Job summary CONSULTANT WITH AN INTEREST IN COMPLEX DEVICE IMPLANTATION THE JAMES COOK UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, MIDDLESBROUGH South Tees NHS Foundation Trust is looking to appoint a Consultant cardiologist with an interest in complex device implantation to join our existing team of 19 consultants.
This is an exciting opportunity to support the cardiac rhythm management and complex device implantation teamin a tertiary cardiac centre serving Teesside, Durham and parts of Cumbria and North Yorkshire.
Main duties of the job We are looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking cardiologist to join us and continue the development of the service.
You will join a friendly, dedicated team to provide bradycardia, cardiac resynchronisation, defibrillator implantation and general cardiology care.
The department has a national reputation for consistently providing high quality care, offering a comprehensive tertiary service.
In addition to established pathways of care we have an extensive leadless device programme as well as sub cutaneous device implants.
University Hospitals Tees is home to an active research team.
The successful applicant will work closely with consultant cardiologists and consultant cardiothoracic surgeons on The James Cook University Hospital site and with consultant cardiologists from referring hospitals.
There will also be increasing opportunities for cross site working with the development of the University Hospitals Tees group model.
About us The Tees Valley boasts vibrant towns, picturesque villages, breath-taking countryside and stunning coastlines and has the North York Moors National Park on its doorstep.
Excellent travel links mean London and Edinburgh are both just a couple of hours away by train.
Applicants should possess full GMC registration, MRCP or equivalent, and either already be on the Specialist Register or be within 6 months of receiving their Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) at the time of interview.
Evidence of sub-specialty training and significant experience in complex device implantation is essential.
Thisa whole time post (10 PA basis),however, candidates who are unable to work full time will be eligible to apply with the option of discussing modification of job content on appointment.
Job description Job responsibilities Details of the full job description and person specification are available to view when you click to apply for the vacancy and click on the about this job link and the documents will be attached at the bottom of the screen.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Full GMC registration MRCP or equivalent On the GMC specialist register for Cardiovascular Medicine through CCT, CESR or European Community Rights.
Applicants on an approved training program may apply if their expected CCT date is within 6 months of interview Desirable MD or PhD Training in appraisal techniques Clinical Experience Essential Evidence of advanced sub-specialty training in CRM Evidence of clinical audit Evidence of training and clinical experience in general cardiology Desirable Evidence of research or innovative service developments