Job Summary
This new post, developed in response to an increasing workload and complexity of Multimodality Cardiac Imaging, is intended to increase the capabilities of the Trust to meet the ambitious targets for patients suffering from all forms of cardiovascular disease and in particular to further develop and expand our comprehensive Multimodality Cardiac Imaging service.

We offer one of the region-leading Multimodality Cardiac Imaging services offering the full repertoire of modalities for all indications, including complex, superspecialised techniques such as Complex ACHD Echo/CT/MRI, Legacy Non MRI-Conditional Pacing Device Cardiac MRI, 3D Echocardiography, Non-Ischaemic Exercise Stress Echo, Transcatheter Structural Intervention Echo/CT/MRI and Cardiac PET. We also provide Advanced Cardiac Imaging input to regional hospitals and a range of West Midlands MDTs.

Main Duties of the Job
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a PFI hospital opened in July 2006. All equipment is automatically replaced on a five to seven year cycle, and this includes four state-of-the art Cardiac Catheter Laboratories.

The successful candidate will be a high-quality Multimodality Cardiac Imaging Cardiologist with board accreditation and broad experience in Transthoracic Echocardiography, Transoesophageal Echocardiography, Stress Echocardiography, Cardiac CT and Cardiac MRI, and will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of these services.

About Us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Details
Date posted: 14 July 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 218-T1-SCT-8153040
Job locations: University Hospital Coventry, Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry, CV2 2DX, United Kingdom

Job Responsibilities
Contribute to the provision and development of a high-quality Multimodality Cardiac Imaging service through independent practice in Transthoracic Echocardiography, Transoesophageal Echocardiography, Stress Echocardiography, Cardiac CT and Cardiac MRI. Work with the Trust management, Primary Care Trusts, Commissioners and referring hospitals to develop a comprehensive Cardiac Imaging service for the population of Coventry & Warwickshire. Provide consultant sessions supporting the Outpatient Cardiology service. Train, supervise and take professional accountability for non-consultant medical staff in the Cardiology Department. Contribute to the training and development of staff in the Cardiac Imaging service. Teach medical students and other health professionals. Ensure adherence to departmental, Trust, regional and national policies including patients charter standards and clinical governance. Undertake flexible activities as part of general duties and supporting professional activities.

Person Specification
Qualifications - Essential

• MBChB or equivalent
• MRCP or equivalent
• Full GMC registration
• BSE/EACVI Accreditation in Transthoracic Echocardiography
• BSE/EACVI Accreditation in Transoesophageal Echocardiography
• EACVI/SCMR Level 2 accreditation in Cardiac MRI
• SCCT/EACVI/BSCI /BSCCT Level 2 accreditation in Cardiac CT
• Eligibility for inclusion on Specialist Register within 6 months of interview date.

Qualifications - Desirable

• Postgraduate research degree (MD, PhD or equivalent)
• Post-CCT imaging fellowship
• EACVI/SCMR Level 3 accreditation in Cardiac MRI
• SCCT/EACVI/BSCI Level 3 accreditation in Cardiac CT

Training and Experience - Essential

• Independent practice in Transthoracic Echocardiography, 3D Echocardiography, Transoesophageal Echocardiography, Stress Echocardiography, Cardiac CT and Cardiac MRI
• Competence in performing and reporting TAVI CT
• Thorough and detailed knowledge of medical audit, medical education, current clinical and medical best practice.
• Understanding of the Clinical Governance process.
• Ability to lead, communicate, liaise and negotiate with others.
• Ability to advise on efficient and smooth running of specialist service.
• Ability to motivate, innovate and support staff of all disciplines.
• Ability to organise and manage diagnostic work and laboratory priorities.
• Ability to manage and lead clinical team.
• Competent in basic information technology.
• Further skills in information technology.
• Ability to supervise, appraise, coach and mentor trainee and other doctors.
• Understanding of the concepts of management.
• Experience of service development.
• Awareness of health service reforms and issues across all healthcare economy

Teaching/Educational Experience - Essential

• Ability to design and deliver talks/lectures/workshops effectively.
• Experienced in demonstrating clinical procedures/techniques to other healthcare professionals.
• Commitment to continuing medical education.
• Ability to organise and participate in and evidence of teaching and training undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Appraisal and assessment training skills.

Teaching/Educational Experience - Desirable

• Experience in supervising SpRs

Research Experience - Essential

• Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems.
• Peer reviewed publications

Research Experience - Desirable

• Publications in high impact journals

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.

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.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.