Job summaryThis is a substantive consultant cardiologist post based at University Hospital Lewisham (UHL), providing an opportunity to contribute to the delivery and development of a broad range of cardiology services. Main duties of the jobThe precise clinical focus of the role will be informed by the successful candidate's skills and experience, alongside the needs of the service. Given current service requirements, we would particularly welcome applicants with experience in arrhythmia management, heart failure and cardiac devices, as well as the ability to contribute to general cardiology activity. However, we are keen to attract the right candidate and will seek to offer a degree of flexibility in the configuration of the role where this is compatible with service needs.
About usPlease refer to the Applicant Guide via the link below for key information:- Applying to LGT Guide - Key Information for ApplicantsOur people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations: Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership developmentWidening access (anchor institution) and employabilityImproving the experience of staff with disabilityImproving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and developmentMaking equalities mainstreamDetailsDate posted12 October 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary
113,565 to 150,569 a year
Per annum
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference number197-AA8763Job locationsUniversity Hospital LewishamLewisham High StreetLondonSE13 6LHUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesClinical Responsibilities1. The post-holder will be expected to undertake 3 cardiology clinics each week (4 hours each), and to see predominantly new patients with some follow-up capacity built in. We would encourage colleagues to develop specialty clinics, provided that they are of clinical relevance to the service and local needs. 2. There is a commitment to adequate levels of secretarial cover on each site.
Consultants are provided with sufficient office space and IT support.3. We provide five-day ward consultation services on both sites. Consultants participate in a rota to see ward referrals at UHL. We endeavour to see all referrals within 24 hours of referral. The workload varies but a reasonable expectation would be to see an average of 10-15 ward patients per session.4. There is currently no on-call commitment.
Medical Education & TeachingCandidates are expected to contribute to departmental educational meetings and clinical supervision of doctors in training. Clinical Audit and Clinical GovernanceUndertake or supervise clinical audit and comply with Clinical Governance requirementsContinuing Professional Development1. Participate in continuing professional development at local and national level.2. Implement audit and research findings as appropriate in clinical practice:a. Prepare and participate in an annual appraisal in accordance with Trust policy, in line with the Trusts commitment to supporting revalidation.b. A willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels.3. The Trust is committed to providing mentoring to newly appointed consultants.
Policy, Planning and Management1. Support the Trust to deliver quality patient care.2. Contribute to the development of clinical and organisational protocols and guidelines.3. Assist in the development of the Annual Service Plan for the Directorate and Division and participate in the strategic planning of the service.4. Comply with all Trust policies.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesClinical Responsibilities1. The post-holder will be expected to undertake 3 cardiology clinics each week (4 hours each), and to see predominantly new patients with some follow-up capacity built in. We would encourage colleagues to develop specialty clinics, provided that they are of clinical relevance to the service and local needs. 2. There is a commitment to adequate levels of secretarial cover on each site. Consultants are provided with sufficient office space and IT support.3. We provide five-day ward consultation services on both sites. Consultants participate in a rota to see ward referrals at UHL. We endeavour to see all referrals within 24 hours of referral. The workload varies but a reasonable expectation would be to see an average of 10-15 ward patients per session.4. There is currently no on-call commitment.
Medical Education & TeachingCandidates are expected to contribute to departmental educational meetings and clinical supervision of doctors in training. Clinical Audit and Clinical GovernanceUndertake or supervise clinical audit and comply with Clinical Governance requirementsContinuing Professional Development1. Participate in continuing professional development at local and national level.2. Implement audit and research findings as appropriate in clinical practice:a. Prepare and participate in an annual appraisal in accordance with Trust policy, in line with the Trusts commitment to supporting revalidation.b. A willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels.3. The Trust is committed to providing mentoring to newly appointed consultants.
Policy, Planning and Management1. Support the Trust to deliver quality patient care.2. Contribute to the development of clinical and organisational protocols and guidelines.3. Assist in the development of the Annual Service Plan for the Directorate and Division and participate in the strategic planning of the service.4. Comply with all Trust policies.
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialMBBS or equivalentFully Registered with the GMC and hold a License to PracticeMRCP or equivalentOn the GMC Specialist Register for Cardiology or CCT for Cardiology or within six months of obtaining CCT at interview dateSpecialist qualification in CardiologyDesirableDistinctions, scholarships, prizesOther degrees, e.g. BSc MSc, MDSub specialist interest
Clinical Experience
EssentialCompleted registrar trainingDesirableExperience of working as an independent consultant
Clinical Audit
EssentialThorough understanding of medical auditUndertaken and completed auditsDesirableExperience as audit lead
Teaching Experience
EssentialExperience of postgraduate/undergraduate/ interdisciplinary teachingDesirableHigher qualification in medical educationEvidence of having developed novel educational methods or coursesEvidence of training and experience as an educational supervisor
Management and Administrative Experience
EssentialUnderstand NHS funding arrangementsEvidence of contribution to service development or improvementDesirableHigher qualifications in management
Research Experience
EssentialUnderstand the principles of researchDesirableExperience in clinical research with a higher research degreePublicationsWillingness to participate and contribute with any ongoing and new clinical research in the department
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialMBBS or equivalentFully Registered with the GMC and hold a License to PracticeMRCP or equivalentOn the GMC Specialist Register for Cardiology or CCT for Cardiology or within six months of obtaining CCT at interview dateSpecialist qualification in CardiologyDesirableDistinctions, scholarships, prizesOther degrees, e.g. BSc MSc, MDSub specialist interest
Clinical Experience
EssentialCompleted registrar trainingDesirableExperience of working as an independent consultant
Clinical Audit
EssentialThorough understanding of medical auditUndertaken and completed auditsDesirableExperience as audit lead
Teaching Experience
EssentialExperience of postgraduate/undergraduate/ interdisciplinary teachingDesirableHigher qualification in medical educationEvidence of having developed novel educational methods or coursesEvidence of training and experience as an educational supervisor
Management and Administrative Experience
EssentialUnderstand NHS funding arrangementsEvidence of contribution to service development or improvementDesirableHigher qualifications in management
Research Experience
EssentialUnderstand the principles of researchDesirableExperience in clinical research with a higher research degreePublicationsWillingness to participate and contribute with any ongoing and new clinical research in the departmentDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration
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Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameLewisham and Greenwich NHS TrustAddressUniversity Hospital LewishamLewisham High StreetLondonSE13 6LHUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameLewisham and Greenwich NHS TrustAddressUniversity Hospital LewishamLewisham High StreetLondonSE13 6LHUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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