Job summary
We are looking for an expert in Heart Failure, with linked skills in cardiac MRI or complex device implantation. Expertise in complementary areas such as Advanced Echocardiography, Inherited Cardiac Conditions, Maternal and Congenital Heart Disease or Cardio-oncology would be considered. This is a permanent appointment to a vacant position within a team of 18 full time consultants working across the organisation.
Main duties of the job
The Heart Failure service works closely with Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust to deliver comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services across the region. This is a permanent appointment to a vacant position within a team of 18 full time consultants working across the organisation.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 700,000.We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway.
We're on an exciting journey of transformation. With a new Medical School at the centre of our community, a focus on research, clinical leadership and making our trust a rewarding and friendly place to work, there's never been a better time to join us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please review the Supporting Documents section to access the full Job Description and Person Specification. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details at the top the page.
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Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
Desirable
- GMC Specialist Registration or will obtain within 6 months of interview date
- Research qualification or other post graduate degree
Skills and Qualifications
Essential
- Interventional Cardiology experience satisfying BCIS recommendations.
- Working NHS experience
- Experience in all aspects of clinical cardiology and emergency
Desirable
- Experience in complex coronary
Clinical Governance, Personal/Professional Attributes & Other Requirements
Essential
- Experience of Audit
- Understanding of clinical incident reporting & risk management
- Evidence of participation in annual appraisal
- Upholds and models the Trust values
- Adheres to the GMC code of conduct
- Can demonstrate the ability and willingness to travel across sites effectively
- Reside within an hour of all sites when on call
Desirable
- Experience of service improvement
- Previous involvement in education & training
- Interest in research & development
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.
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 .
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 .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Trust Wide
Kent
TN24 0LZ