Senior Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Cardiology

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS is seeking a Senior Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Cardiology at Guy's and St Thomas' Foundation Trust. The role includes contributions to inpatient care of congenital heart disease, outpatient clinical support, and involvement in teaching and training activities.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years' experience in clinical/academic medicine or post-CCT required.
• At least 6 months experience in paediatric cardiology.
• Experience in teaching methodologies and audits.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to inpatient treatment of patients with congenital heart disease.
• Provide clinical support alongside other registrars in outpatient clinics.
• Engage in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Teaching

Education

MRCP or MRCPCH (or equivalent)

Full GMC Registration with a license to practice

Job description

Go back Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Senior Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Cardiology

The closing date is 22 June 2025

This is a fixed-term post that offers the postholder exposure to a wide range of paediatric cardiology. There is a possibility of extension, depending on staffing levels and the incumbent's career needs. The postholder will gain experience in all areas of paediatric cardiology, with most of their time dedicated to participating in clinical service activities.

Main duties of the job

The main objectives of this post are:

• Contribute to inpatient treatment of patients with congenital heart disease
• Provide clinical support alongside other registrars/fellows in outpatient clinics
• Participate in clinical and service activities to ensure high standards of patient care
• Engage in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training

About us

Evelina London Children's Hospital (ELCH) is the second-largest provider of acute children's services in London, offering secondary and tertiary services to south London and south east England. We also provide community services to Lambeth and Southwark. On 1st February 2021, the Royal Brompton and Harefield Hospitals joined Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, aiming to become a global leader in research and treatment of heart and lung diseases.

Job responsibilities

For detailed duties and responsibilities, please see the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications / Training

• Full GMC Registration with a license to practice (or evidence of eligibility)
• MRCP or MRCPCH (or equivalent)
• For NP5 salary point: At least 7 years' experience in clinical/academic medicine or post-CCT

Clinical Experience & Skills

• At least 6 months experience in paediatric cardiology
• Experience in congenital echocardiography
• EACVI accreditation in congenital heart disease
• At least 6 months experience in general paediatrics or neonatal medicine at registrar/fellow level

Research & Teaching

• Experience teaching junior medical staff and allied health professionals
• Experience in audits, presentations, and local teaching related to paediatric cardiology
• Formal training in teaching methodologies
• Peer-reviewed publications or presentations at a national level in paediatric cardiology

Non-clinical Skills, Leadership & Management

• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Capability to plan and undertake own work responsibly
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Awareness and positive attitude towards equal opportunities in healthcare and education
• Evidence of career progression and medium-term goals

Good Medical Practice

• Understanding and adherence to GMC principles of Good Medical Practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post requires a DBS check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Dependent on experience