Job summaryUniversity 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 with expertise in 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 across The James Cook University Hospital, University Hospital of North Tees and The Friarage Hospital, Northallerton.
Ideally, the successful applicant will need to be in post November/December.Main duties of the jobCandidates with expertise in 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 management expertise, the post offers the opportunity to undertake approximately two device implantation sessions each week at The James Cook University Hospital together with up to two pacing sessions at University Hospital of North Tees. The service provides a broad range of contemporary device therapies including CRT, ICD, leadless pacing and subcutaneous ICD implantation.
In addition to any subspecialty commitments, the successful applicant will contribute to the general cardiology service at The Friarage Hospital, Northallerton. This will include outpatient clinics, inpatient ward rounds and management of inpatient cardiology referrals.
Participation in the tertiary cardiology consultant on-call rota based at The James Cook University Hospital is required. This currently operates as a 1:10 rota and includes overnight and weekend on-call commitments.
About usUniversity 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 Cook University Hospital hosts a busy tertiary cardiac centre delivering interventional cardiology, cardiac surgery, cardiac rhythm management, heart failure and 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, leadless pacing 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.
DetailsDate 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 responsibilitiesPlease see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- 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 SkillsEssential- 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
ExperienceEssential- Experience of supervising resident medical staff
Desirable- Any sub-specialty interest
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer 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 detailsFor questions about the job, contact:Clinical Director
Dr Vineet Wadehra
vineetwadehra@nhs.net
01642624973
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.Applicants must have current UK professional registration. 
