Consultant Cardiologist

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust; Southampton; On-site; GBP 82,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A large NHS Trust in Southampton is seeking a Consultant Cardiologist with a special interest in electrophysiology. This role involves conducting electrophysiological studies, catheter ablation, and managing complex cardiac device implants. The successful candidate should possess an MBBS qualification, GMC registration, and experience in electrophysiology. The position offers excellent benefits including flexible working and opportunities for professional development, making it an attractive career option.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

35 days paid holiday (pro rata)

Generous pension scheme

NHS discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in CIED extraction procedures.
• Expertise in a field of advanced cardiac electrophysiology.
• Ability to respond efficiently to changing circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Conduct electrophysiological studies and catheter ablative procedures.
• Provide support and supervision in device follow-up clinics.
• Participate in outpatient clinics and on-call rotas.

Skills

Experience in catheter ablation

Proficiency in electrical devices implantation

Effective communication skills

Ability to work in multi-professional teams

Organisational skills

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

GMC registration with a licence to practise

CCT in Cardiology

Job description

Consultant Cardiologist with a special interest in electrophysiology

The closing date is 03 February 2026

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic team of cardiac rhythm cardiologists in the highly rewarding specialty of electrophysiology. As one of the first in the UK to become an established electrophysiology centre, Southampton continues to excel in service and research in all aspects of cardiac rhythm management with an international reputation. This is a replacement post and is intended to further the unit's expansion in service to the region with an emphasis on catheter ablation of complex atrial and ventricular arrhythmias. The candidate will also play a major role in advance device implant and management including system extraction. There is potential for the candidate to develop cardiac electrophysiology research in this centre.

The successful applicant should possess Membership of the Royal College of Physicians or equivalent post graduate qualification.

Where equivalent qualifications or experience are being offered, it is essential that candidates should provide confirmation of this from the relevant College or Faculty and attach the confirmation to the application.

Prospective applicants are encouraged to visit the Unit and meet the Cardiology Team by contacting the CRM secretaries, telephone: [phone]

Informal enquiries are also welcome by contacting: Dr Arthur Yue, telephone: [phone]

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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Job responsibilities

Cathlab work encompasses electrophysiological studies and catheter ablation of simple and complex arrhythmias, implantation and revision of low and high voltage devices including cardiac resynchronization therapy. There are opportunities to perform additional cathlab procedures at Hampshire Hospitals EP lab (HHT) to support joint expansion in both Trusts. The consultant provides a supervisory role for troubleshooting in device follow up clinics. They will perform weekly outpatient clinics and share the non-invasive CCU (1:18) and out-of-hours weekend on-call rota (1:12, subject to change). New consultant appointments in the Trust are currently paid 10 PAs.

For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for. It outlines the essential criteria for the role and is designed to support you in preparing your application by helping you evaluate how your skills, experience, and professional background align with the requirements of the role.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONThe successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003. Proposed interview date: 9th March 2026This vacancy closes on or before: 3rd February 2026

Person Specification

Qualifications, Training & Experience

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
• Proficiency in implantation and revision of cardiac implantable electrical devices (brady/tachy/CRT)
• Proficiency in ablation of atrial fibrillation and SVT
• Experience in CIED extraction procedures
• Expertise in a field of advanced cardiac electrophysiology
• Expertise in a field of advanced cardiac electrophysiology
• CCT in Cardiology

Aptitudes and skills

• Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams
• Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
• Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English).
• Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
• Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
• Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
• Awareness of own limitations and strengths
• Ability to support the non-invasive team in their daily workload

Living Trust Values

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust