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Applications are invited for this full-time substantive post. The post holder’s duties include responsibility for cardiology and general medical inpatients and cardiology clinics. Depending on the candidate’s experience, there will opportunity for cardiac cath lab sessions and training in echocardiography, CT and MPS. There is a library and a Postgraduate Medical Centre on site with an active teaching programme.
Some prior clinical experience in Cardiology is essential and it is desirable that applicants have obtained the MRCP.
1. To contribute to the delivery of inpatient cardiology care on Bronte ward
2. To support the multi-disciplinary team with discharge planning.
3. To provide educational and clinical supervision for the junior medical team, and for members of the multi-professional, multi-disciplinary, multi-agency teams.
4. To contribute to the development and delivery of the Kingston Hospital Cardiology Medicine Medical Student teaching programme
5. To contribute to the delivery of the clinical governance and risk management strategy for the Cardiology service
6. To provide internal cover for colleagues in the Cardiology Department, as required.
7. To deliver care in the Cardiology outpatient service.
8. Depending on experience we would be able to support specialist interests depending on the applicant’s developmental needs. For previous post-holders, this has included training in angiography, pacing and echocardiography
9. The opportunity to participate on the general medical rota will be discussed depending on the successful appointment of the candidate
Development and staff wellbeing
Your growth and personal happiness matters to us. After all, we can’t expect the best from you if we don’t invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we’re committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.
To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.
We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly ‘shoutouts’ and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.
Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.
