Job summary Guy's & St Thomas' Hospitals offer an exciting opportunity for a Fellowship in General Cardiology. This post is suitable for someone who wishes to obtain advanced training in Cardiology. The successful candidate will be responsible for contributing to both the inpatient and outpatient care of patients, on a full time basis, as part of a multidisciplinary team. The post will run for 6 months and possibility for extension. Main duties of the job Depending on the candidates preferences, there will also be opportunities for experience in advanced imaging (cardiac MRI and CT, advanced echo and nuclear imaging). If suitably trained, the candidate will be offered the option to join the general cardiology SpR on call rota alongside 15 other SpRs. 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. About us Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield - as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation. King's College Hospital is one of the largest and busiest in London, with a well-established national and international reputation for clinical excellence, innovation and achievement. The hospital provides a broad range of secondary services, including specialist emergency medicine (e.g. trauma, cardiac and stroke). The Partnership brings together the world leaders in heart and lung care and research across Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust (including Royal Brompton and Harefield hospitals), King's College Hospital and King's College London. In leveraging the best from each organisation our goal is to deliver the best cardiovascular and respiratory outcomes for people, wherever they receive care, and to improve the health and wellbeing of populations. Date posted 27 February 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £49,909 a year Plus additional allowances dependent on rota template Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 196-MED4732 Job locations Royal Brompton Hospital London SW3 6NP Job description Job responsibilities The post-holder will have additional responsibilities in assisting with both inpatient and outpatient care for Cardiology patients. This includes participation in relevant outpatient clinics each week, with appropriate supervision and support from consultants. Additionally, the post-holder will contribute to the care of patients on the wards and manage referrals. Alternatively, the time could be used to develop an audit or research project. Other duties may be required or developed as needed, depending on the post-holder's skills and the needs of the clinical service. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience, particularly in areas such as heart failure, Adult Congenital Heart Disease, Pulmonary Hypertension, and Intervention. It is well-suited for someone seeking to further their career either by applying for a consultant post with a special interest in general cardiology or by pursuing SpR (Specialist Registrar) training. For further details, please refer to the job description. Job description Job responsibilities The post-holder will have additional responsibilities in assisting with both inpatient and outpatient care for Cardiology patients. This includes participation in relevant outpatient clinics each week, with appropriate supervision and support from consultants. Additionally, the post-holder will contribute to the care of patients on the wards and manage referrals. Alternatively, the time could be used to develop an audit or research project. Other duties may be required or developed as needed, depending on the post-holder's skills and the needs of the clinical service. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience, particularly in areas such as heart failure, Adult Congenital Heart Disease, Pulmonary Hypertension, and Intervention. It is well-suited for someone seeking to further their career either by applying for a consultant post with a special interest in general cardiology or by pursuing SpR (Specialist Registrar) training. For further details, please refer to the job description. Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential MRCP completed or equivalent Full GMC Registration Desirable Postgraduate research On GMC Specialist Register or within six months of attaining CCT Clinical Experience Essential Comprehensive experience in Cardiology Knowledge and Skills Essential Ability to work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team. Competent in general medical procedures Good communication skills Desirable Evidence of contribution to effective clinical audit Research Essential Understanding of the principles and applications of clinical research Desirable Experience of clinical research Teaching Essential Experience of undergraduate teaching Desirable Experience in teaching echocardiography Experience in postgraduate teaching Management Essential Evidence of understanding of the role of clinical management Desirable Management training Evidence of participation in the development of clinical services Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential MRCP completed or equivalent Full GMC Registration Desirable Postgraduate research On GMC Specialist Register or within six months of attaining CCT Clinical Experience Essential Comprehensive experience in Cardiology Knowledge and Skills Essential Ability to work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team. Competent in general medical procedures Good communication skills Desirable Evidence of contribution to effective clinical audit Research Essential Understanding of the principles and applications of clinical research Desirable Experience of clinical research Teaching Essential Experience of undergraduate teaching Desirable Experience in teaching echocardiography Experience in postgraduate teaching Management Essential Evidence of understanding of the role of clinical management Desirable Management training Evidence of participation in the development of clinical services 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)