Job summary
Title of Post:
Senior Clinical Fellow in Inherited Cardiac Conditions (Post CCT or ST7/equivalent level) Nature of Appointment:
Full Time No. of Sessions:
10 Responsible To:
Dr Zohya Khalique - ICC Clinical Lead Accountable To:
Dr Rachel Bastiaenen - Cardiovascular Clinical Director Employing Authority:
Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust Guy's & St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust Guy's and St Thomas' is one of the largest hospital trusts in the country, with a staff of over 9,500, a turnover of over £600 million and 3/4 million patient contacts a year. The Trust comprises two of London's oldest and best known teaching hospitals. The hospitals have a long history, dating back almost 900 years, and have been at the forefront of medical progress and innovation since they were founded. Both hospitals have built on these traditions and continue to have a reputation for excellence and innovation. Main duties of the job Teaching and Training Commitments:
GSTT is both an undergraduate and a postgraduate teaching centre and Clinical Fellows are expected to take an active role in the postgraduate teaching activities. Clinical Fellows should attend ward rounds as required and these rounds should be considered a teaching opportunity for more junior staff. In addition, they may be required to undertake informal teaching of medical students, nurses and other paramedical staff. Clinical Governance:
All medical and dental staff are expected to take part in clinical governance activity, including clinical audit, clinical guideline and protocol development and clinical risk management. They will be expected to produce evidence of their contribution in these areas and their audit of their own clinical work as part of their appraisal. Mutual Obligation to Monitor Hours:
There is a contractual obligation on employers to monitor working hours through robust local monitoring arrangements supported by national guidance, and on individual doctors to co-operate with those monitoring arrangements. New Deal & European Working Time Directive (EWTD):
All posts and working patterns are under constant review in line with both New Deal and EWTD guidelines. Appraisal:
All medical and dental staff are required to undertake appraisal. About us Caring:
We put patients first. We provide patient and person-centred care. We care about others' needs and wellbeing. We listen. We are compassionate to ourselves and others. We reflect on our actions. We are respectful and welcoming. Ambitious:
We innovate and strive for excellence. We act with integrity. We act on staff and patient feedback. We seek ways to improve the care and experience of others. We are efficient. We are committed to growth. We find new ways to deliver excellence. Inclusive:
We respect each other and work collaboratively. We act on diverse views. We put ourselves in 'others' shoes'. We are building an anti-racism organisation. We seek opportunities to collaborate. We show sensitivity towards diversity of culture. It is intended that the post holder will contribute to the comprehensive non-invasive cardiology service at Guy's and St. Thomas' NHS trust working with multidisciplinary colleagues within the cardiology team. Job description Job responsibilities The post-holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team which includes cardiologists, geneticists, ICC specialist nurses, genetic counsellors and clinical scientists. The post-holder will take part in relevant outpatient clinics with appropriate consultant supervision and support. The post-holder will provide supervised inpatient care for ICC patients including those undergoing invasive procedures such as myectomy. The post-holder will contribute to Ajmaline provocation lists and will work with the MDT coordinator to prepare for and present at the weekly ICC multidisciplinary meetings. Imaging sessions can be arranged and these will be tailored through liaison with the clinical lead. These could include any appropriate imaging modality (transthoracic, stress and transoesophageal echocardiography, computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging). The post-holder will be expected to contribute to development of an audit or research project. Beyond advanced training in Inherited Cardiac Conditions (ICC) there will be additional responsibilities in assisting in the provision of inpatient and outpatient care for our cardiology patients. Other roles may be required or developed as appropriate to the post-holder and clinical service. This is envisaged as an excellent opportunity to gain experience that will assist in a subsequent application for a consultant post in cardiology with special interest in inherited cardiac conditions. Person Specification Qualifications and Training: Essential MRCP completed or equivalent Full GMC Registration Desirable Postgraduate research On GMC Specialist Register or within six months of attaining CCT Clinical Experience Essential Comprehensive experience in cardiology Expertise in main aspects of ACHD Desirable Recent ALS course Further expertise in relevant sub-specialty- imaging/cardiac obstetric medicine/pulmonary hypertension/ congenital intervention Knowledge and Skills Essential Ability to work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team. Experience in congenital echocardiography Competent in general medical procedures Good communication skills Desirable EACVI CHD certification in transthoracic echo (or equivalent). Evidence of contribution to effective clinical audit Research Essential Understanding of the principles and applications of clinical research Desirable Experience of clinical research Teaching Essential Experience of undergraduate teaching Desirable Experience in teaching echocardiography Experience in postgraduate teaching Management Essential Evidence of understanding of the role of clinical management Desirable Management training Evidence of participation in the development of clinical services 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Employer details Employer name Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust Address St Thomas' Hospital Westminster Bridge Road London SE1 7EH
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Senior Clinical Fellow in Inherited Cardiac Conditions (Post CCT or ST7/equivalent level) Nature of Appointment:
Full Time No. of Sessions:
10 Responsible To:
Dr Zohya Khalique - ICC Clinical Lead Accountable To:
Dr Rachel Bastiaenen - Cardiovascular Clinical Director Employing Authority:
Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust Guy's & St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust Guy's and St Thomas' is one of the largest hospital trusts in the country, with a staff of over 9,500, a turnover of over £600 million and 3/4 million patient contacts a year. The Trust comprises two of London's oldest and best known teaching hospitals. The hospitals have a long history, dating back almost 900 years, and have been at the forefront of medical progress and innovation since they were founded. Both hospitals have built on these traditions and continue to have a reputation for excellence and innovation. Main duties of the job Teaching and Training Commitments:
GSTT is both an undergraduate and a postgraduate teaching centre and Clinical Fellows are expected to take an active role in the postgraduate teaching activities. Clinical Fellows should attend ward rounds as required and these rounds should be considered a teaching opportunity for more junior staff. In addition, they may be required to undertake informal teaching of medical students, nurses and other paramedical staff. Clinical Governance:
All medical and dental staff are expected to take part in clinical governance activity, including clinical audit, clinical guideline and protocol development and clinical risk management. They will be expected to produce evidence of their contribution in these areas and their audit of their own clinical work as part of their appraisal. Mutual Obligation to Monitor Hours:
There is a contractual obligation on employers to monitor working hours through robust local monitoring arrangements supported by national guidance, and on individual doctors to co-operate with those monitoring arrangements. New Deal & European Working Time Directive (EWTD):
All posts and working patterns are under constant review in line with both New Deal and EWTD guidelines. Appraisal:
All medical and dental staff are required to undertake appraisal. About us Caring:
We put patients first. We provide patient and person-centred care. We care about others' needs and wellbeing. We listen. We are compassionate to ourselves and others. We reflect on our actions. We are respectful and welcoming. Ambitious:
We innovate and strive for excellence. We act with integrity. We act on staff and patient feedback. We seek ways to improve the care and experience of others. We are efficient. We are committed to growth. We find new ways to deliver excellence. Inclusive:
We respect each other and work collaboratively. We act on diverse views. We put ourselves in 'others' shoes'. We are building an anti-racism organisation. We seek opportunities to collaborate. We show sensitivity towards diversity of culture. It is intended that the post holder will contribute to the comprehensive non-invasive cardiology service at Guy's and St. Thomas' NHS trust working with multidisciplinary colleagues within the cardiology team. Job description Job responsibilities The post-holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team which includes cardiologists, geneticists, ICC specialist nurses, genetic counsellors and clinical scientists. The post-holder will take part in relevant outpatient clinics with appropriate consultant supervision and support. The post-holder will provide supervised inpatient care for ICC patients including those undergoing invasive procedures such as myectomy. The post-holder will contribute to Ajmaline provocation lists and will work with the MDT coordinator to prepare for and present at the weekly ICC multidisciplinary meetings. Imaging sessions can be arranged and these will be tailored through liaison with the clinical lead. These could include any appropriate imaging modality (transthoracic, stress and transoesophageal echocardiography, computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging). The post-holder will be expected to contribute to development of an audit or research project. Beyond advanced training in Inherited Cardiac Conditions (ICC) there will be additional responsibilities in assisting in the provision of inpatient and outpatient care for our cardiology patients. Other roles may be required or developed as appropriate to the post-holder and clinical service. This is envisaged as an excellent opportunity to gain experience that will assist in a subsequent application for a consultant post in cardiology with special interest in inherited cardiac conditions. Person Specification Qualifications and Training: Essential MRCP completed or equivalent Full GMC Registration Desirable Postgraduate research On GMC Specialist Register or within six months of attaining CCT Clinical Experience Essential Comprehensive experience in cardiology Expertise in main aspects of ACHD Desirable Recent ALS course Further expertise in relevant sub-specialty- imaging/cardiac obstetric medicine/pulmonary hypertension/ congenital intervention Knowledge and Skills Essential Ability to work as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team. Experience in congenital echocardiography Competent in general medical procedures Good communication skills Desirable EACVI CHD certification in transthoracic echo (or equivalent). Evidence of contribution to effective clinical audit Research Essential Understanding of the principles and applications of clinical research Desirable Experience of clinical research Teaching Essential Experience of undergraduate teaching Desirable Experience in teaching echocardiography Experience in postgraduate teaching Management Essential Evidence of understanding of the role of clinical management Desirable Management training Evidence of participation in the development of clinical services 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Employer details Employer name Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust Address St Thomas' Hospital Westminster Bridge Road London SE1 7EH
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