Consultant Paediatric Cardiologist

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) The directorate of children\’s cardiac services includes congenital cardiac surgery and paediatric cardiology, where the team works closely with the paediatric intensive care and the WATCh transport service for the Southwest and South Wales. We have a close relationship with our colleagues in the division of Specialised Services who provide services for adult cardiology/congenital heart disease (\’CHD\’) patients, and the Division of Diagnostics and Therapeutics which include radiologists with an interest in cardiac imaging. BRHC constitutes the Level 1 CHD centre within the Southwest and South Wales CHD Network, which is supported by a clinical director together with specialist nursing, administrative and managerial support. There are very close links with the level 2 congenital cardiology service at the University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff. We serve a population of approximately 7 million people. We provide a full range of services for children with congenital heart disease, together with short-term mechanical support (ECMO) where indicated – but excluding long-term mechanical support and transplantation. Main duties of the job The Paediatric cardiology department comprises approximately 11 whole-time equivalent paediatric cardiologists with various interests and specialities. There is a 1:10 on-call paediatric cardiology rota. All consultants deliver between four and six \’service weeks\’ per year. There is an expectation that you will take part in the Regional CHD Network and will provide \’tertiary\’ clinics in at least one of our referring District Hospitals. You will also attend Joint Cardiac Conferences and provide general paediatric cardiology clinics and have a significant role to play in the provision of an outstanding paediatric cardiology service for our patients with congenital heart disease. This is a substantive post to start from May 2025. This role is based primarily at the Bristol Royal Hospital for Children. The lead for Paediatric Cardiac Services is Patricia Caldas. Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specifications for further details of this position. Person Specification Qualifications & Training Full Specialist registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) or Achievement of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in relevant paediatric subspeciality, or Evidence of being within six months of award of CCT by date of interview Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent Specialist registration in Paediatric Cardiology with the GMC Eligible for specialist registration in Paediatric Cardiology within approximately six months of interview (for example after submission of CESR documentation) Experience Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Paediatric Cardiology Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust\’s service strategy Clinical Knowledge and Skills Up-to-date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty Broad range of IT skills Clinical Governance and Audit Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies Recent record of clinical governance, audit, or quality improvement project Positive approach to evidence-based practice. Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation Research Knowledge of the principles involved in research. Evidence of participation and contribution in clinical research Evidence of peer review research papers and presentations/posters at academic meetings Ability to increase the academic profile of the department Teaching and Training Experience of teaching medical students. Experience of supervising trainees. Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team Formal teaching qualification Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service. Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant. Ability to practice independently as a consultant Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership. Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures Interpersonal, Communication and Team Working Skills Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues. Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries. Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions. Ability to be a flexible team member Any Other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances. Awareness of personal limitations Demonstrates the 4 Trust values Meets professional health requirements Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role. Ability to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional, or national levels 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr