About this role
Job summary
The Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Cardiology provides specialist cardiac care to infants, children, and young people at Noah's Ark Children's Hospital for Wales. Appointed at ST4-8 equivalent level, the post holder functions as the Paediatric Cardiology Registrar within a consultant-led multidisciplinary team.
The role involves day-to-day management of inpatient cardiology services, including ward rounds, assessment of acute referrals, and provision of cardiology advice to general paediatrics, PICU, NICU, surgical teams, and the Emergency Department. Participation in paediatric resuscitation and emergency care is integral.
The Fellow contributes to outpatient clinics, nurse-led postoperative and rapid-access clinics, and Joint Cardiac Clinics. The post includes supervised experience in cardiac investigations such as echocardiography, ECG interpretation, Holter monitoring, exercise testing, and coordination of cardiac CT and MRI.
Participation in the paediatric cardiology on-call rota, teaching, audit, quality improvement, research, and clinical governance activities is expected. All duties are undertaken in line with Health Board policies and Good Medical Practice, with appropriate supervision.
Main duties of the job
A full Job Description is available in the attachments.
The Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Cardiology will provide day-to-day clinical care to infants, children, and young people with congenital and acquired cardiac conditions at Noah's Ark Children's Hospital for Wales. Working at ST4-8 equivalent level, the post holder will function as the Paediatric Cardiology Registrar within a consultant-led multidisciplinary team.
Key responsibilities include coordination of inpatient cardiology care, participation in ward rounds, assessment and management of acute referrals, and provision of cardiology advice to general paediatrics, PICU, NICU, surgical teams, and the Emergency Department. The post holder will contribute to paediatric resuscitation and emergency care, including leadership roles as appropriate.
The role includes participation in outpatient clinics, nurse-led postoperative and rapid-access clinics, and Joint Cardiac Clinics. The Fellow will undertake supervised cardiac investigations, including echocardiography, ECG interpretation, Holter analysis, exercise testing, and coordination of cardiac CT and MRI.
The post holder will take part in the paediatric cardiology on-call rota, contribute to teaching and training, and engage in audit, quality improvement, and clinical governance activities in line with Health Board and training requirements.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description Job responsibilities
1. Clinical CareInpatient management:Participate in daily ward rounds, review inpatients, contribute to management plans, and respond to acute referrals across paediatrics, PICU, NICU, and the Emergency Department.Emergency response:Lead the resuscitation team when required and support stabilisation of children presenting with acute cardiac issues.Consultations:Provide specialist cardiology input to other paediatric teams and offer timely advice for both emergency and routine referrals.
2. Outpatient Activity- Attend and support consultantled cardiology clinics.- Participate in nurseled postoperative and rapidaccess clinics (Mondays and Fridays).- Support preparation and coordination of Joint Cardiac Clinic (JCC) lists, reports, and communication of clinical issues.
3. Cardiac Investigations- Under supervision, the Fellow is expected to:- Perform echocardiograms (TTE).- Interpret ECGs, Holter recordings, and exercise tests.- Coordinate and request CT/MRI cardiac imaging.- Assist in the overall diagnostic and monitoring processes for patients with congenital and acquired heart disease.
4. OnCall Duties- Participate in a 1in5 nonresident cardiology rota, covering evenings, nights, and weekends.- Provide emergency assessments, advice, and support for acute cardiac presentations.- Ensure safe handover and maintain highquality communication across shifts.
5. Teaching and Education- Contribute to the departments structured programme of teaching, including case discussions, specialist teaching sessions, and multidisciplinary meetings.- Provide bedside and practical teaching for medical students, SHOs, and juniors.- Take part in Grand Rounds, regional study days, and simulation training.- Maintain an educational portfolio and engage fully with assigned educational supervision.
6. Audit, Quality Improvement, and Governance- Complete at least one audit or QI project every 612 months.- Participate in bimonthly safety and quality meetings, mortality and morbidity reviews, and clinical governance activities.- Engage in service evaluation and contribute to pathway or guideline development.
7. Research Participation- Take part in research projects supported by the Children and Young Adults Research Unit.- Contribute to data collection, literature reviews, presentations, and departmental initiatives.- Attend and present at cardiac-surgical MDT meetings with Bristol colleagues.
8. Multidisciplinary Collaboration- Work closely with PICU, NICU, general paediatrics, cardiac surgery teams, radiology, and other paediatric subspecialties.- Contribute to coordinated care for children with complex multimorbidity or pre/post-surgical needs.- Ensure clear, respectful communication with colleagues, patients, and families.
9. Professional Conduct- Uphold the values and behaviours of Cardiff and Vale UHB, including compassion, respect, integrity, and professionalism.- Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to all policies, escalation procedures, and safety protocols.- Work within personal competence and seek senior support when required.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
MBBS or equivalent MRCPCH or equivalent IELTS or OET Current GMC Registration with Full License to Practice
Desirable
Intercalated Degree MSc or PHD Academic Excellence (Prizes, merits, distinctions etc.,)
Previous Experience Essential
Minimum 3 years of experience in Paediatrics (incl Neonatology)
Desirable
UK paediatric experience Basic understanding or prior experience on ECG/Holter/Exercise testing and performing echocardiograms would be welcome
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities Essential
Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues Up to date with current medical practices
Desirable
Clinical governance Quality Improvement Teaching Research
Other Essential
Satisfactory immigration status for length of contract Satisfactory Health Clearance Satisfactory DBS Clearance
Special Interests Desirable
evidence of interest in the speciality applied for
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.
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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 Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Address Noah's Ark Children's Hospital for Wales
Heath Park
Cardiff
CF14 4XW
Employer's website https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)