Locum Consultant Cardiologist
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South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Locum Consultant Cardiologist
The closing date is 29 September 2026
Job summary
University Hospitals Tees is looking to appoint a Locum Consultant Cardiologist for a 6 month period (with an interest in complex device implantation preferred) to join our existing team of 28 consultants.This is an exciting opportunity to support the cardiac rhythm management and complex device implantation team in a tertiary cardiac centre serving Teesside, Durham and parts of Cumbria and North Yorkshire.
We welcome applications from enthusiastic and experienced cardiologists across all subspecialty interests. While particular interest will be given to candidates withexpertisein cardiac rhythm management (CRM) and complex device implantation, applicants from other cardiology subspecialties are encouraged to apply.
The successful applicant will contribute to the delivery of high-quality cardiology services across University Hospitals Tees and will join a friendly and supportive consultant team working across both district general and tertiary cardiac services.
The post holder will join a friendly and highly experienced multidisciplinary team providing specialist and general cardiology services acrossThe James CookUniversity Hospital, University Hospital of NorthTeesandTheFriarageHospital, Northallerton.
Ideally, the successful applicant will need to be in post November/December.
Main duties of the job
Candidates with expertisein cardiac rhythm management and device implantation are particularly encouraged to apply. However, applications are welcomed from consultants with other cardiology subspecialty interests. The successful candidate's area of expertise will be incorporated into the job plan wherever possible, balancing individual interests with the clinical requirements of the service.
For candidates with cardiac rhythm managementexpertise, the post offers the opportunity to undertake approximately two device implantation sessions each week atThe James CookUniversity Hospital together with up to two pacing sessions atUniversity Hospital ofNorth Tees. The serviceprovidesa broad range of contemporary device therapies including CRT, ICD, leadlesspacingand subcutaneous ICD implantation.
In addition to any subspecialty commitments, the successful applicant will contribute to the general cardiology service atTheFriarageHospital, Northallerton. This will include outpatient clinics, inpatient wardroundsand management of inpatient cardiology referrals.
Participation in the tertiary cardiology consultant on-call rota based atThe James CookUniversity Hospital isrequired. This currentlyoperatesas a 1:10 rota and includes overnight and weekend on-call commitments.
About us
University Hospitals Tees provides comprehensive cardiac services across multiple hospital sites and is home to one of the largest tertiary cardiology centres in the North of England.
The James CookUniversity Hospital hosts a busy tertiary cardiac centre delivering interventional cardiology, cardiac surgery, cardiac rhythm management, heartfailureand specialist cardiac services for a large regional population. The cardiac rhythm management service has an established reputation for delivering high-quality care and offers a comprehensive range of device therapies including CRT, ICD, leadlesspacing and subcutaneous ICD implantation.
The Tees Valley offers an excellent quality of life, combining vibrant towns and market communities with beautiful countryside and coastline. The North York Moors National Park is on the doorstep, while excellent transport links place Newcastle, York, Leeds, Edinburgh and London within easy reach.
Details
Date posted
16 September 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
328-CARDIO-MED-8274405
Job locations
The James Cook University Hospital
Marton Road
Middlesbrough
TS4 3BW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- MRCP or equivalent
- On the GMC specialist register for Cardiovascular Medicine through CCT, CESR or European Community Rights. Applicants on an approved training program may apply if their expected CCT date is within 6 months of interview
Desirable
- MD, PhD or MSc
- Training in appraisal techniques
- Formal teaching qualification
- Management training
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Evidence of training and clinical experience in General Cardiology
- Evidence of subspecialty training in Cardiac Electrophysiology +/- Cardiac devices
Desirable
- Advanced subspecialty training in Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM), including independent implantation of CRT-P, CRT-D and ICD devices
Experience
Essential
- Experience of supervising resident medical staff
Desirable
- Any sub-specialty interest
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- MRCP or equivalent
- On the GMC specialist register for Cardiovascular Medicine through CCT, CESR or European Community Rights. Applicants on an approved training program may apply if their expected CCT date is within 6 months of interview
Desirable
- MD, PhD or MSc
- Training in appraisal techniques
- Formal teaching qualification
- Management training
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Evidence of training and clinical experience in General Cardiology
- Evidence of subspecialty training in Cardiac Electrophysiology +/- Cardiac devices
Desirable
- Advanced subspecialty training in Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM), including independent implantation of CRT-P, CRT-D and ICD devices
Experience
Essential
- Experience of supervising resident medical staff
Desirable
- Any sub-specialty interest
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.
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.
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
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The James Cook University Hospital
Marton Road
Middlesbrough
TS4 3BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The James Cook University Hospital
Marton Road
Middlesbrough
TS4 3BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Clinical Director
Dr Vineet Wadehra
01642624973
Details
Date posted
16 September 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
328-CARDIO-MED-8274405
Job locations
The James Cook University Hospital
Marton Road
Middlesbrough
TS4 3BW
United Kingdom
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