Job summary
The appointment is to commence in Autumn 2026 for a fixed term period of 12 months. The post does not award a National Training Number. As this post is not recognised as a 'training post', full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise is required, and if the appointee does not hold right of residence in the UK sponsorship will be required. The duties of this post are equivalent to ST7/appropriate to an individual holding a Certificate of Completion of Training.

Should any further vacancies arise, shortlisted candidates will be considered.

Main duties of the job
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.

About us
PROUD VALUES
These are the values that all staff at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are expected to demonstrate in all that they do.

• Patients First - Ensure that the people we serve are at the heart of what we do
• Respectful - Be kind, respectful, fair and value diversity
• Ownership - Celebrate our successes, learn continuously and ensure we improve
• Unity - Work in partnership with others
• Deliver - Be efficient, effective and accountable for our actions

For further details of our services and organisational structure, including our Board of Directors, and our future plans please visit www.sth.nhs.uk/about-us

Details
Date posted: 03 November 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: £76,582 a year per annum
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 190-STH-26-227
Job locations: Northern General Hospital, Herries Road, Sheffield, S5 7AU, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
Applications from those unable, for personal reasons, to work on a whole time basis or a job share basis will be considered.

The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link.

Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise
• MB ChB or equivalent
• MRCP or equivalent

Desirable

• MD or PhD

Clinical Experience
Essential

• Broad Training in general Cardiology
• Extensive specialist training in devices and/or electrophysiology (final year or post-CCT or equivalent)

Desirable

• BHRS/ IBHRE/ ESC Devices accreditation
• BHRS/ IBHRE/ ESC Devices accreditation

Research
Essential

• Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
• Basic understanding of research methods and statistics

Desirable

• Publications in Peer reviewed journals.

Teaching and Training
Essential

• Experience of teaching medical students and resident doctors

Continuous Professional Development
Essential

• Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months

Desirable

• Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values
• Good written communication skills
• The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).

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: Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Northern General Hospital, Herries Road, Sheffield, S5 7AU, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.sth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Consultant Cardiologist, Dr Nigel Lewis, nigel.lewis1@nhs.net, 01143052479

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