Job Description

The closing date is 28th Oct 2025

Anticipated Interview date(s) 23 oct

Job summary

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This is an exciting opportunity for the successful applicants to join 15 existing consultant Cardiologists and to help support and develop our services to deliver the highest quality care across Somerset; we can offer you a fantastic working environment, collaborative and supportive colleagues, and many opportunities to develop and further your career.


We are seeking to appoint a Consultant Cardiologist with subspecialty expertise in devices +/- heart failure.


The applicant will be based at Musgrove Park Hospital Taunton, contributing to the delivery of ward rounds, general cardiology, outpatient clinics and subspecialty sessions. The applicant will also contribute to a weekend Cardiology CCU ward round rota. They will not contribute to the acute medical on call rotas

Main duties, tasks & skills required

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Clinical Duties


The successful applicant will be based at Musgrove Park Hospital. They will contribute to general cardiology commitments and will undertake ward rounds on CCU and cardiology ward, general cardiology outpatient clinics, and subspecialty clinics where appropriate - there will be on average 2 clinics per week. Subspecialty work will also be undertaken at Musgrove Park Hospital but there may also be opportunity for sessions at Yeovil and outreach clinics at community hospitals. The successful applicant will contribute to the weekend Cardiology CCU ward round rota. There will be flexibility to create a job plan timetable that meets the needs of the service and is attractive to the successful applicant. There will be provision of time for administrative tasks and SPA in line with the job plans of the other consultant cardiologists.


Workload


Outpatient clinic templates are based on ABN and BCS guidelines for new and follow up patients. The ward work levels vary, but the time allocated in the job plan will reflect the average time taken per week/month covering the wards.


Teaching and Supervision of Junior Medical Staff and Students


The post holder will be responsible for the professional supervision and management of junior medical staff.

About us

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At

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

Flexible working options

to help you balance work and life

NHS pension scheme

for long-term financial security

Generous annual leave allowance

to recharge and relax A strong focus on

career development

to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our

Blue Light Card

, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.


We are proud to foster a

diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce

, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset?

Somerset offers the perfect blend of

idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty

, and

breathtaking coastlines

, with vibrant cities like

Bristol

,

Bath

, and

Exeter

just a short drive away - and only two hours to

London

.


The region is home to excellent

educational facilities

, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all

- the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job description

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please refer to JD attached.


Clinical Duties


The successful applicant will be based at Musgrove Park Hospital. They will contribute to general cardiology commitments and will undertake ward rounds on CCU and cardiology ward, general cardiology outpatient clinics, and subspecialty clinics where appropriate - there will be on average 2 clinics per week. Subspecialty work will also be undertaken at Musgrove Park Hospital but there may also be opportunity for sessions at Yeovil and outreach clinics at community hospitals. The successful applicant will contribute to the weekend Cardiology CCU ward round rota. There will be flexibility to create a job plan timetable that meets the needs of the service and is attractive to the successful applicant. There will be provision of time for administrative tasks and SPA in line with the job plans of the other consultant cardiologists.


Workload


Outpatient clinic templates are based on ABN and BCS guidelines for new and follow up patients. The ward work levels vary, but the time allocated in the job plan will reflect the average time taken per week/month covering the wards. Pacing lists are variable with operator but in general 3 simple devices or 2 complex devices are listed for each session. Complex echo lists are based on 45 minute slots for DSE and 60 minute slots for TOE. CT and MRI lists are run as per BSCI guidelines.


Teaching and Supervision of Junior Medical Staff and Students


The post holder will be responsible for the professional supervision and management of junior medical staff. Where appropriate, the post holder will be named in the educational contract of junior staff as the person responsible for overseeing their training and as an initial source of advice to such doctors regarding their careers. In liaison with the Director of Postgraduate Medical Education the post holder will be required to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate education. They will join the other consultants in providing clinical teaching to Bristol and Plymouth medical students from years 3 and 5 and also to junior doctors.


Audit


The post holder will be required to take part in the relevant national audits that apply to their work. The Trust has an audit department which supports and monitors such activity. There is an active Trust Clinical Audit Committee


Study, Research and Continuing Professional Development


The Trust is committed to ensuring that support is given for Continuing professional development and Medical Education. The post holder will be required to fulfil the requirements laid down by the relevant Royal College, and to fulfil the requirements for revalidation laid down by the General Medical Council.

Person specification

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Qualifications

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Essential

GMC registered


Entry onto Specialist register with CCT in cardiology 6 months of date of interview for this post


MRCP (UK) or equivalent


ALS provider




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Desirable

MD, PhD or equivalent

Experience

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Essential

Demonstrable commitment and enthusiasm for cardiology.


Sub-speciality interest in device implantation.




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Desirable

Other sub-speciality interest e.g. heart failure

Additional Criteria

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Essential

Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical diagnosis and care of patients


Clear, logical thought processes displaying an analytical/scientific approach.


Evidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skills


Ability to effectively organise oneself and own work


Active involvement in audit with demonstration of improved outcomes/change


Ability to take a lead in developing/managing a clinical area


Car owner - driver

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This 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.

UK Professional Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

For help with your application, contact:

deirdre Molloy


deirdre.molloy@somersetFT.nhs.uk

Pay scheme

Hospital Medical and Dental

Band

Consultant

Salary

109725.00 to 139889.00 Yearly

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-Time

Reference number

184-OL-MED-MED-3251

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA