Job Purpose

The Consultant, Interventional Cardiologist will provide the highest standard of clinical care in the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of patients with cardiovascular disease, particularly those requiring interventional procedures.
The consultant will perform catheter-based interventions, including diagnostic right and left heart catheterizations, angioplasty including primary PCI, and structural heart disease procedures such as ASD and VSD closures, TAVI, and Mitral Clip procedures.
The role holder will also play a central role in strategic development, quality improvement, research, and education within the department.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities

Clinical Care and Leadership:

Take leadership in the explanation of procedures and diagnostic results to patients.
Take ownership of approving patient discharges, follow-up plans, and medical reports.
Take ownership of collaboration with colleagues to deliver a high-quality, timely service and work towards meeting the AMCE's and departmental objectives.
Provide leadership and training for staff in relation to interventional cardiology.
Discuss the risks and benefits associated with any potential interventional procedure and how it would benefit the patient.

Strategic Development:

Participate in clinical research to develop new interventional cardiology techniques for treating disease.
Assist in the review of current policies and procedures relating to interventional cardiology, offering advice on new practices that could be implemented within the department.
Develop and implement strategic plans to improve patient outcomes.
Interpret complex test results, using information to provide diagnoses and treatment options to patients and other healthcare professionals.
Explain to patients how they can prepare for any procedures that are to be carried out.

Governance and Quality Assurance:

Ensure correct governance arrangements, including the management of finance and regulatory activities where appropriate.
Assist in monitoring resource utilisation, supplies, and expenses, ensuring compliance with organisational parameters.
Ensure personal and departmental compliance with applicable statutory guidance, carrying out practices that meet statutory regulations and guidelines.

Qualifications

Medical Degree (MBBS, MBBCh, MD) from a recognized medical school.
Completed Fellowship or Residency in Cardiology from a reputable institution.
Valid medical license.
Extensive experience (5 years) as a Consultant Interventional Cardiologist.
Extensive experience and a successful track record of building effective partnerships with medical colleagues.
Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients.
Special skills training in Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).
Experience in electrophysiology will be an added advantage.

Must-Have Skills:

Consultant Interventional Cardiologist At The African Medical Centre Of Excellence (amce)

Key skills