Senior Clinical Fellow - Cardiology

The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a dedicated cardiology professional to join their dynamic team. This role involves providing essential ward support, working closely with consultants, and gaining valuable outpatient and procedural experience. You will participate in a 24/7 primary PCI service, ensuring high-quality patient care in a supportive environment. With a commitment to diversity and a flexible working culture, this organization offers a rewarding opportunity for professional growth in a respected NHS trust recognized for excellence in healthcare services.

Qualifications

• Extensive interventional cardiology experience and subspecialty training.
• High-volume PCI experience along with audit and research experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide ward support and work alongside consultants in cardiology.
• Participate in the on-call rota for a 24/7 PCI service.

Skills

Effective team working

Time management

Organisational skills

Leadership

Innovation

Problem-solving abilities

Education

MRCP or equivalent

Higher Medical Degree

Job description

The post holder will work in the cardiology department as an integral member of the cardiology and cardiothoracic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing ward support as a 'middle grade of the week' role, working alongside the consultant of the week to provide inpatient care for cardiology patients. They will also gain experience in outpatient clinics, as well as exposure to catheter laboratory procedures (including coronary angiography and pacemaker insertion) and echocardiography. The post holder will participate in the on-call rota, which is currently a 1:12 full shift system, including the provision of a 24/7 primary PCI service to Wolverhampton and the surrounding regions.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work in the cardiology department as an essential team member. Responsibilities include providing ward support, working alongside consultants, gaining outpatient and procedural experience, and participating in the on-call rota for a 24/7 PCI service.

About us

The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the West Midlands, offering primary, acute, and community services. We value diversity and are committed to creating a flexible working environment. We have been rated as 'Good' by CQC and have received awards for diversity and inclusion, and as a top UK employer for nursing staff.

Job description
Job responsibilities

General

• Participate in the departmental rota with colleagues.
• Provide cover during colleagues' leave.
• Engage in medical audit and research as appropriate.
• Ensure clinical governance requirements are met.
• Maintain adequate communication channels for hospital staff involved in patient care.

Junior Medical Staff

• Supervise junior medical staff in collaboration with Consultants and Senior colleagues.

Management & Service Development

• Optimize departmental staffing and resources for efficiency.
• Follow Trust policies, procedures, and financial instructions.

Clinical Governance

• Ensure compliance with clinical governance standards.

Health & Safety

• Adhere to health and safety policies and report hazards.

Any Other Duties

• Perform other duties as appropriate.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Essential: MRCP or equivalent, Higher Medical Degree.

Experience

• Extensive interventional cardiology experience, subspecialty training, high-volume PCI experience, audit and research experience, teaching experience.

Skills

• Effective team working, time management, organisational skills, systems knowledge, leadership, innovation, and problem-solving abilities.