Consultant Cardiac Surgeon

University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Bristol seeks an experienced Consultant Cardiac Surgeon to join a dynamic surgical team. This permanent position involves clinical, teaching, governance, and research duties, as well as opportunities to develop adult cardiac surgery services. Applicants must possess GMC registration, FRCS (CTh-UK), and have proven independent clinical experience. This role emphasizes collaboration and leadership in a state-of-the-art cardiac facility.

Qualifications

• Possess GMC registration and FRCS (CTh-UK) or equivalent.
• Training in Cardiothoracic Surgery with validated experience.
• Knowledge of NHS priorities in specialty.

Responsibilities

• Join an outstanding surgical team at the Bristol Heart Institute.
• Contribute to clinical, teaching, governance, and research activities.
• Participate in developing adult cardiac surgery services.

Skills

Expert clinical opinion

Independent responsibility

Leadership

Teaching and training

Communication skills

Education

Entry on the GMC Specialist Register

Membership in the Royal College of Surgeons

Job description

As an organisation we recognise the value of a healthy work-life balance. When applying, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate flexible working, so your work life fits around your home life.

We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust.

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Job overview

Applications are invited for a permanent post of Consultant Cardiac Surgeon at the Bristol Heart Institute. We are looking for an experienced and outstanding individual to join our existing team.

The Bristol Heart Institute was opened in 2009 and it delivers 1100‑1200 adult cardiac operations on an annual basis. You will be joining an outstanding and dynamic team of surgeons with an international clinical and academic reputation. Our centre specialises in the whole range of modern adult cardiac surgery procedures. There are 4 fully equipped modern cardiac surgery theatres, of which one is hybrid (shared with Cardiology). Critical care support is provided within a state-of-the-art 24‑bedded Critical Care facility staffed by dedicated cardiac intensive care specialists.

Main duties of the job

This post will offer excellent clinical, teaching, governance and research facilities with possibilities to contribute and/or lead to develop/consolidate our surgical service in adult cardiac surgery to the highest level.

Applicants must have GMC registration, possess FRCS (CTh‑UK) or equivalent having completed a higher surgical training programme in Cardiothoracic Surgery and show robust log book evidence of their surgical experience.

Shortlisting details and interview arrangements will be communicated via email therefore please ensure you check your email account regularly following the closing date. Interviews will be held on the 1st September 2025.

For an informal discussion please contact Mr Eltayeb Mohamed Ahmed.

Person specification

Qualifications & Training

• Entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons or equivalent

Experience

• Experience of the UK health system
• Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems, both emergency and elective, within the speciality of adult cardiac surgery
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients without direct supervision
• Training to consultant level with independent operator experience in cardiac surgery with a validated portfolio of operations and risk stratified outcomes
• Special interest in mitral, aortic, or minimally invasive surgery

Clinical Knowledge and skills

• Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
• Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty

Clinical Governance and Audit

• Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
• Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
• Positive approach to evidence based practice
• Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation

Research

• Knowledge of the principles involved in research
• Evidence of involvement in research
• Evidence of peer review research papers
• Ability to increase the academic profile of the department.

Teaching and Training

• Demonstrate experience in, and willingness to continue teaching medical undergraduates and postgraduates and other non-medical professionals with evidence of effectiveness.
• Experience of supervising trainees
• Ability to inspire, motivate and develop trainee medical staff
• Formal teaching qualification
• Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it
• Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
• Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
• Ability to practice independently as a consultant
• Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
• Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
• Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures

Interpersonal, communication and team working skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues
• Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English
• Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
• Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
• Ability to be a flexible team member

Any other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes

• Experience in organising audit
• Inquiring and critical approach to work
• Commitment to continuing medical education
• Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
• Awareness of personal limitations

Other

• Demonstrates the 4 Trust values
• Meets professional health requirements
• Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.