Senior Fellow - Cardiology

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Closing date: 01 March 2026

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Applications are invited for the role as senior fellow in cardiology at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS). The position will be suitable for any candidates wishing to embark upon or develop their formal specialist training within cardiology who has the relevant experience.

UHS is a busy tertiary cardiac surgical centre and you will form part of the wider medical team within the UHS cardiology department. Oncall frequency is between 1:10 and 1:14 including CCU, nights, weekends, clinics and ward duties. The department offers all aspects of cardiology practice and training can be offered in all areas depending upon the successful applicant's interests and level of experience.

This may include echocardiography, and all aspects of invasive cardiology.

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for. It outlines the essential criteria for the role and is designed to support you in preparing your application by helping you evaluate how your skills, experience, and professional background align with the requirements of the role.

Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed fellow doctors and dentists. Applicants requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.

Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave.

Grades for Trust appointed fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay) salary will be assessed based on experience and skills.

Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5; have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training; hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g. FRCP, FRCA, FRCS); a portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee).

Proposed interview date: 6th March 2026. This Final date to receive applications on or before 1st March 2026.

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• GMC registration with a licence to practice
• Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
• MRCP or equivalent
• Evidence of cardiology registrar experience in a UK tertiary centre including out of hours
• ACLS

• Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams
• Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
• Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with…