This is an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified clinician who shares our Trust's values, to join an enthusiastic cardiology team to develop the provision of cardiology services at Kingston Hospital.
Tocover thefollowingduties:
1. Toreviewinpatientsat KingstonHospitalwithabed baseof 36 (together with a Consultant colleague) andtoprovide in-reach for cardiology referrals.
2. ToundertakecardiologyoutpatientclinicsatKingstonHospital.
3. ToworkwiththeClinical Lead andservice-linemanagersto ensure theprovisionofhigh quality, effective care which meets operational standards.
4. Toactivelyparticipateineducationandtraining,medical/clinicalaudit,clinicalrisk management, clinical governance,and management activitiesof the service-line.
5. ToactivelyparticipateinContinuingProfessionalDevelopment(CPD)
6. Thepostholder willberesponsibleformanagingtheirownworkloaddailyandprioritising those tasks requiring immediate attention.
7. Therewillbeappropriatementoringofthe newSpecialistGradeprovidedwithintheTrust.
Development and staff wellbeing
Your growth and personal happiness matters to us. After all, we can’t expect the best from you if we don’t invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we’re committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.
To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.
We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly ‘shoutouts’ and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.
Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.
Job responsibilities
For further information relating to this post, please review the attached Job Description and person specification.
For further information relating to this post, please review the attached Job Description and person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
• Full GMC Registration with License to Practice
• Full MRCP or equivalent.
• Meets the criteria set out in generic capabilities framework for specialist grade.
Desirable
• Appropriate higher degree (e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent)
Clinical Experience
Essential
• At least 12 years practice (either continuous or in aggregate) as a doctor postgraduate and a minimum of 6 years in the relevant specialty in the Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades. Equivalent years’ experience in a relevant specialty from other medical grades including from overseas will also be accepted.
• General training in cardiology to specialist level or equivalent.
• Ability to offer and be accountable for full and independent expert diagnostic opinion
• Can evaluate and manage a patient, formulating a differential diagnosis and initiating an appropriate management plan.
Management Skills
Essential
• Able to communicate at a strategic and operational level
Desirable
• Attended management training course.
• Knowledge of finance/ budgets
Experience in Training, Audit and Research
Essential
• Demonstrable commitment and ability to teach and train undergraduates and junior doctors.
• Experience of clinical audit
Desirable
· Completed “Train the Trainers” course
· Relevant research articles in peer- reviewed journals.
Personal Qualities
Essential
• Demonstrate leadership skills within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to motivate staff, to facilitate appropriate changes in clinical practice and to work as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enthusiasm, and approachability.
• Commitment to continuing professional development.
This advert closes on Tuesday 25 Mar 2025