Job summary
- Main area
- Cardiology
- Grade
- Band 8a
- Contract
- Permanent: /
- Hours
- Part time - 7.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 070-HS001-0426
- Employer
- Powys Teaching Health Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Bronllys Hospital - TBC
- Town
- Bronllys
- Salary
- £58,379 - £65,723 per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 22/04/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Service Lead Cardiology
Band 8a
Be part of a 'Healthy Caring Powys' and help us transform the way we provide health and care, so our communities can Start Well, Live Well and Age Well.
The Agenda for Change Pay Award for 2026/27 is effective from 1st April 2026.
Please note successful applicants with a start date from 1st April onwards the salary will be as per the 2026/27 pay award. For further detail the pay circular is available via this link https://www.nhs.wales/files/pc-resources/afc-w-02-2026-pdf-pdf?ts=1773244958086
Job overview
A registered nurse or therapist the post holder will support the clinical and non-clinical duties associated with the commissioning and provision of a safe, high-quality, value-based, patient centred cardiology service across the whole pathway for Powys patients. This post works in collaboration with the Advanced Cardiac Physiologist and GPwSI for the service.
Responsible for clinical leadership and operational management for Powys Cardiology services and will support the transformation of cardiology services in Powys by working with senior clinicians and senior officers, including those in neighbouring District General Hospitals, in the planning, provision, improvement and development of a range of cardiology services.
Main duties of the job
Provide inspiring and innovative leadership that supports the implementation and development of high-quality, value-based, integrated patient-centred care across the whole cardiology pathway which respects and responds to the needs of individuals and their carers.
Support colleagues to provide overall strategic management, business planning and development of cardiology services for Powys patients, including supporting the commissioning of services provided out of county.
Contribute to the development and understanding of strategic direction of the service, department and Health Board.
Regularly evaluate clinical effectiveness and outcomes through audit and service review and develop a highly skilled workforce in all service areas.
Implement new service developments to improve service delivery, clinical outcomes and patient experience.
Working for our organisation
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won’t get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We’re also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy ’life work’ balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don’t speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don’t worry: the health board will support you with training.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Registered professional
- Master’s level qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience of working at this level
- Highly specialist knowledge underpinned by theory and practice
- Robust knowledge and experience of local protocols and national policy
- Non-medical prescriber
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Experience
Essential criteria
- Significant operational management experience, including experience of managing and developing multi-disciplinary or integrated pathway teams
- Experience of managerial and leadership practices and procedures within the specialty
- Experience of audit and research
- Experience of policy and procedural development
- Positive methods to managing service change and attitudes
- Proficient in multi-agency partnership working
- Proficient in dealing with highly complex and emotive issues
Aptitude
Essential criteria
- Demonstrate leadership skills, credibility and integrity and ability to manage through change
- Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills
- Excellent report writing and presentation skills adopting local process
- Professional approach to supervision and mentorship of team
- Communicate effectively with multi agency colleagues at all levels including negotiation and conflict skills
Desirable criteria
- Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.
Values
Essential criteria
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Professional outlook to work, with a positive view of change
- Demonstrate comprehensive personal management skills, including prioritisation
- Ability to engage positively with patients and colleagues
- Flexible in terms of working arrangements and travel to meet the needs of the Service
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.
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Donna Jones
- Job title
- Community Services Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07754451738
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