Job summary This post is for a Locally Employed Doctor (Higher) ST3 equivalent in Cardiology working full-time to commence as soon as possible until 04/08/2026. The successful applicant will work with a team of 15 consultants to provide and develop Cardiology services for the Trust. The appointee will be expected to participate in undergraduate and postgraduate education. The post is intended as a whole time appointment but applicants wishing to work part-time will also be considered and the programme will be modified accordingly. Main duties of the job The post holder will be expected to work with local managers and professional colleagues in the efficient running of the service. The appointee will To join the Cardiology team to deliver a first class Cardiology service and contribute to the development of the service Be accountable to the Clinical Service Lead, Dr R Watkin Support the directorate in meeting key performance indicators Deliver agreed standards of care and work, with MDTs, to improve standards where appropriate Provide continuing patient care in partnership with consultant colleagues across the 3 sites Support delivery of activity targets in line with activity plans and KPIs Allow greater flexibility through effective cover of sickness and annual leave Provide professional supervision, direction and training for junior medical staff Take an active role in audit, research, teaching and governance Participate in the middle grade on call rota OOH 1:8 weekdays; 1:9 weekends Participate in plans to lead to cost efficiencies across the Directorate Contribute to risk management procedures Ensure Continuing Professional Development targets are achieved About us We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this. Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to: Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives. UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work. University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital. Date posted 03 April 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £61,825 a year Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 12008 Job locations Heartlands Hospital Bordesley Green E Birmingham West Midlands B9 5SS Job description Job responsibilities Dr J Ment, Clinical Service Lead/Consultant Cardiology, telephone 0121 424 0744; email: jerome.ment2uhb.nhs.uk Job description Job responsibilities Dr J Ment, Clinical Service Lead/Consultant Cardiology, telephone 0121 424 0744; email: jerome.ment2uhb.nhs.uk Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBBS Full MRCP completed Full GMC Registration Experience Essential Wide experience in Cardiology and General Internal Medicine Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBBS Full MRCP completed Full GMC Registration Experience Essential Wide experience in Cardiology and General Internal Medicine 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 University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Address Heartlands Hospital Bordesley Green E Birmingham West Midlands B9 5SS Employer's website https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)