Consultant in Cardiology

Consultant in Cardiology

The closing date is 24 May 2026

Due to service expansion, we are inviting applications for a Consultant in Cardiology, with a sub specialty interest in imaging (CT/cardiac MRI and/or advanced echo), although other interests will be considered. There is also the opportunity to support further development of specialist clinical services in Adult Congenital Heart Disease and Cardiomyopathy/Inherited Cardiac Conditions.

The role offers a welcoming, ambitious and collaborative department. You will be encouraged and supported in a varied role that allows you to impact through service development, teaching and research.

Job responsibilities

• Provide cardiology services in North Devon, with cross site working at the Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital (Wonford) and remote reporting and telephone clinics.
• Support the development of specialist services in Adult Congenital Heart Disease and Cardiomyopathy/Inherited Cardiac Conditions.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team including heart failure clinical nurse specialists, cardiac rehabilitation nurses, arrhythmia care coordinators and a range of trainees.
• Assist in teaching and research activities within the department.
• Attend on call duties limited to 1 in 12 weekends, 08 00, with no overnight requirements.

Qualifications & Preferences

• Consultant in Cardiology with sub specialty interest in imaging (CT/cardiac MRI and/or advanced echo).
• Familiarity with adult congenital heart disease or cardiomyopathy/inherited cardiac conditions is desirable.

Benefits

• 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
• Access to comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling and onsite wellbeing activities.
• Extensive staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure.
• Salary sacrifice options and car lease schemes.
• Access to a national discount service (Blue Light Card) and Health Service Discounts.
• Cycle to work scheme and on site nursery at Exeter.
• Comprehensive NHS pension scheme.

Inclusive Employer Statement

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures and abilities. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post requires a Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 disclosure and a Disclosure and Barring Service check to investigate any previous criminal convictions.

Contact

For further information please contact: Dr Christopher Gibbs, Clinical Director, Consultant Cardiologist by e mail:

Additional Information

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. Interview Date: TBC.

Address

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust