This post will contribute to a full range of in-patient and out-patient Cardiology services.

Separate Cardiology On-call rota with no commitment to the G(I)M on-call rota

The appointee will form part of a team of 6 cardiologists at St Richard's Hospital, Chichester who deliver a comprehensive outpatient and inpatient Cardiology service for patients from across the Trust.

We are seeking to appoint a Cardiologist with sub-specialty training in EP/Complex Devices to support the development of a local EP service and contribute to the General Cardiology On-call Rota.

There is the opportunity for regular EP sessions at Worthing Hospital and we are committed to expanding the EP service at Royal Sussex County Hospital with future opportunities to undertake EP sessions there.

Main duties of the job

The appointee will join the team of 5 other Consultant Cardiologists at St Richard's Hospital in Chichester in delivering a comprehensive outpatient and inpatient cardiology service for patients from across the Trust. The cardiology team provides daily in-reach to the Emergency Floor (where acute medical and surgical admissions are initially assessed and managed). As far as possible, the most appropriate patients from the Emergency Floor will be selected for transfer to the Cardiac Ward. There will be a regular commitment to outpatient clinic activity. Generic Cardiology referrals are divided between the consultants for triaging via the ERS system.

There will be a commitment to managing the administration generated by these activities including the reporting of investigations back to GPs and responding to GP correspondence.

This post will support the expansion of the complex devices service & contribute to the development of a local Cardiac Electrophysiology service.

Consultant input and support for the non-invasive Cardiology investigation services.

Teaching and supervision of medical students, junior medical staff & technicians/nurses.

The post will predominantly be based on the Chichester site, although sessions at Worthing Hospital will be available and tertiary sessions in Devices and EP will be encouraged.

Applicants are encouraged to take part in Audit and support junior team members in their Audit projects. There are opportunities for clinical research.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information regarding this role, please refer to the attached Job description and person specification

Person Specification

Experience/Qualifications

Essential

• oBasic medical degree
• oMRCP or appropriate specialist qualification
• oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
• oCCT in Cardiology or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
• Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC

Desirable

• Higher degree

Clinical Skills & Experience

Essential

• oTraining and extensive experience in general cardiology
• oExperience in Cardiology out-patient clinics
• oExperience and suitable training in heart failure or imaging
• oOverall experience and skillset that matches need of the department
• oEchocardiography
• oTemporary pacing Understanding of clinical risk management

Desirable

• oExperience in other related specialties
• oComplex device implants
• oElectrophysiology training and experience
• oCardiac imaging training and experience
• oBSE accreditation

Knowledge

Desirable

• Breadth of experience in and outside speciality

Organisation & Planning

Essential

• oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
• oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints

Desirable

• oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Teacing Skills

Essential

• oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

Desirable

• oRecognised teaching qualification

Academic & Research

Essential

• oEvidence of participation in audit

Desirable

• Research Experience
• Publications
• oPrizes and honours

Career Progression & Personal Attributes

Essential

• oAppropriate progression of career to date
• oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

St Richards Hospital

Chichester

PO19 6SE

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