Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Job summary
This post is a full-time, fixed-term fellowship of one year. The post is suitable for a GMC-registered adult or paed cardiologist with an intention to train in inherited cardiac diseases and electrophysiology.
The Trust is in an excellent position to support training in all aspects of ICC however the successful candidate will be required to focus on the electrophysiology and channelopathy. The position is considered a senior training post and will enable the candidate to gain further understanding in the interpretation and application of genetics to inherited cardiological disease and imaging, as well as improving their knowledge of arrhythmia in this setting. It will also include learning of risk stratification and principles of interpreting and programming devices with an assessment of risk. The position may also pursue aspects of lab-based electrophysiological work according to their interest.
The education of students, junior staff and collaborative senior staff is embedded in our work and the successful candidate will be expected to take part in these educational activities. Similarly, research is, and always will be, a priority for our trust and any successful candidate will be expected to deliver both clinical audits and research for publication. Patient consultation and feedback is an important aspect of ongoing development of our services and the candidate will need to show at least one patient survey as part of their portfolio of work.
Main duties of the job
To maintain current knowledge of inherited cardiac conditions and to participate in a recognised programme of continuing medical education and professional development.
To assist in the management of junior and research medical staff and of technical staff according to Trust policies and in line with the requirements of the clinical service.
To maintain effective communication and working relationships with medical, scientific, operational, technical, and nursing staff as required for performing the responsibilities of this post.
To set and maintain high professional standards.
To participate in clinical audit programme and clinical governance
To assist in the management of junior and research, medical and technical staff according to Trust policies and in line with the requirements of the clinical service
Please be aware that the duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description are indicative and are not exhaustive. The successful candidate may be required to fulfil other reasonable duties and responsibilities that are commensurate with their grade.
Person Specification
Qualifications / Training
Essential
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
- MB, BS or equivalent
- MRCP/MRCPCH/FRCA or equivalent
Desirable
- Higher degree (BSc, MD etc.)
Experience
Essential
- Advanced life support training
- Minimum of three years of specialist cardiology training
Desirable
- Experience in inherited cardiac conditions and genetics
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Ability to conduct clinical audit
- Ability to initiate and supervise research
- Broad range of IT skills
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
Desirable
- Advanced knowledge of cardiovascular disease
- Understanding of service development
Other
Essential
- Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Leadership skills with an ability to cope with difficult situations
Desirable
- Experience and track record of education, training and teaching
Closing Date: 21 September 2026
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