NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
The expansion of the existing medical workforce will allow us to develop new and innovative approaches in the delivery of patient care that meet an increasing demand for our services. We are seeking to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic colleague to work with the team in NHS Ayrshire and Arran as a Specialist Doctor. The posts will provide a unique and exciting opportunity to be involved in shaping the future of the service.
The successful candidates will be based at University Hospital Crosshouse and will join the existing team in providing a Pan-Ayrshire Cardiology service.
This post would ideally suit an individual who has completed internal medical training or has at least two years post graduate experience within general medicine. MRCPUK is desirable.
Educational Aims of Post
The post will offer:
* Opportunity to build an excellent Portfolio for those who are intending to progress within the specialty
* Ample opportunity to enhance your experience in acute services
* Experience of out-patient clinics
* Opportunity to publish papers and audits under direct guidance of experienced consultants
* Participation in clinical activities and one to one teaching
* Experience in audit, research and related activities
Further Information/ Informal Inquiries
For further information about the post, or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Dr Jim McGowan 01292 614313 (Jim.McGowan@aapct.scot.nhs.uk), or Dr Elaine Spalding Associate Medical Director, University Hospital Crosshouse 01292 614819 (elaine.spalding@aapct.scot.nhs.uk).
Mrs Debbie Hardie, Divisional General Manager Medicine NHS Ayrshire & Arran, would also welcome the opportunity to discuss the post in more detail and can be contacted on 01292 27173
Application in the form of a current CV with evidence to support your entry onto the Specialist Register/CCT date together with the names and addresses of 2 referees (postal and email), including your current and most recent Clinical Director/Lead Consultant, and completed Sections 1-6, should be submitted to medicalrecruitment@aapct.scot.nhs.uk no later than 13th May 2025 (noon). Please Quote Ref No: MD/780/18. Interviews anticipated week commencing 3rd June 2025.
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