Job summary
- Main area
- Cardiology
- Grade
- NHS Medical & Dental: Local Appointment nodal point 4 (MT04)
- Contract
- Fixed term: 12 months (1:13 on call rota)
- Hours
- Full time - 40 hours per week (1:13 on call rota)
- Job ref
- 349-WTWA-7786824-RL4
- Employer
- Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Manchester Royal Infirmary
- Town
- Manchester
- Salary
- £65,048 PA
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 16/03/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Senior LED in Cardiac Intervention and Patent Foramen Ovale Closure
NHS Medical & Dental: Local Appointment nodal point 4 (MT04)
Job overview
The post will predominantly focus on Intervention and Patient foramen Ovale closure. The post holder will be expected to contribute fully to the Intervention and PFO services, which are delivered on all sites across MFT; this post will be primarily based at Manchester Royal Infirmary. Furthermore the post holder will be an integral part of the Intervention team, helping to develop the service as part of the single hospital service programme of work.
There will be an expectation on the postholder to contribute to outpatient clinics, catheter lab activity and on-call rotas.
The post holder will provide extensive support to the catheter lab Interventional programme, and will be expected to work within the team who deliver a wide-ranging suite of procedures.
Main duties of the job
Patent Foramen Ovale Closure
We are a commissioned centre for PFO closure and have had a flourishing service since 2019. Over 2024, we did 142 PFO closure procedures and are one of the highest volume centres in the UK. We pride ourselves on minimal X-ray exposure to patient and staff with the procedure being done predominantly with the assistance of intracardiac echocardiography (ICE). The fellow will have opportunities to partake in a regular weekly PFO closure list and clinic. There is an alternative week MDT during which the fellow will present cases and facilitate discussion. We expect our fellow, by the end of their year, to be proficient in both the procedure and ICE use. We all expect them to learn all the fundamental aspects of running a PFO service.
Please see job description.
Working for our organisation
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to progress your career.
With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.
We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.
At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.
If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow’s healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU—for our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions—is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application!
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Person specification
Essential
Essential criteria
- Mb ChB, MRCP or equivalent
- Broad training in general cardiology as a middle grade
- Extensive training in Intervention
- Evidence of competence in Intervention
- Relevant experience in organisation and undertaking of audit
- Ability to integrate with MDT
- Excellent communication skills
- Research and evidence base to practice
- MRCP or equivalent
Desirable criteria
- Research and publications relevant to post
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Dr Ferrah Choudhary
- Job title
- Consultant Cardiologist
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0161 276 8520
- Additional information
Sarah Picken, [email protected]
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