Detailed job description and main responsibilities

University Hospital Southampton is seeking a Clinical Fellow in Cardiac Imaging to commence in August 2024 for 12 months. The post holder is expected to participate in the service provision for echocardiography and support specialist echo services including stress, transoesophageal, research, contrast and 3D echocardiography. A weekly session in cardiac MRI is provided for the Imaging Fellow and sessions in cardiac CT may also be accommodated depending on the interests of the post holder. This post will suit a senior or a Post-CCT cardiology SpR who plans to specialise in non-invasive cardiac imaging. Previous experience in cardiac imaging is essential. The post has a requirement for general cardiology on-call but no commitment to GIM on call.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
 
All candidates should have MRCP or an equivalent qualification. Candidates should have experience in  transoesophageal and stress echocardiography. They should be sufficiently equipped to manage a cardiology take. The candidate should be able to communicate well with colleagues, cardiac physiologists and other subspecialties. 

Fellows; 
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  
Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists).   
Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave. All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process.  
Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. 
Basic salary detailed below plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay)     

 Basic Salary – MT04  £61,825       Basic Salary – MT05 £70,425 

 Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5; 

•  Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training    
• Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS)
• A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee)

Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview  Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role.  

• Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible.  
  Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.   
  Interviews will be held on 06/02/2025 Job Reference; 188-MD10125 - This vacancy closes on or before: 25/01/2025

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