What are the responsibilities and job description for the Consultant Paediatric Cardiologist position at University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust?

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We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust.

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 Southwest 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. All consultants deliver between four and six ‘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 from May 2025.

This role is based primarily at the Bristol Royal Hospital for Children. The lead for Paediatric Cardiac Services is Patricia Caldas.

Working for our organisation

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.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specifications for further details of this position.

Person specification

Qualifications & Training

Full Specialist registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) or
Achievement of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in relevant paediatric subspeciality, or
Evidence of being within six months of award of CCT by date of interview
Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent Specialist registration in Paediatric Cardiology with the GMC
Eligible for specialist registration in Paediatric Cardiology within approximately six months of interview (for example after submission of CESR documentation)

Experience

Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Paediatric Cardiology

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

Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty

Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty

Broad range of IT skills

Clinical Governance and Audit

Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies

Recent record of clinical governance, audit, or quality improvement project

Positive approach to evidence-based practice.

Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation

Research

Knowledge of the principals involved in research.

Evidence of participation and contribution in clinical research

Evidence of peer review research papers and presentations / posters at academic meetings

Ability to increase the academic profile of the department

Teaching and Training

Experience of teaching medical students.

Experience of supervising trainees.

Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team

Formal teaching qualification

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

Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures

Interpersonal, communication and team working skills

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

Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances.

Awareness of personal limitations

Demonstrates the 4 Trust values

Meets professional health requirements

Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role.

Ability to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional, or national levels

We hope that you will decide to join us and become part of this exciting journey, helping us to shape our future together.

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