Cardiothoracic Senior Clinical Fellow

NHS; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is offering a full-time Higher Fellow post in Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University Hospital of Wales. This role involves patient care, participation in teaching, and research activities for a duration of 12 months, with potential for extension. Candidates should have an MBBS or equivalent and GMC registration. The position offers a salary ranging from £46,324 to £71,814 per annum, making it an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking valuable experience in the UK healthcare system.

Qualifications

• 4 years full-time postgraduate training, in Cardiology.
• Training in radiation protection is required.
• Experience in thoracic surgery is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day care of patients in the unit.
• Participate in teaching commitments for students and staff.
• Engage in ongoing research and audit within the department.

Skills

Good communication in English

Current medical practice knowledge

Education

MBBS or equivalent

GMC certificate

Job description

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full‑time (40 hours a week and participation in the out‑of‑hours rota) Higher Fellow post in Cardiothoracic Surgery based at the University Hospital of Wales.

Posts are available to start as soon as possible for 12 months. The unit undertakes all types of adult cardiac surgery including off‑pump coronary surgery, complex mitral valve surgery, minimally invasive cardiac surgery and major surgery on the thoracic aorta including endovascular procedures and surgery for some adults with congenital heart disease.

These posts provide an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery and would be ideal for international candidates wishing to consolidate their knowledge through working in the UK. All posts are for one year with a possibility of extension thereafter.

Cardiff and Vale UHB is one of the largest health boards in the UK and is recognised as a teaching centre of excellence in a wide range of clinical services.

While these posts will not be recognised for postgraduate training they will take place in a teaching environment with ample learning opportunities.

A satisfactory disclosure check will be required of the successful applicant. In view of Border Immigration Agency regulations, all applicants must state their current immigration status including expiry dates.

Main Duties

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day‑to‑day care of patients on the unit and report to the Consultant Surgeons for whom they work. They will be exposed to all aspects of Cardiothoracic Surgery performed in the department, including peri‑operative care, operative management and outpatient work. The candidate will supervise the standards of clinical work of more junior staff and oversee teaching appropriate to their needs.

The successful applicant will also participate in the teaching commitments of the Cardiothoracic Surgery Department, including teaching undergraduates, nursing staff and postgraduate trainees.

All Junior Doctor posts in the UHB comply with the New Deal and the European Working Time Directive. The working pattern for this post will be advised before appointment.

The successful candidate will participate in ongoing research and audit activities within the department and will be encouraged to initiate projects of their own. The post holder will be invited to develop collaborative links appropriate to their research interests and is expected to present results at academic meetings and submit manuscripts to peer‑reviewed journals during the time they are in post.

Qualifications and Experience

• MBBS or equivalent
• Training in radiation protection
• 4 years full‑time postgraduate training, at least two of which in the specialty or equivalent
• GMC certificate
• DBS and health clearance

Desirable

• Intercalated degree, MSc or PhD
• Academic excellence
• Assessment of emergencies
• Audit and teaching experience
• Experience in thoracic surgery

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, especially regarding medical topics
• Up‑to‑date with current medical practices

Attitude and Characteristics

• Motivated and efficient
• Flexible and hardworking
• Ability to work as part of a team

Other Requirements

• Immigration status for the length of the contract
• Current UK professional registration

Job Details

• Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
• Grade: Doctor – other
• Salary: £46,324 to £71,814 per annum
• Contract: Fixed term, 12 months
• Working pattern: Full‑time
• Location: University Hospital of Wales, Heath Park Road, Cardiff, CF14 4XW

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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 (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled‑worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must provide 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 (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer Details

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
University Hospital of Wales
Heath Park Road
Cardiff, CF14 4XW

Employer website: https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)