Job overview

Are you a dynamic and forward-thinking cardiologist ready to make a real impact? We’re excited to welcome a new Consultant Cardiologist to join our growing, innovative Cardiology team at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust.

This post is a key part of our ongoing strategy to expand and enhance cardiology services across our sites, with a strong focus on collaboration with the local Integrated Care System to deliver high-quality, patient-centred cardiovascular care.

As a Consultant Cardiologist, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our service, contributing to both clinical excellence and service development.

The post will be primarily based at Hinchingbrooke Hospital, where you will support the inpatient cardiology service and deliver general cardiology outpatient care. Depending on your interests and service needs, there is potential to incorporate sessions in cardiac imaging, pacing, or diagnostic angiography, to be agreed by mutual discussion.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed colleague who values teamwork, innovation, and service improvement. In return, we offer a supportive working environment, opportunities for continued professional development, and a genuine chance to make a difference in the delivery of cardiology care across our region.

If you’re ready to join a collaborative and growing team with strong ambitions for the future of cardiovascular health, we’d love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

The role offers a 10 PA commitment, with 8.5 PAs dedicated to direct clinical care and 1.5 PAs allocated for supporting professional activities (SPAs). Initially, there will be no on-call requirements.

Key Responsibilities include:

·        - Deliver high-quality, patient-centred care, promoting innovation and excellence in the field of cardiology.

·      - Provide comprehensive general cardiology services, including responsibility for outpatient clinics, inpatient ward rounds, and acute cardiology admissions.

·       - Share responsibility for the day-to-day operational management of cardiology services and contribute to the development and implementation of strategic service plans.

·       -  Actively participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings to support integrated patient care and contribute to clinical governance activities, including audit and quality improvement initiatives.

·       - Engage in teaching and training of junior medical staff, medical students, and other healthcare professionals, and participate in continuing medical education and professional development.

·       - Foster a collaborative and supportive environment by being an approachable and professional clinician and colleague.

Working for our organisation

We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.

In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet.

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles.  Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.