareness of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients Car owner and driver 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 Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Address Musgrove Park Hospital Musgrove Road Taunton Somerset TA1 5DA Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)