# Locum Consultant Cardiologist > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for NHS Lanarkshire. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/locum-consultant-cardiologist/ab8dd2bc-7d90-4e91-bdc1-cb0cc058a2cb - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/locum-consultant-cardiologist/ab8dd2bc-7d90-4e91-bdc1-cb0cc058a2cb.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** NHS Lanarkshire - **Town:** Glasgow - **Region:** West of Scotland - **Country:** Scotland - **Profession:** Medical doctor - **Speciality:** Cardiology - **Grade:** Consultant - **Salary:** £111,430 - £148,064 - **Contract type:** Locum - **Employment type:** Full time - **Closing date:** 2026-06-19T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-05T11:51:15.427Z - **Source information URL:** https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/JobDetail?JobId=256337 - **Application URL:** https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/DecideInternalExternal/DecideInternalExternal?JobId=256337 - **Employer website:** https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job details - Job reference: 245939 - Salary: Consultant (£111,430 - £148,064) - Job closing date: 19/06/2026 - Job Type: Medical and Dental - Location: University Hospital Wishaw - Employment type: Locum - Hours Per Week: 40 - Job posted date: 05/06/2026 - Employer (NHS Board): NHS Lanarkshire - Department: Cardiology Locum Consultant Cardiologist This post offers an exciting opportunity for a committed and ambitious clinician to join the NHS Lanarkshire Cardiology Service based at University Hospital Wishaw. The successful candidate will join a well-established and supportive team of cardiologists delivering high-quality inpatient and outpatient care across NHS Lanarkshire. Cardiology services are provided across all three acute hospital sites within NHS Lanarkshire and encompass inpatient cardiology care, outpatient clinics, specialist cardiac investigations, heart failure services, cardiac imaging and involvement in the acute and general medical take. The successful applicant will contribute to the ongoing development of cardiology services and support improvements in patient pathways, access and clinical outcomes. University Hospital Wishaw is home to a busy Cardiology Unit, including Coronary Care Unit (CCU), inpatient cardiology wards and a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services. The department benefits from close multidisciplinary working with specialist nurses, cardiac physiologists, advanced practitioners and administrative support teams. There are opportunities to develop subspecialty interests in line with service requirements and the successful candidate's expertise. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the delivery of acute cardiology services, inpatient care, outpatient clinics and specialist cardiac services. Participation in the general medical on-call rota will be required in line with departmental arrangements. The job is offered as a full-time post on a 10 PA basis, with a provisional allocation of 8 Direct Clinical Care (DCC) sessions and 2 Supporting Professional Activity (SPA) sessions, subject to agreement and approval of the final job plan. Applications will be considered from those wishing to work less than full-time. Proposals for additional SPA time from applicants are encouraged. In addition to the 1 PA for Non-DCC/SPA activities, the Board is supportive of applications for additional SPA time from individuals with well-developed ideas for improving services who are able to demonstrate a commitment to quality improvement, patient safety (including human factors training), Medical Education, Research & Development, acting as an Appraiser, etc. Applicants who are able to demonstrate a commitment to any of the above or other areas and wishing to commence on more than 1 PA for SPA duties should discuss proposals with the identified Recruitment Lead and/or Service Manager who will consider the request in line with the successful candidate’s professional and service requirements. NHS Lanarkshire is supportive of applications from individuals with well-developed ideas for improving services and able to demonstrate a commitment to quality improvement, patient safety (including human factors training), Medical Education and Research & Development. The University of Glasgow enjoys close links with NHS Lanarkshire, and our medical students benefit greatly from the excellent educational opportunities provided by the board in both primary and secondary care. Those who are or who will be involved in teaching our students, or in any other activity which involves a contribution to teaching, research or scholarship within the University are eligible for honorary status at the University of Glasgow. Honorary Status Role Holders are entitled to numerous benefits including a University of Glasgow ID card, use of the Library and other facilities, and a University IT account as required for their role. They have access to all courses run by the IT Services on the same basis as members of staff and are also permitted an educational discount when PC equipment is purchased through the IT Services. Informal enquiries regarding this post will be welcomed by Dr Dawn Henderson, Service Manager by email in the first instance: Dawn.Henderson2@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk For any application queries, please contact Nicole Lennon on: Medical.dentalSAS@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk. Interview Date: 1st July 2026 ### Please follow the link below should you wish any further information on NHS Lanarkshire Recruitment | NHS Lanarkshire (scot.nhs.uk) ### Click here to view: NHS Lanarkshire Recruitment Pack - Locum Consultant Cardiologist ## Job Details Locum Consultant Cardiologist This post offers an exciting opportunity for a committed and ambitious clinician to join the NHS Lanarkshire Cardiology Service based at University Hospital Wishaw. The successful candidate will join a well-established and supportive team of cardiologists delivering high-quality inpatient and outpatient care across NHS Lanarkshire. Cardiology services are provided across all three acute hospital sites within NHS Lanarkshire and encompass inpatient cardiology care, outpatient clinics, specialist cardiac investigations, heart failure services, cardiac imaging and involvement in the acute and general medical take. The successful applicant will contribute to the ongoing development of cardiology services and support improvements in patient pathways, access and clinical outcomes. University Hospital Wishaw is home to a busy Cardiology Unit, including Coronary Care Unit (CCU), inpatient cardiology wards and a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services. The department benefits from close multidisciplinary working with specialist nurses, cardiac physiologists, advanced practitioners and administrative support teams. There are opportunities to develop subspecialty interests in line with service requirements and the successful candidate's expertise. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the delivery of acute cardiology services, inpatient care, outpatient clinics and specialist cardiac services. Participation in the general medical on-call rota will be required in line with departmental arrangements. The job is offered as a full-time post on a 10 PA basis, with a provisional allocation of 8 Direct Clinical Care (DCC) sessions and 2 Supporting Professional Activity (SPA) sessions, subject to agreement and approval of the final job plan. Applications will be considered from those wishing to work less than full-time. Proposals for additional SPA time from applicants are encouraged. In addition to the 1 PA for Non-DCC/SPA activities, the Board is supportive of applications for additional SPA time from individuals with well-developed ideas for improving services who are able to demonstrate a commitment to quality improvement, patient safety (including human factors training), Medical Education, Research & Development, acting as an Appraiser, etc. Applicants who are able to demonstrate a commitment to any of the above or other areas and wishing to commence on more than 1 PA for SPA duties should discuss proposals with the identified Recruitment Lead and/or Service Manager who will consider the request in line with the successful candidate’s professional and service requirements. NHS Lanarkshire is supportive of applications from individuals with well-developed ideas for improving services and able to demonstrate a commitment to quality improvement, patient safety (including human factors training), Medical Education and Research & Development. The University of Glasgow enjoys close links with NHS Lanarkshire, and our medical students benefit greatly from the excellent educational opportunities provided by the board in both primary and secondary care. Those who are or who will be involved in teaching our students, or in any other activity which involves a contribution to teaching, research or scholarship within the University are eligible for honorary status at the University of Glasgow. Honorary Status Role Holders are entitled to numerous benefits including a University of Glasgow ID card, use of the Library and other facilities, and a University IT account as required for their role. They have access to all courses run by the IT Services on the same basis as members of staff and are also permitted an educational discount when PC equipment is purchased through the IT Services. Informal enquiries regarding this post will be welcomed by Dr Dawn Henderson, Service Manager by email in the first instance: Dawn.Henderson2@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk For any application queries, please contact Nicole Lennon on: Medical.dentalSAS@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk. Interview Date: 1st July 2026 Please follow the link below should you wish any further information on NHS Lanarkshire Recruitment | NHS Lanarkshire (scot.nhs.uk) Click here to view: NHS Lanarkshire Recruitment Pack - Locum Consultant Cardiologist ## Person Specification ### OTHER **Essential** - Satisfactory medical clearance by NHS Lanarkshire Occupational Health Service. - Satisfactory PVG Check. - Fluent in medical English and evidence of ability to communicate in stressful situations. **Desirable** - Preference to work in a District General Hospital. - Current full driving license. ### TEACHING **Essential** - Previous involvement in the delivery of undergraduate or postgraduate teaching. - Experience of providing supervision and or mentorship. **Desirable** - Interest in and commitment to teaching and training. - Experience of providing problem-based teaching. - Experience of organising teaching programs. - Formal training in educational/clinical supervision. ### TRAINING **Essential** - In keeping with completion of Specialist Training or equivalent. **Desirable** - In possession of CCT/awarded CESR at the time of interview or be within 6 months of CCT. - Training at ST/SPR level in communication, teaching or management. - Experience within UK training establishments ### EXPERIENCE **Essential** - Recent and relevant clinical and practical experience in general Cardiology as well as Interventional Cardiology. - Experience in General Medicine. - Recent and relevant experience and personal qualities to work in a busy unit dealing with the high turnover of planned and unscheduled admissions. - Ability to supervise the clinical work of doctors in training and relevant staff in other disciplines. - Confident with indirect supervision of varying grades of doctors in training **Desirable** - Well-developed subspecialty interest. - Administrative / Management experience. ### LEADERSHIP **Essential** - Awareness of the principles of team leadership and effective people management. - Commitment to the Values of NHS Lanarkshire: Care and Compassion, Dignity and Respect Openness, Honesty and Responsibility, and Quality and Teamwork. **Desirable** - Evidence of role as leader within groups. ### MANAGERIAL **Essential** - Knowledge of service provision at a local level. - Awareness of the principles and core practices involved in service management, project management and effective meetings **Desirable** - Involvement in service re-design. - Involvement in project delivery. - Involvement in NHS-related meetings. ### DISPOSITION **Essential** - Committed to Quality Patient Care. - Able to be understanding of and sensitive to the needs of patients. - Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) - High fluency in medical English and evidence of ability to communicate in stressful situations. - Ability to work under pressure. - Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team. - Responsive to change and innovation, promoting a culture for organisational development. - A flexible approach to duties, which satisfies the needs of the Service in a changing environment. - Ability to demonstrate reflective practice with evidence of regular appraisal with clear Personal Development Plan relating to Continuing Professional and Personal Development. - Good time management and organisation. - Demonstrates commitment and enthusiasm to service delivery. **Desirable** - Problem solver/diplomat/counsellor. - A natural leader. ### PUBLICATIONS **Essential** - Presentations/Publications relevant to the practice. **Desirable** - Previous publications relevant to the practice of cardiology /medicine - Presentations at national meetings relevant to the practice of cardiology medicine. ### AUDIT/RESEARCH **Essential** - Understanding of the principles of medical audit. - Evidence of contribution to audit at least at local level. - Awareness of principles of research with an ability to critically analyse medical literature.. **Desirable** - Experience and interest in Audit of Cardiology practice and experience of design of audit. - Research within cardiology medicine. - Involved in design of research relevant to cardiology medicine. ### QUALIFICATIONS **Essential** - MBChB or equivalent. - MRCP (UK) or equivalent. - Current full registration with GMC with a license to practice. **Desirable** - Inclusion on GMC’s Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at interview. CESR route doctors must be awarded CESR at time of interview - Higher Degree or other Diploma. - Further educational certificates, diploma etc - Other e.g. ALS Provider. ### KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS **Essential** - Broad based knowledge and skills in diagnosis and clinical management within the Specialty and encompassing most sub-disciplines. **Desirable** - Further educational certificates, diplomas etc - Good IT Skills ## Documents - [245939-Locum Consultant Cardiologist Job Pack (PDF, KB)](https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/GetJobAdvertDocument?Id=1159364&JobId=256337) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.