Locum Consultant Interventionalist in Congenital Cardiology Consultant

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust; Leicester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust in the UK is seeking a consultant in paediatric cardiology to join their team. The role includes responsibilities in managing congenital heart disease, overseeing cardiac catheter procedures, and providing training for junior staff. Applicants should hold a medical degree with a specialization in paediatric cardiology. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team in a respected health service.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified doctor and registered with the relevant medical council.
• Experience in managing congenital heart disease cases is essential.
• Ability to conduct cardiac catheter procedures is required.

Responsibilities

• Cover on-call Rota for the cardiac Cath lab.
• Participate in outpatient pediatric cardiology duties.
• Train and supervise junior medical staff.

Skills

Collaborative work

Supervision of junior staff

Knowledge of congenital heart disease

Participation in multidisciplinary teams

Education

Medical Degree

Specialist training in paediatric cardiology

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• The Team is covering 1:3 the on-call Rota for the cardiac Cath lab in addition to the normal cover of the on calls for the general paediatric cardiology. The compensation is for the 1:3 on-call Rota.
• The appointed candidate will have to cover 2 PAs in the cardiac catheter as a first operator and another 2 PAs as a second operator in a turnover Rota of the cardiac catheter activity.
• Expectation to cover at least one of the pre-consent clinics for adult cardiac catheters which take place every Friday at Glenfield.
• The post holder will be expected to work collaboratively with wider paediatric cardiology team and senior interventionist colleagues as required.
• To participate in and continue to develop the Congenital Cardiology Interventionist service, working with existing team of paediatric and adult congenital cardiologists, surgeons, intensivists and anaesthetists.
• On-Call Cover Paediatric Cardiology rota currently 1 in 9 but may change with service changes in the future.
• Consultant of the week duties (currently 1 week in 9) but this may be less with future service developments.
• Supervise and train junior medical staff in all aspects of congenital heart disease.
• Work to help deliver the NHS England Congenital Heart Disease Standards & Specifications.
• To undertake outpatient duties for paediatric cardiology in the EMCHC outpatients department.
• To undertake outpatient duties for paediatric cardiology in one or more of the East Midlands Network Hospitals.
• Participate in the Congenital Heart Disease Network events and teaching.
• To encourage a multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of patients.
• Take part in multidisciplinary case conferences.
• To be involved in appraising and assessing juniors.
• To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit.

Working for Our Organisation

• Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
• We have four primary goals: high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellence.
• We embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
• Our values: we are compassionate, proud, inclusive, and one team.
• This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

https://www.uhleicester.nhs.uk

The East Midlands Congenital Heart Centre (EMCHC) located at Glenfield Hospital for the adult service and the Leicester Royal Infirmary for the paediatric service, and sits within the Women’s and Children’s Clinical Management Group.

It is a multidisciplinary service dedicated to the management of patients of all ages with congenital heart disease for the whole of the East Midlands, i.e. Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire, South Derbyshire, most of Lincolnshire, West Cambridgeshire (Peterborough), Northamptonshire, and parts of Warwickshire.

The collaboration of colleagues from paediatric and adult congenital cardiology, congenital cardiac surgery and paediatric intensive care to form a single seamless service has resulted in a safe, productive and happy working environment to the benefit of our patients.

A full range of services are provided with the exception of transplantation. Cardiological services are delivered by 14 consultant cardiologists and include a full range of interventional procedures including PPVI, device closure of septal defects, PDA's and collaterals.

There is a well-developed electrophysiological, fetal and adult congenital service. Intensive Care is provided for children in a dedicated PICU which also accommodates paediatric ECMO patients.

There are 12 consultant paediatric intensivists, who also support the COMET transport service and ECMO service provision.

The Congenital Heart Service in Leicester has grown markedly over the last several years with major expansion in both medical and surgical activity.

Application Process

Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.

Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you.

UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.

Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.

UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check. The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment. The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.

COVID 19 Risk Assessment

Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer.

The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors.

If it is identified that you are within a vulnerable category, we will endeavour to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.

Covid Vaccination Status

Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated.

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities.