Senior Fellow in Cardiac Imaging | University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Senior cardiology trainees with a subspecialty interest in cardiac imaging are invited to apply for the Advanced Cardiovascular Imaging Fellowship at Southampton General Hospital. This 1 year post commences in August 2026.

• Perform transoesophageal, stress, contrast and 3D echocardiography lists.
• Attend and present at the aortic and mitral valve MDT meetings.
• Attend the specialist heart valve clinic and support physiologists with general echo cardiographic inquiries.
• Participate in training in cardiac MRI once weekly.
• Undertake audit or research projects as desired.
• Be involved in transcatheter edge‑to‑edge mitral and tricuspid valve repair services.
• Participate in the cardiology registrar middle‑grade on‑call rota.
• No commitment to the general medical rota nor to general cardiology clinics.

This post is ideally suited to registrars in the final year of training or post CCT who are looking for significant experience in advanced echocardiography and heart valve disease prior to seeking a consultant post.

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.

Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non‑training fellow doctors). Applicants requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.

Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, a named educational supervisor, and CPD support with options for study leave.

Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary plus any additional remuneration (such as weekend allowance, enhanced pay) will be applied based on experience and skills.

Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5:

• Minimum of 6 years of specialty training.
• Relevant higher specialty exam (e.g. FRCP, FRCA, FRCS).
• A portfolio of evidence that meets the progression criteria in line with the curriculum for the speciality.

Proposed interview date: 4th March 2026.

This Final date to receive applications on or before: 4th February 2026.