Job summary
We have a fabulous opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed Consultant to join us in the Cardiology Directorate at Fairfield General Hospital and the Royal Oldham Hospital (inc Oldham Community)
The appointed individual will be expected to work closely with other Consultants in the department of Cardiology.
There are regular directorate meetings to communicate directorate and corporate issues and to provide support to medical staff.
A mentor will be allocated to the new appointee to assist their transition into their new role. Regular job planning meetings are held to monitor workload.
Main duties of the job
You will join a team of Consultants, Physiologists, Nurses, and Managers who are proud of the service that they provide.
There is significant scope for development in the Cardiology directorate and the opportunity to shape the strategic direction of that service for the right candidate.
You must be on the Specialist Register holding CCT in Cardiology or expect to do so within 6 months of interview and you must be competent in complex pacing. We look forward to hearing from you!
About us
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance as a Consultant by visiting our Consultant careers landing page: Consultant careers :: Northern Care Alliance Careers
Details Date posted
03 June 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
236-BCO-CON-CARDIO-25-B
Job locations
Fairfield General Hospital - all sites inc Oldham Community.
Rochdale Old Road
Bury
BL9 7TD
Job description Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: https://careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/
Job description Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: https://careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/
Person Specification Knowledge, Training & Experience Essential
* Competence in complex pacing plus additional subspecialty interest, Heart failure or Cardiac Imaging or Inherited Cardiac Conditions or PCI
* Clinical expertise and broad knowledge in all aspects of cardiology
* Demonstrate a commitment to development of cardiology services
* Clinical Governance understanding
Desirable
* Understanding of project management and preparing a business case
* To have an understanding of the process in appraising medical staff.
* Understanding of the Trust's procedure in the management of complaints.
* Experience in advanced cardiac devices and extraction, including Micra and S-ICD.
* Teaching experience, nationally or internationally
Skills & Abilities Essential
* Excellent communication skills in order to discuss patient care with patients, patient's relatives, nursing staff and colleagues.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills to be able to write and present reports at Board level.
* Ability to work well within a team
* Effective problem-solving skills.
* Demonstrate effective leadership skills.
Qualifications Essential
* Primary medical qualification (eg. MBChB)
* MRCP or equivalent training and experience
* Registration on the GMC Specialist Register-CCT or within 6 months of obtaining CCT
* Hold CCST in Cardiology or expect to do so within 3 months of interview
Desirable
* A higher degree e.g., MSc/MD
* BHRS, IBHRE, EHRA (Cardiac devices accreditation) or equivalent
* Evidence of Accredited Clinical & Educational Supervision of Medical Learners
Person Specification Knowledge, Training & Experience Essential
* Competence in complex pacing plus additional subspecialty interest, Heart failure or Cardiac Imaging or Inherited Cardiac Conditions or PCI
* Clinical expertise and broad knowledge in all aspects of cardiology
* Demonstrate a commitment to development of cardiology services
* Clinical Governance understanding
Desirable
* Understanding of project management and preparing a business case
* To have an understanding of the process in appraising medical staff.
* Understanding of the Trust's procedure in the management of complaints.
* Experience in advanced cardiac devices and extraction, including Micra and S-ICD.
* Teaching experience, nationally or internationally
Skills & Abilities Essential
* Excellent communication skills in order to discuss patient care with patients, patient's relatives, nursing staff and colleagues.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills to be able to write and present reports at Board level.
* Ability to work well within a team
* Effective problem-solving skills.
* Demonstrate effective leadership skills.
Qualifications Essential
* Primary medical qualification (eg. MBChB)
* MRCP or equivalent training and experience
* Registration on the GMC Specialist Register-CCT or within 6 months of obtaining CCT
* Hold CCST in Cardiology or expect to do so within 3 months of interview
Desirable
* A higher degree e.g., MSc/MD
* BHRS, IBHRE, EHRA (Cardiac devices accreditation) or equivalent
* Evidence of Accredited Clinical & Educational Supervision of Medical Learners
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information 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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name
Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Fairfield General Hospital - all sites inc Oldham Community.
Rochdale Old Road
Bury
BL9 7TD
Employer's website
https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer name
Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Fairfield General Hospital - all sites inc Oldham Community.
Rochdale Old Road
Bury
BL9 7TD
Employer's website
https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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