Consultant Cardiologist

Applications are invited for the post of Consultant Cardiologist with any specialty interest that aligns with the requirements of the wider University Hospital of Tees Cardiology department.

This successful applicant will be the 9th Consultant Cardiologist to join the dynamic team at North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust on a permanent basis as we progress to forming a fully integrated Cardiology department with our colleagues at South Tees NHS Foundation Trust later this year.

Job summary

Applications are invited for the post of Consultant Cardiologist with any specialty interest that aligns with the requirements of the wider University Hospital of Tees Cardiology department.

This successful applicant will be the 9th Consultant Cardiologist to join the team at North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust on a permanent basis as we develop a fully integrated Cardiology department with South Tees NHS Foundation Trust later this year.

Main duties of the job

The appointee will be expected to participate in and share responsibility with the existing consultants for:

• The clinical workload of the department and service development
• The day-to-day running of the cardiology service
• The administrative affairs of the department
• Develop a further special interest according to the interests of the post-holder and the needs of the department, which may include cross-site working
• Maintain the highest clinical standards in the practice of cardiology
• Undertake responsibilities related to the specified special interests
• Provide cover for colleagues' annual leave and other absences
• Provide professional supervision and management of resident medical staff
• Participate in the management of the department, including attendance at relevant meetings

About us

At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust, our main priority is to provide safe, high-quality care to our patients every day-care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones.

We aim to be the best place to work by having the right staff in the right roles, supported by inclusive workplace initiatives, staff benefits, and opportunities for development. Recognition of staff efforts is important, with awards, performance reviews, and staff engagement activities.

We encourage staff involvement through networking events and surveys.

"Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool"

Job description Job responsibilities

Details of the job description, person specification, and main responsibilities are available in the attached document.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• GMC registration
• Entry in the GMC Specialist Register for Cardiovascular Medicine via CCT, CESR, or European Community Rights, or within 6 months of CCT date

Desirable

• MD, PhD, or MSc

Clinical experience Essential

• Training and clinical experience in General Cardiology

Desirable

• Research or innovative service development experience

Non-clinical experience Essential

• Experience in clinical audit
• Supervision of resident medical staff

Desirable

• Management and administrative experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a DBS check for previous convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from those requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome. Further info is available on the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Applicants must present a criminal record certificate from each country of residence over 12 months in the past 10 years, including adult dependants.

UK Registration

Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. Details are available on the NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer name: North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust

Address: University Hospital of North Tees, Hardwick Road, Stockton-on-Tees, TS19 8PE

Employer's website

Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 per year (Pro Rata Per Annum)