About this role
Job summary
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.
About us
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust is a large, complex organisation serving a diverse population across multiple sites. We are committed to delivering high quality, safe and effective care, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and clinical leadership.You will be joining a supportive and collaborative senior leadership community, working closely with clinical and corporate colleagues to address key priorities and challenges. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a rapid, visible difference at a critical time, improving care, strengthening standards, and embedding a positive, accountable culture.
Job description Job responsibilities
For further details regarding the job description and primary duties, please refer to the job description enclosed herewith.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications Essential
MRCP or qualification at an equivalent level
Desirable
Postgraduate academic degree Entry on GMC Specialist Register or, be within 6 months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) at time of interview or, provide GMC eligibility for entry on the Specialist Register
Experience Essential
Experience of teaching medical students, doctors in training and other AHPs Teaching Course
Desirable
Experience in organising educational activities
Key Skills/Abilities Essential
Evidence of making change in practice for patient good Participation in research Ability to critically appraise published evidence
Desirable
Published papers and original work in peer reviewed journals
Other Essential
Fulfil Trust values Computer literacy and general IT skills Evidence of engagement with appraisal and revalidation Up to date and aware of own training needs
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Address Hinchingbrooke Hospital
Hinchingbrooke Park Rd
Huntingdon
PE29 6NT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)