Continual Professional Development (CPD) Attention and aspiration to lifelong learning will be supported by the Specialty Group and the Trust to demonstrate safe, effective, knowledge based clinical capabilities. The post holder will have a reflective approach to their own practice and will agree to a programme of continuing professional development which meets his/her and service provision requirements. Completion of a revalidation ready appraisal annually and undertaking multisource feedback at least once every five years in order to meet the requirements for revalidation Management and Administrative Undertake administrative duties associated with the care of their patients and the running of clinical areas. Contribute to the effective leadership and management of the team encouraging constructive feedback and challenge from all involved. Produce and support solution-focused decisions based on fact and not anecdote through recognising the value of involving different professional contributions, applying your knowledge appropriately. Demonstrate financial awareness and understand the impact of you and your teams decisions. Delegate tasks effectively and appropriately with realistic expectations of others. Comply with health and safety policies and procedures. Research The post has dedicated time to perform research in the newly formed Institute of Cardio-Metabolic Medicine and the Trust sees research as a high-profile activity that compliments the service provided. The emphasis will be on exiting research studies looking at AF, sudden cardiac death and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). Studies that fall within the National Institute of Health Research portfolio and additionally attract external grant support, such as British Heart Foundation, would also be encouraged. The Speciality recognises that high quality research is an integral part of development and quality care and undertakes to support and encourage such activities wherever possible. Working closely with allied Universities (Warwick/Coventry) to develop bench to bedside research projects would be encouraged. Clinical Audit and Governance The Trust is committed to providing patient care of the highest quality. Job plans are constructed to allow practical sessional commitment for medical audit, clinical governance and continuing medical education. The post holder will be required to participate in clinical audit activities including clinical audit meetings. The post holder will have an objective team approach to and participation in the specialties efforts to monitor and improve standards and critical incident whilst actively supporting evidence-based guideline implementation. Job Planning A formal job plan will be agreed between the appointee and their Clinical Lead/Director on behalf of the Medical Director three months after the commencement date of the appointment. The job plan should be reviewed annually. It will cover all aspects of a consultants professional practice including clinical work, teaching, research, education and managerial responsibilities, including a clear schedule of commitments, both internal and external. It should include personal objectives, including details of their link to wider service objectives and details of the support required by the consultant to fulfil the job plan and the objectives. Mentor Support All new consultants are expected to choose a mentor from the Trusts list of trained mentors. Details will be provided during induction.