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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Consultant Cardiologist to join a large, growing cardiology department in the South West. This permanent post focuses primarily on non-interventional cardiology, with a strong emphasis on Heart Failure, cardiac devices, and general cardiology, across inpatient and outpatient settings.

This role is suitable for applicants with broad cardiology training who are committed to high-quality, patient-centred cardiac care. Applicants wishing to work part-time or job-share are also welcome.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

The post holder will:

• Deliver comprehensive non-interventional cardiology services, including Heart Failure and device management.
• Provide consultant-led inpatient care on the Coronary Care Unit (CCU) and Cardiology wards.
• Take part in the general cardiology ward service, reviewing new referrals and managing outlying cardiology patients as required.
• Participate in the Cardiology Consultant of the Week (COW) rota, including:
  • Daily review of referrals from Acute Medicine, Emergency Department and other wards.
  • Oversight and support to the Cardiology SpR team and specialist nurses.
  • Provision of afternoon clinical cover for CCU & CIU (Tue–Fri).
• Take part in weekend ward rounds on a 1:6 or 1:7 rota, covering cardiology inpatients and acute referrals.
• Contribute to cath lab sessions, outpatient clinics, MDTs and clinical administration, depending on skills and experience.
• Support rapid assessment pathways, including urgent cardiology reviews and advice to clinical teams across the hospital.

There is no general medical on-call commitment, and non-interventional cardiologists are not part of the interventional on-call rota.

Teaching, Training & Development

The successful candidate will:

• Teach and supervise junior doctors, SpRs, and speciality trainees.
• Take part in undergraduate teaching for medical students from regional universities.
• Participate in appraisal, mentoring and professional development activities.
• Support education programmes and contribute to departmental learning.

The department provides excellent secretarial, IT, and educational facilities, including dedicated office space, structured CPD, and mentoring support.

Clinical Governance & Quality

The post holder will:

• Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement projects and national cardiac audits.
• Support safe, high-quality cardiology services aligned with national standards.
• Contribute to service evaluation, pathway development and performance monitoring.
• Work collaboratively with consultant colleagues, specialist nurses and allied health professionals.

Specialist Nursing Support

You will work closely with three established cardiology specialist nursing teams:

• Heart Failure Specialist Nurses – independent prescribers providing inpatient and outpatient HF services, rapid access clinics and MDT support.
• Chest Pain Specialist Nurses – supporting ACS assessment, rapid access chest pain clinics and acute reviews.
• Cardiac Rehabilitation Nurses – delivering inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation programmes.

These services play a vital role in patient flow, outpatient care and cross-departmental communication.

Junior Medical Team

You will work with:

• Cardiology SpRs (training and trust grades)
• Core trainees and foundation doctors

The team provides support for referrals, ward activity and acute reviews.

Continuing Professional Development & Revalidation

You will be expected to:

• Maintain GMC revalidation requirements
• Participate in annual appraisal
• Engage in CPD aligned with RCP guidelines

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice
• MRCP or equivalent
• On the GMC Specialist Register for Cardiology (or within 6 months of CCT/CESR at interview)
• Minimum 1 year of NHS experience

Desirable

• Higher academic degree (MD, PhD)

Experience

Essential

• Contemporary experience in general and acute cardiology
• Competency in bradycardia pacing and complex device management

Desirable

• Experience in teaching, medical education or supervision
• Evidence of participation in clinical audit and governance
• Completion of management or leadership training

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Strong clinical judgement with broad cardiology expertise
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to assess and manage complex cardiac cases
• Proficiency in cardiology IT systems (e.g., PACS, cardiology databases)
• Fluent English (IELTS 7.5 equivalent)
• Strong organisational, analytical and decision-making skills

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Professional integrity and high personal standards
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Adaptability and resilience
• Commitment to continuous improvement and high-quality patient care