Secondary Care - Cardiology Consultant Lead

NHS; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking an experienced Cardiology Consultant Lead in South Africa. This role combines clinical excellence and leadership, overseeing a cardiology team and improving patient care. Candidates should hold full GMC registration and have at least 2 years of post-qualification experience in Cardiology. Excellent work-life balance and additional benefits are offered, including generous annual leave and employee support programs.

Benefits

25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays

Additional day off on your birthday

Employee Assistance Programme

Salary sacrifice schemes

Qualifications

• Full registration with the GMC and a licence to practice.
• Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in Cardiology.
• Commitment to continuing professional development and evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and supervise cardiac physiologists and the wider cardiology team.
• Conduct audits of clinical standards to improve patient care.
• Oversee quality assurance and ensure compliance with policies.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Clinical audits experience

Education

MRCP or equivalent

Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for Cardiology

Job description

Job Summary

Cardiology Consultant Lead – Hybrid (Remote and North East London)

Responsible to: Medical Director (Clinical) and Service Manager (Operations)

Omnes Healthcare is seeking an experienced and dynamic Cardiology Consultant Lead to join our growing team. This role offers the opportunity to combine clinical excellence with leadership responsibilities, contributing to the development and delivery of a high‑quality, patient‑focused cardiology diagnostics service in a community setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and supervise cardiac physiologists and the wider cardiology team.
• Support clinician decision‑making and provide second opinions within the service.
• Conduct audits of clinical standards, contributing to continuous improvement in patient care and safety.
• Develop, review and approve clinical protocols and care pathways.
• Support post‑graduate education and training within the service.
• Maintain effective communication with patients, referring clinicians and external stakeholders.
• Maintain effective and responsive communication with other members of the Omnes team.
• Oversee quality assurance, ensuring compliance with company policies, national guidelines and safety standards.
• Assist in strategic planning, service development and implementing innovative ways of working to improve efficiency, clinical pathways and reduce costs.
• Identify and support ways that the service could be delivered more effectively via digital methods and innovative technologies.
• Take part in clinical appraisals.
• Organise and attend monthly meetings remotely and/or face‑to‑face when required.
• Provide support in attending meetings with relevant stakeholders, as required.

Essential Requirements

• Full registration with the GMC and a licence to practice.
• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for Cardiology.
• MRCP or equivalent and membership of a Royal College of Physicians in the UK (or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years post‑qualification experience in Cardiology.
• Experience in clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives.
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Commitment to continuing professional development and evidence‑based practice.

Benefits

• Excellent work–life balance.
• Supportive working environment.
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.
• An additional day off on your birthday.
• Access to NHS discount and support schemes.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Salary sacrifice schemes (electric car, cycle to work).
• Life insurance (3 × salary), healthcare cash plan, charitable giving scheme and occupational health support.

Our Core Values

• Caring – Respect and compassion in everything we do.
• Inclusive – Empowering diverse voices and teamwork.
• Evolving – Driving continuous improvement and innovation.
• Ambitious – Striving for high standards and real impact.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Due to the volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including ethnic minority groups and people with disabilities.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and it will be necessary to submit a Disclosure and Barring Service check to confirm no previous criminal convictions.