Paediatric Cardiologist with Interest in Cardiac Intervention

The directorate of children's cardiac services includes congenital cardiac surgery and paediatric cardiology, where the team work closely with the paediatric intensive care and the WATCh transport service for the Southwest and South Wales. We have a close relationship with our colleagues in the division of Specialised Services who provide services for adult cardiology/congenital heart disease ('CHD') patients, and the Division of Diagnostics and Therapeutics which include radiologists with an interest in cardiac imaging. BRHC constitutes the Level 1 CHD centre within the South West and South Wales CHD Network, which is supported by a clinical director together with specialist nursing, administrative and managerial support.
There are very close links with the level 2 congenital cardiology service at the University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff. We serve a population of approximately 7 million people. We provide a full range of services for children with congenital heart disease, together with short-term mechanical support (ECMO) where indicated - but excluding long-term mechanical support and transplantation.
Main duties of the job
The Paediatric cardiology department comprises of approximately 11 whole-time equivalent paediatric cardiologists with various interests and specialities. There is a 1:10 on call paediatric cardiology rota and a 1:3 paediatric cardiology intervention rota. All consultants deliver between four and five 'service weeks' per year. There is an expectation that you will take part in the Regional CHD Network and will provide 'tertiary' clinics in at least one of our referring District Hospitals. You will also attend joint cardiac conferences and provide general paediatric cardiology clinics and have a significant role to play in the provision of an outstanding paediatric cardiology service for our patients with congenital heart disease. This a substantive post to start as soon as possible.
This role is for a full-time Paediatric Cardiologist with sub-speciality interest in Cardiac Intervention based primarily at the Bristol Royal Hospital for Children. The Clinical Director for Paediatric Cardiac Services is Dr Andrew Tometzki and the lead for Paediatric Cardiac intervention is Dr Demetris Taliotis.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description including the main responsibilities and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Interviews will be held on 17th June 2024
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Full and specialist registration in either AIM or GIM with the General Medical Council (GMC)
Eligible for specialist registration within approximately six months of interview (for example after submission of CESR documentation)
Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or evidence of being within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview
Desirable
Higher academic qualification
Training and Experience
Essential
Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in paediatric cardiology and cardiac intervention
Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
Desirable
Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust's service strategy
Clinical Knowledge and Skills
Essential
Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
Desirable
Broad range of IT skills
Clinical Governance, Audit
Essential
Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation, including submission of quality/performance data to national audit programmes
Positive approach to evidence-based practice
Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence thereof
Research
Essential
Knowledge of the principles involved in research
Evidence of involvement in research
Evidence of peer-reviewed research papers
Desirable
Ability to increase the academic profile of the department
Teaching and Training
Essential
Experience of teaching medical students.
Experience of supervising trainees.
Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
Formal teaching qualification
Management & Leadership
Essential
Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it
Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
Ability to practice independently as a consultant
Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
Desirable
Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures
Management experience
Interpersonal, Communication and Team Working Skills
Essential
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues.
Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English.
Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
Ability to be a flexible team member
Any other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes
Essential
Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
Awareness of personal limitations
Desirable
Ability to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
Other
Essential
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the 4 Trust values
Meets professional health requirements
Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role
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