Job Description

We are seeking to appoint a substantive Consultant in Cardiac Surgery with a special interest in Complex aortic root and Aorto-vascular Surgery at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, based predominantly at the Royal Brompton site. You will join a team of 21 cardiac surgeons and 10 with a special interest in aortic surgery across our three main hospital sites.
In addition to holding full GMC registration and FRCS (CTh) or equivalent the successful candidate will be in possession of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or equivalent or be within 6 months of possession at the time of interview. Candidates are expected to have experience with independent operating for routine cases and demonstrate a special interest in the management of complex aorto-vascular surgery including acute aortic dissection.
Informal enquiries are encouraged and may be made to Mr. Mario Petrou (mario.petrou1@nhs.net) Clinical Director- for Cardiovascular Services(Royal Brompton Hospital) or Mr Sunil Bhudia (s.bhudia@nhs.net) Clinical Director- for Cardiovascular Services(Harefield Hospital) or Dr Vias Markides (v.markides@nhs.net) Deputy Medical Director at the Royal Brompton Hospital.
Main duties of the job

• Responsible for provision of care, at consultant level, to Cardiac Surgical inpatients, outpatients, and patients undergoing cardiac surgery, including pre-procedural evaluation and post procedural care. Active contribution to multi-disciplinary team working. Regular consultant-led ward rounds, and on call commitments.
• To participate in Clinical Governance, Audit and Quality Improvement initiatives within Cardiac Surgery.
• To participate in Clinical Audit programme and Clinical Governance.
• 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, management, technical and nursing staff, as required for performing the responsibilities of this post. This includes electronic communication within the department, the Trust, and with national and international colleagues.

About us
Our mission is to be the UK's leading specialist centre for heart and lung disease. We will achieve this mission through a strategy of focused growth in aspects of heart and lung treatment, such as congenital heart disease, arrhythmia, heart failure and advanced lung diseases. Our approach is based on:

• The continual development of leading-edge services through clinical refinement and research
• The effective and efficient delivery of core specialist treatment
• The transition of appropriate routine services to other centres to release capacity for new interventions

Remaining an autonomous specialist organisation is central to preserving and building our strong clinical and organisational record. However, we are equally convinced of the importance of effective partnerships particularly with major academic bodies to ensure a continuing pipeline of innovations to develop future treatments.
We strive to recruit and retain the best staff as the dedication and skills of our employees lie at the heart of our organisation and ensure that our services are of the highest quality, safe and focused on our patients.
Details
Date posted
14 October 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
109,725 to 145,478 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
196-CON1085
Job locations
Royal Brompton Hospital
Sydney Street
London
SW3 6NP
Job description
Job responsibilities

• Responsible for provision of care, at consultant level, to Cardiac Surgical inpatients, outpatients, and patients undergoing cardiac surgery, including pre-procedural evaluation and post procedural care. Active contribution to multi-disciplinary team working. Regular consultant-led ward rounds, and on call commitments.
• To participate in Clinical Governance, Audit and Quality Improvement initiatives within Cardiac Surgery.
• To participate in Clinical Audit programme and Clinical Governance.
• 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, management, technical and nursing staff, as required for performing the responsibilities of this post. This includes electronic communication within the department, the Trust, and with national and international colleagues.

Job description
Job responsibilities

• Responsible for provision of care, at consultant level, to Cardiac Surgical inpatients, outpatients, and patients undergoing cardiac surgery, including pre-procedural evaluation and post procedural care. Active contribution to multi-disciplinary team working. Regular consultant-led ward rounds, and on call commitments.
• To participate in Clinical Governance, Audit and Quality Improvement initiatives within Cardiac Surgery.
• To participate in Clinical Audit programme and Clinical Governance.
• 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, management, technical and nursing staff, as required for performing the responsibilities of this post. This includes electronic communication within the department, the Trust, and with national and international colleagues.

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in relevant speciality
• Specialist training in Cardiac Surgery
• Experienced independent operator for cardiac surgery, especially for 'routine' CABG, AVR and AVR + CABG
• Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision

Desirable

• Post-CCT fellowship experience in an area of sub-specialty interest e.g. mini-mitral, aorto-vascular
• Proven track record of research in cardiac surgery
• Leadership of care group/directorate (or equivalent)

Qualifications/Training
Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• FRCS or equivalent
• On the Specialist Register of The GMC or within 6 months of eligibility at the time of interview
• Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Cardiac Surgery, or within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview

Desirable

• Higher degree (PhD, MD etc)
• Commitment to continuing Medical Education

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Essential

• Technical and clinical skills required for Cardiac Surgery
• Evidence of active involvement in governance and audit /Ability to conduct clinical audi
• Broad range of IT skills
• Ability to initiate & supervise research (

Desirable

• Understanding needs of service development
• Clinical leadership skills

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in relevant speciality
• Specialist training in Cardiac Surgery
• Experienced independent operator for cardiac surgery, especially for 'routine' CABG, AVR and AVR + CABG
• Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision

Desirable

• Post-CCT fellowship experience in an area of sub-specialty interest e.g. mini-mitral, aorto-vascular
• Proven track record of research in cardiac surgery
• Leadership of care group/directorate (or equivalent)

Qualifications/Training
Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• FRCS or equivalent
• On the Specialist Register of The GMC or within 6 months of eligibility at the time of interview
• Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Cardiac Surgery, or within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview

Desirable

• Higher degree (PhD, MD etc)
• Commitment to continuing Medical Education

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Essential

• Technical and clinical skills required for Cardiac Surgery
• Evidence of active involvement in governance and audit /Ability to conduct clinical audi
• Broad range of IT skills
• Ability to initiate & supervise research (

Desirable

• Understanding needs of service development
• Clinical leadership skills

Skills Required