At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team to deliver high-quality paediatric cardiology services and improve patient outcomes.
- Company: University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust, committed to innovation and diversity.
- Benefits: Permanent position with full-time hours, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse workforce dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in children's healthcare while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Must be a committed and enthusiastic Consultant Paediatric Cardiologist with relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 46300 - 52800 £ per year.
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Consultant Paediatric Cardiologist to join our expanding, highly motivated team. This post offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the continued development of a high-quality, patient‑centred paediatric cardiology service across both tertiary and regional settings. The successful candidate will deliver a broad range of clinical activity, including outpatient clinics, inpatient care, participation in service weeks, and on‑call provision, alongside active involvement in multidisciplinary team (MDT) working. The role will also support the delivery of peripheral clinics, ensuring equitable access to specialist cardiology services across the region.
You will join a supportive and collaborative consultant body, with opportunities to contribute to service development, quality improvement, teaching, and research. We are particularly keen to appoint individuals who are forward‑thinking and committed to innovation, service sustainability, and improving patient outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated clinician to play a key role in shaping the future of paediatric cardiology services within a dynamic and evolving healthcare environment.
Responsibilities
- The post holder will be expected to participate in all aspects of the paediatric cardiology service.
- This includes the care of inpatients within the Bristol Royal Hospital for Children (BRHC) and the neonatal unit situated on the St Michael’s Hospital site.
- The post-holder will have a key role to play in the team of cardiologists led by Clinical Director, Mr Shafi Mussa and Clinical Lead, Dr Patricia Caldas and will provide:
- Attendance at Joint Cardiac Conference (JCC) twice weekly
- Attendance at Grand Rounds with the paediatric cardiology team
- ‘On service’ cardiologist – short‑term responsibility (for one week at a time) for all cardiac inpatients and consultation with the patient’s designated cardiologist/cardiac surgeon as appropriate
- On‑call evening and weekend service as part of a rota
- Regular paediatric cardiology clinics at BRHC
- Attendance at relevant MDMs
- Attendance and participation at Cardiac Governance and Business meetings
- Outpatient sessions at tertiary peripheral clinic/clinics
UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme.
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University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals. With a strong commitment to innovation and quality improvement, employees have ample opportunities for professional growth through involvement in service development, teaching, and research. Located in the vibrant city of Bristol, the Trust promotes a diverse workforce and prioritises the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, making it a rewarding place to contribute to meaningful patient care.
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