Consultant Cardiologist: Complex Device Implants & Imaging

East Kent Hospitals NHS Trust; Ashford; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

East Kent Hospitals NHS Trust invites applications for a Consultant Cardiologist specializing in complex cardiac devices. The role emphasises expertise in device implantation, follow-up, and management, with scope to develop a complementary interest in heart failure or cardiac imaging.

The department handles a 24/7 service with a 1:9 consultant rota, and supports growth in advanced imaging, PCI and device therapies across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Expertise in complex cardiac device implantation.
• Complementary specialist interest (heart failure or imaging) is desirable.
• Other related specialties welcomed if they complement service needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex device implantation and follow-up of patients with devices.
• Participate in device multidisciplinary meetings and governance activities.
• Contribute to service development and introduction of newer implantation techniques.
• Shape the job plan with the successful candidate’s skills and service needs.
• Provide on-call leadership across sites and manage device-related issues.

Skills

Device implantation

Heart failure interest

Cardiac imaging

Lead extraction

Clinical governance

Job description

East Kent Hospitals NHS Trust invites applications for a Consultant Cardiologist specializing in complex cardiac devices. The role emphasises expertise in device implantation, follow-up, and management, with scope to develop a complementary interest in heart failure or cardiac imaging.

The department handles a 24/7 service with a 1:9 consultant rota, and supports growth in advanced imaging, PCI and device therapies across multiple sites.