• Job Description

  Req#: C9372-25-0505?language=en&page=349&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  This is a full-time fixed-term post for a Locum Consultant Cardiologist with specialist interest in Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) and is designed to keep up with the increasing demands on our local service due to a gap in the current workforce. Applicants will be required to have a wide range of experience in general cardiology and will join 11 full time and one part-time cardiology consultants in the Trust.

  Main duties of the job

  The post holder will be expected to work with colleagues at both sites as required to support the service. The post holder will contribute to the current 1:9 Consultant of the week model for delivering cardiology inpatient care at CRH. There will also be a commitment to a 1:9 cardiology on call service/ weekend rota across the Trust. There is no commitment to general medicine on call.

  Applications are encouraged from experienced consultants wishing to take up a new challenge or newly accredited consultants who will be supported through our highly regarded development programmes.

  This is a Full-Time post providing 10 Programmed Activities (PAs), but applicants wishing to work part-time are also encouraged to apply and job plans will be adjusted accordingly, and by negotiation with appointees.

  About us

  If you want to join a supportive and friendly team providing compassionate care then come and join us to help us achieve 'outstanding' in the next CQC inspection. We are nestled in the heart of the stunning Pennine hills; the area which inspired the works of the Bronte sisters. We're conveniently located close to Manchester, and surrounded by breath-taking scenery, places to visit and things to do. With an affordable housing market and fantastic schools CHFT is perfect for family life as well as professional development.

  The Foundation Trust aims to design and implement services, policies and measures that meet the diverse needs of our service, population and workforce, ensuring that none are placed at a disadvantage over others.

  Our Future Plans

  The Department of Health and Social Care has awarded capital funding to invest in local health services at both Calderdale Royal Hospital and Huddersfield Royal Infirmary. This is a significant investment and an opportunity to enhance services for our populations in Calderdale and Huddersfield and West Yorkshire for generations to come. To find out more, please visit Our Future Plans - CHFT (cht.nhs.uk)

  Details

  Date posted

  29 July 2025

  Pay scheme

  Hospital medical and dental staff

  Grade

  Consultant

  Salary

  £109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum

  Contract

  Fixed term

  Duration

  6 months

  Working pattern

  Full-time

  Reference number

  372-MED-MD215

  Job locations

  Calderdale Royal Hospital

  Salterhebble

  Halifax

  HX3 0PW

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  The post holder will be expected to work with colleagues at both sites as required to support the service. The post holder will contribute to the current 1:10 Consultant of the week model for delivering cardiology inpatient care at CRH. There will also be a commitment to a 1:10 cardiology on call service/ weekend rota across the Trust. There is no commitment to general medicine on call.

  Applications are encouraged from experienced consultants wishing to take up a new challenge or newly accredited consultants who will be supported through our highly regarded development programmes. The post holder is encouraged to develop his/her own sub-specialty interest.

  Main responsibilities available in the job description.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  The post holder will be expected to work with colleagues at both sites as required to support the service. The post holder will contribute to the current 1:10 Consultant of the week model for delivering cardiology inpatient care at CRH. There will also be a commitment to a 1:10 cardiology on call service/ weekend rota across the Trust. There is no commitment to general medicine on call.

  Applications are encouraged from experienced consultants wishing to take up a new challenge or newly accredited consultants who will be supported through our highly regarded development programmes. The post holder is encouraged to develop his/her own sub-specialty interest.

  Main responsibilities available in the job description.

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • MRCP or equivalent
  • Specialist registration for Cardiology is preferred (or within 6 months of being admitted to the register for trainees, if currently in a training programme in the UK) but consideration will be given to applicants with relevant consultant level experience or trainees in a UK training scheme who are within 6 months of attaining specialist registration.
  • Applicants must be Registered with the General Medical Council and hold a Licence to Practise

  Desirable

  • Relevant higher degree (MD or PhD degree)

  Experience and Achievements

  Essential

  • Must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in all aspects of Cardiology

  Desirable

  • Also, should have significant minor Cardiology procedures experience and any other post graduate qualifications that can advance the department needs would be preferable
  • Understanding current issues within the wider NHS
  • Attendance at a recognised management course
  • Shows ability to work with and lead others across professions

  Teaching and Training

  Essential

  • Experience of and enthusiasm for clinical teaching of postgraduate doctors and non-medical staff.

  Desirable

  • Academic achievements/evidence of familiarity with research methods which have resulted in publications
  • Training in clinical and educational supervision
  • Attendance at a teaching course

  Audit and Research

  Essential

  • Critical Appraisal Skills

  Desirable

  • Knowledge of Audit principles and evidence of participation in and completion of audit projects
  • Evidence of knowledge of research methodology

  Disposition-Adjustment/Attitude/Commitment

  Essential

  • Good communication and empathy skills with patients
  • Evidence of willingness to participate in a multi-disciplinary team environment to provide an integrated service
  • Ability to work as a member of a team, both through communication and sharing workload
  • Ability to manage high pressure situations e.g. clinical crisis
  • Ability to prioritise and organise workload and co-ordinate staff
  • Ability to integrate the care of a patient by many and various other clinical staff
  • Willingness to work flexibly to deliver clinically effective and cost effective healthcare

  Practical/Intellectual Skills/Personal Qualities

  Desirable

  • Evidence of continual learning and development
  • Understands self (strengths and weaknesses) and impact of behaviour on others
  • Evidence of innovation
  • Ability to use a word processor, spreadsheet, presentation software, email and internet browser

  General

  Essential

  • Eligibility to work in the UK
  • Ability to work in various locations throughout the network of services provided by Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
  • For areas requiring EPP Clearance (Exposure Prone Procedures), this will also be a requirement of the health screening
  • An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required with the Disclosure and Barring Service

  Person Specification

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • MRCP or equivalent
  • Specialist registration for Cardiology is preferred (or within 6 months of being admitted to the register for trainees, if currently in a training programme in the UK) but consideration will be given to applicants with relevant consultant level experience or trainees in a UK training scheme who are within 6 months of attaining specialist registration.
  • Applicants must be Registered with the General Medical Council and hold a Licence to Practise

  Desirable

  • Relevant higher degree (MD or PhD degree)

  Experience and Achievements

  Essential

  • Must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in all aspects of Cardiology

  Desirable

  • Also, should have significant minor Cardiology procedures experience and any other post graduate qualifications that can advance the department needs would be preferable
  • Understanding current issues within the wider NHS
  • Attendance at a recognised management course
  • Shows ability to work with and lead others across professions

  Teaching and Training

  Essential

  • Experience of and enthusiasm for clinical teaching of postgraduate doctors and non-medical staff.

  Desirable

  • Academic achievements/evidence of familiarity with research methods which have resulted in publications
  • Training in clinical and educational supervision
  • Attendance at a teaching course

  Audit and Research

  Essential

  • Critical Appraisal Skills

  Desirable

  • Knowledge of Audit principles and evidence of participation in and completion of audit projects
  • Evidence of knowledge of research methodology

  Disposition-Adjustment/Attitude/Commitment

  Essential

  • Good communication and empathy skills with patients
  • Evidence of willingness to participate in a multi-disciplinary team environment to provide an integrated service
  • Ability to work as a member of a team, both through communication and sharing workload
  • Ability to manage high pressure situations e.g. clinical crisis
  • Ability to prioritise and organise workload and co-ordinate staff
  • Ability to integrate the care of a patient by many and various other clinical staff
  • Willingness to work flexibly to deliver clinically effective and cost effective healthcare

  Practical/Intellectual Skills/Personal Qualities

  Desirable

  • Evidence of continual learning and development
  • Understands self (strengths and weaknesses) and impact of behaviour on others
  • Evidence of innovation
  • Ability to use a word processor, spreadsheet, presentation software, email and internet browser

  General

  Essential

  • Eligibility to work in the UK
  • Ability to work in various locations throughout the network of services provided by Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
  • For areas requiring EPP Clearance (Exposure Prone Procedures), this will also be a requirement of the health screening
  • An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required with the Disclosure and Barring Service

  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

  Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Calderdale Royal Hospital

  Salterhebble

  Halifax

  HX3 0PW

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.cht.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

  Address

  Calderdale Royal Hospital

  Salterhebble

  Halifax

  HX3 0PW

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.cht.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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