Consultant Interventional Cardiologist

NHS; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Consultant Interventional Cardiologist to join their dedicated team. This role involves delivering high-quality care in a tertiary cardiac centre, focusing on coronary interventions and engaging in active research. The successful candidate will work in a collaborative environment, contributing to the development of cardiology services in the Tees Valley area.

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration required.
• Advanced sub-specialty training in PCI, including PPCI.

Responsibilities

• Deliver diagnostic coronary angiography and coronary interventions.
• Work closely with other Consultant Cardiologists and Cardiothoracic Surgeons.

Skills

Cardiovascular Medicine

Clinical Audit

Research

Education

MRCP or equivalent

MD or PhD

Job description

Job summary

CONSULTANT INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGIST

THE JAMES COOK UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, MIDDLESBROUGH

South Tees NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint a permanent consultant interventional cardiologist to join our team of 19 consultants. This role supports the 24/7 PPCI service and involves delivering ACS and elective coronary interventions at a tertiary cardiac centre serving Teesside, Durham, and parts of Cumbria and North Yorkshire.

Main duties of the job

We seek a dynamic, forward-thinking cardiologist to develop our service further. The successful candidate will join a friendly, dedicated team providing diagnostic coronary angiography, coronary intervention, and general cardiology care. Our department has a national reputation for high-quality care, offering comprehensive PCI services and engaging in active research. The role involves working closely with other Consultant Cardiologists and Cardiothoracic Surgeons at The James Cook University Hospital and with colleagues from referring hospitals.

About us

The Tees Valley offers vibrant towns, picturesque villages, scenic countryside, and stunning coastlines, with the North York Moors National Park nearby. Excellent travel links allow London and Edinburgh to be reached in a few hours by train.

Requirements

Applicants should have full GMC registration, MRCP or equivalent, and be on the Specialist Register or within 6 months of obtaining their CCT at the time of interview. Evidence of sub-specialty training in PCI, including PPCI, is essential.

Additional details

This is a full-time position (10 PA), but part-time applicants may be considered with modifications to job content. The position is initially offered on a one-year fixed-term basis.

Job specifics

• Post date: 16 May 2025
• Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 per annum
• Location: The James Cook University Hospital, Marton Road, Middlesbrough, TS4 3BW

Responsibilities and person specifications

Further details are available via the application portal under 'about this job'.

Qualifications (Essential)

• Full GMC registration
• MRCP or equivalent
• On the GMC specialist register for Cardiovascular Medicine (via CCT, CESR, or European rights). Applicants on approved training programs may apply if their CCT is within 6 months of the interview date.

Desirable qualifications

• MD or PhD
• Training in appraisal techniques

Clinical experience (Essential)

• Advanced sub-specialty training in PCI, including PPCI
• Experience in clinical audit
• Training and experience in general cardiology

Desirable experience

• Research or innovative service development evidence
• Interest in CTO PCI, CTCA, RACPC management

Additional requirements

This post is subject to DBS checks and requires UK professional registration. Applications needing Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome, with further details available on the UK Visas and Immigration website. Applicants must present a criminal record certificate from each country of residence in the past 10 years if applicable.