Consultant Cardiologist

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive healthcare organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Consultant Cardiologist with subspecialty expertise in devices heart failure. This role includes a mix of clinical tasks, such as ward rounds and general clinics, along with opportunities for teaching and research. The position is supported by a modern department and offers benefits like flexible working options, NHS pension scheme, and generous leave. The location provides a blend of countryside and city living, perfect for career building.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Career development focus

Blue Light Card benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in providing specialist cardiology care.
• Ability to engage in teaching and research activities.
• Familiarity with pacing lists and heart-failure services.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist cardiology care including ward rounds and clinics.
• Participate in weekend CCU ward round rota.
• Support teaching of junior doctors and engage in clinical governance.

Skills

Subspecialty expertise in devices heart failure

Teaching and supervision skills

Audit and clinical governance participation

Education

Consultant Cardiologist qualifications

Job description

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a Consultant Cardiologist with subspecialty expertise in devices heart failure to join our progressive and collaborative Cardiology team at Musgrove Park Hospital, part of Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. You will become part of a dynamic department of 15 consultant cardiologists delivering high‑quality care across Somerset, supported by state‑of‑the‑art facilities and a strong multidisciplinary team. This role offers a fantastic mix of clinical work, including ward rounds, general cardiology clinics and subspecialty sessions, with flexibility to shape your job plan around your interests. Our department boasts three advanced catheter labs, a 9‑bed CCU, comprehensive imaging services (echo, CT, MRI) and a thriving pacing and devices service performing over 550 procedures annually. You will also have opportunities to contribute to teaching, research and service development, supported by a responsive management team and a clinically led improvement network.

Responsibilities include providing specialist cardiology care including ward rounds, general clinics and subspecialty device sessions. You will contribute to the weekend CCU ward round rota (no acute medical on‑call), undertake pacing lists (simple and complex devices) and support heart‑failure services. You will participate in teaching, supervision of junior doctors and undergraduate education, as well as engage in audit, clinical governance and research activities.

Benefits

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long‑term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
• Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining and leisure activities, as well as NHS‑specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we are committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty and the breathing coastlines, with vibrant cities such as Bristol, Bath and Exeter just a short drive away – and only two hours to London. The region is home to excellent educational facilities and, with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it is a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all – the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.