Post available from August 2024 for one year (extension available)

Structural Heart Disease training. Cardiology Fellow with focus on Structural Heart Disease training and research. Also ongoing experience in coronary intervention, the acute cardiology service, the primary PCI on-call rota and a clinic per week. There is a busy Research programme to support and opportunities to write papers.

Interested applicants should contact Professor David Hildick-Smith or Dr James Cockburn (david.hildick-smith@nhs.net and james.cockburn1@nhs.net) This post is open to applicants who hold GMC registration.

We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications

Main duties of the job

This is a full-time position with options for Consultant-level on-call duties (with backup), depending on the level of training.

It would benefit a senior trainee with an interest in structural intervention. You will be able to train extensively in structural interventions with first-operator experience in TAVI, PFO and ASD closure, LAAO and other structural interventions. You will run the Structural Heart meetings for aortic and mitral MDTs and will work closely with the two clinical Specialist Nurses and eight research nurses. There are 10 structural trials running at any one time and over 40 Cardiology trials and you will be available at times to support Nicola Skipper, Lead Cardiology Research Sister.

The SpR will be attached to named consultant Professor David Hildick-Smith and Dr James Cockburn.

If required the successful candidate will also join the oncall team and on occasion be involved with the day to day care of adult cardiology patients.

The post holder accepts that he / she will also perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate consultant, in consultation, where practicable, with his / her colleagues, both senior and junior.

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

Please see the job description and the person specification attached to the advert for further details

Person Specification

Experience/ Qualifications

Essential

• Basic medical degree
• Postgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification
• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
• Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or Equivalent

Desirable

• An intercalated BCc degree

Clinical Skills and Experience

Essential

• Understanding of clinical risk management
• An ability to communicate well with patients and staff

Desirable

• Previous experience of clinical research
• Evidence of publication in peer-reviewed journals

Knowledge

Desirable

• Breadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation and Planning

Essential

• Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
• Good organizational skills and ability to manage several tasks simultaneously
• Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints

Desirable

• Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Academic and Research

Essential

• Evidence of participation in audit

Desirable

• Research experience
• Publications
• Prizes and honors

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Evidence of Good communication skills both oral and written

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE

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