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An exciting opportunity has arisen to be part of a growing and dynamic interventional Cardiology team, here at Torbay hospital. The current vacancy is for a 12 month fixed term post designed primarily to support the provision of a local 24/7 Primary PCI rota, on a 1 in 6 on‑call rota with prospective cover. Flexibility in cover arrangements is required. Play a part in delivering the Cardiology collaborative programme. There may be an option to convert this role into a substantive post in the future if the service need requires it.
The post holder would be part of a team and would be expected to support the interventional 24/7 cardiology primary PCI rota, ward‑based and growing outpatient service. To be proactive in ensuring that all patients receive rapid assessment, treatment and clinical decision making, whilst ensuring our standard to deliver safe quality and performance is delivered and sustained. To provide teaching and training at undergraduate and postgraduate level and supervise and train the juniors and specialty doctors. To be proactive in the department’s clinical governance agenda and take on leadership roles to support continuous learning and improvement, thereby abiding by the clinical and corporate governance policies of the Trust. To liaise with clinicians and managers within and outside the department to address any issues arising that may affect the services. To participate in relevant audit and quality assurance processes. To communicate with local GPs. To manage a team of responsibilities.
Why Work With Us
Torbay & South Devon Foundation Trust is an expanding and innovative trust set in the heart of South Devon. This is an area of exceptional natural beauty, with outstanding opportunities for dry‑land and water‑based activities and has a very mild climate. Torbay is known as the English Riviera and boasts award‑winning beaches and a stunning coastline. We are committed to providing the highest Cardiology services that support healthy relationships and well‑being in Torbay and South Devon.
Contact
Name: Dr Usman Sheikh
Job title: Cardiology Consultant Clinical Lead
Email address: usheikh@nhs.net
Telephone number: 01803 654462
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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