Consultant Cardiac Surgeon

3 weeks ago


Middlesbrough, United Kingdom South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join a team of 7 cardiac (including this post) and 4 thoracic surgeons based at The James Cook University Hospital. It is advertised on a whole time (10 PA basis), although any candidate who is unable to work full time will be eligible to apply and if appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed in consultation with consultant colleagues and the Medical Director.

Main duties of the job

The Consultant will share in the provision of in and out patient cardiac surgical services at The James Cook University Hospital. There is a good range of complex cardiac surgery delivered - minimal access valve and CABG surgery, aortic surgery, mitral surgery and off pump surgery.

There is a requirement for research within the post and this will be included in the indicative job plan. Subject to the academic credentials of the successful applicant it is expected they would be offered an honorary senior clinical lecturer position at Newcastle University, and to develop and lead a programme of research. The new colleague will also be welcome to develop in any clinical aspect of the programme in conjunction with the team.

The Consultant will have continuing responsibility for the care of patients in his or her charge and for the proper functioning of the department in conjunction with the other Consultants.

About us

The Trust is one of the largest Foundation Trust Hospital Groups in England. Working in the North East offers an excellent quality of life. This area boasts great transport links with easy access to a beautiful coastline and countryside and a great range of local amenities, shopping and nightlife.

The successful candidate will be appointed under the current terms and conditions of service for NHS Consultants. Full consideration will be given to applicants who wish to apply for a reduced/part time contract.

One of Europe's most modern hospitals, The James Cook University site is the largest of its type and has a wide range of specialities. This hospital was opened in October 2003 and has a capacity of over 1000 beds. Based on the original site of South Cleveland Hospital, all acute and elective medical and surgical specialties are accommodated. Tertiary services, in addition to cardiology and cardiac surgery, include renal medicine/haemodialysis, neurosurgery, vascular surgery and the regional spinal injuries unit.

This site contains a modern central operating suite containing 22 well-equipped theatres, with two recovery areas. This is immediately adjacent to an Adult Surgical Day Unit containing a further three theatres and also to the Paediatric Day Unit. The 16 bedded general ICU is across the corridor. Two additional theatres for gynaecology and obstetrics are in the Central Delivery Suite and two more in the Ophthalmology Day Unit.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Job Description and Person Specification and proposed Job Plan and On Call requirement are located within the attached documents of this post.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

Registered medical degree MBBS or equivalent MRCS/FRCS or equivalent On the Specialist register or within 3 months of the expected date of CCT at the time of interview

Desirable

Higher degree Fellowship to facilitate subspecialty training

Academic

Essential

Evidence of research activity and outputs throughout training including publications

Desirable

Successful grant applications

Clinical Specialty Skills

Essential

Satisfactory completion of a recognised training programme in Cardiothoracic Surgery FRCS (C/Th) or equivalent

Desirable

Evidence of subspecialty skills in cardiothoracic surgery.

Skills, Knowledge and Aptitude

Essential

An understanding of the principles of Cardiothoracic Surgery Breadth of experience and awareness in and outside specialty/medicine Evidence of working in a multi-disciplinary team Ability to organise and prioritise complex demands Evidence of teaching and training skills for junior doctors Effective communication skills Evidence of audit experience

Desirable

Management training IT skills Evidence of completed audit project Experience of clinical risk management Understanding of NHS, clinical governance and resource constraints; management/ financial awareness Research experience Presentations, publications in peer reviewed journals. Submitted higher degree Prizes and other academic distinctions

Experience

Essential

oClear logical thinking showing an analytical/scientific approach oEvidence of Cardiothoracic surgical skills

Desirable

oEvidence of own operative experience, including a record of risk adjusted mortality.

Personal Skills

Essential

Commitment to good team working and relationships Commitment to training and continuing medical education (CME) Good leadership skills Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure Supportive and tolerant Caring attitude to patients

Special Requirements

Essential

Will normally be required to live within 10 miles of main base Flexibility to respond to changing service needs Clear recognition of boundaries in respect of sessional work outside the hospital

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