Trust Fellow in Congenital Cardiology with certificate of sponsorship to the UK
Visa Note
While this position offers a certificate of sponsorship to the UK, applicants must verify their visa eligibility directly with the employer before applying. International candidates are welcome to apply, but confirmation of work permit eligibility should be obtained through the recruitment process.
Job Summary
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust is seeking a Trust Fellow in Congenital Cardiology to join the East Midlands Congenital Heart Centre (EMCHC) based at Glenfield Hospital. This is one of two Clinical Fellow posts providing day-to-day care to patients with adult congenital heart disease (ACHD). The position is ideal for medical professionals interested in gaining experience in ACHD cardiology with a view to future structured training in the specialty or who wish to advance their knowledge in ACHD cardiology as an interest in another subspecialty.
Job Details
Company: University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Location: Glenfield Hospital, Groby Road, Leicester, LE3 9QP
Salary: £65,048 per annum
Schedule: Full-time
Employment Type: Fixed term (12 months initially, may be extended by mutual agreement to a maximum of two years)
Language: English
Education: Experience-based
Application Deadline: 19 April 2026
Reference Number: 358-7819655-W&C
Certificate of Sponsorship: Available for eligible international candidates
About the Role
This post is specifically designed for medical professionals who are interested in gaining experience in ACHD cardiology with a view to future structured training in the specialty. It is also suitable for those who have completed their training in ACHD and wish to gain additional experience before taking up a consultant job in the specialty. The post does not include any out of hours (on-call) commitment, providing an ideal work-life balance for international relocating candidates.
Main Duties of the Job
You will participate in managing the care of ACHD patients at registrar level and be expected to perform clinical and non-invasive assessments including ECG interpretation and transthoracic echocardiography. The post will include responsibility for day-to-day running and planning of the ACHD inpatients and implementing management plans under the supervision of the consultant staff. You will present cases at departmental MDT meetings where the management of patients with complex congenital disease are discussed.
Clinical Responsibilities
As the Trust Fellow in Congenital Cardiology, you will develop outpatient management experience through attending two clinics per week. You will learn to present patients for multidisciplinary team discussion and begin to participate in more complex decision-making roles, developing skills in triage, communication and prioritisation. ACHD patients may also be discussed at MDT meetings covering anomalous coronary problems, revascularisation, mitral valves, thoracic aorta, vascular surgery, clinical genetics, TAVI, PFO and imaging.
Professional Development
You will be expected to acquire the advanced echocardiography skills needed for the assessment of congenital heart disease during your tenure. Other subspecialty areas for learning include maternal cardiology, cardiac MRI, structural intervention and TOE. Your timetable will be developed to reflect your particular interests balanced against the training requirements of the other middle grade staff. You will also gain valuable experience in inherited cardiac conditions with our ICC experts.
About the Team
The post holder will join a permanent team of four ACHD cardiology consultants, three congenital cardiac surgeons, three congenital interventional cardiologists, four specialist ACHD nurses, two clinical psychologists and a large group of specialist cardiac physiologists. The wider team also includes colleagues from cardiac radiology, electrophysiology, clinical genetics and pacing. There is a second clinical fellow and an FY1 on fixed team contracts and often a UK ACHD subspecialty ACHD trainee. The ACHD service sits within the East Midlands Congenital Heart Centre, which includes paediatric and fetal cardiology.
About University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030). We have four primary goals: high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellence. We embed health equality in all we do – taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our Values
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all: we are compassionate, we are proud, we are inclusive, and we are one team. This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential: Any basic medical qualification eligible for registration with the GMC.
Desirable: Full Postgraduate MRCP or equivalent; Higher degree (MD/PhD).
Experience
Essential: Evidence of Cardiology experience at ST3+ level.
Desirable: Evidence of Higher Specialist Training in Congenital Cardiology.
Communication and Relationship Skills
Essential: Ability to function as a member of a multi-disciplinary clinical team; Empathic approach when talking to patients and their families.
Analytical and Judgement Skills
Essential: An understanding of and commitment to research and evidence based practice in all aspects of medical care; Commitment to an understanding of the principles of audit.
Desirable: Practical experience of participation in clinical audit projects; Previous Research Experience; Practical experience of participation in research project.
Planning and Organisation Skills
Essential: Ability to manage your own time and work effectively, understanding of role and importance of management in the NHS.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential: Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
Skills
Desirable: Previous clinical experience in performing echocardiography and interventional procedures; Advance Life Support certification.
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential: Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust’s Values and Behaviours.
How to Apply
Apply Instructions: Apply via NHS Jobs website.
International candidates should ensure they have all necessary documentation ready before applying, including proof of medical qualifications, GMC registration eligibility, and any required language proficiency certificates. It is recommended to contact the employer directly to discuss visa sponsorship requirements before submitting your application.
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. 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website for overseas health professionals.
Employer Details
Employer Name: University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Address: Glenfield Hospital, Groby Road, Leicester, LE3 9QP
Website: https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/
Certification: The employer is accredited as an Apprenticeships provider, Armed Forces Covenant supporter, CQC Good rated, Disability Confident Employer, Happy to Talk Flexible Working employer, MINDFUL employer, and Step into Health participant.
Contact Information
For questions about the job, contact:
Name: Sahiba Kalsi
Title: General Manager
Email: sahiba.kalsi@uhl-tr.nhs.uk
Phone: 07950866704
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