Job Description

The closing date is 17th Nov 2025

Anticipated Interview date(s) 23 oct

Job summary

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This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and expanding Cardiology team as a Locum Consultant Cardiologist at Yeovil District Hospital, part of Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. This post is to provide maternity leave cover and offers a unique chance to work in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment with access to cutting-edge facilities and a wide range of subspecialty services.


The successful applicant will be based at Yeovil, contributing to general cardiology inpatient and outpatient care, with the opportunity to develop subspecialty interests aligned with service needs. The role includes ward rounds, outpatient clinics, MDT participation, and teaching of junior medical staff.


This post offers a flexible and supportive working environment, with a job plan tailored to the successful candidate's skills and interests.

Main duties, tasks & skills required

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Provide general cardiology inpatient and outpatient care


Conduct ward rounds and outpatient clinics


Participate in MDTs and subspecialty clinics (depending on experience)


Supervise and teach junior medical staff


Engage in clinical governance and departmental administration


No acute medical on-call or weekend cover required

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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For a comprehensive understanding of the role, we encourage all applicants to carefully review the full job description. It contains detailed information about the duties, responsibilities, and expectations associated with the position.

Person specification

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Qualifications

Essential

Full GMC registration with licence to practise


CCT in Cardiology (or within 6 months of obtaining)




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Experience

Essential

Broad experience in general cardiology


Excellent communication and team-working skills

Desirable

Subspecialty interest aligned with service needs


Experience in teaching and clinical supervision


Involvement in research or service development




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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.


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UK Professional Registration

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


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For help with your application, contact:

deirdre Molloy


deirdre.molloy@somersetFT.nhs.uk




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Pay scheme

Hospital Medical and Dental


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Band

Consultant


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Salary

109725.00 to 145478.00 Yearly
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Contract

Fixed Term


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Duration

12 Month(s)


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Working pattern

Full-Time


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Reference number

184-OL-MED-MED-3417


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Job locations

Yeovil District Hospital

Higher Kingston

Yeovil

Somerset

BA21 4AT