Locum Cardiology SHO

Job Overview

The Locum Cardiology SHO supports the cardiology team in the assessment, investigation, and management of patients with acute and chronic cardiac conditions. The role involves working closely with consultants, registrars, nursing staff, and allied health professionals to deliver safe, efficient, and patient-centered care. This position is suited to doctors who want flexible locum work while gaining experience in a busy cardiology service.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients presenting to cardiology clinics, wards, CCU, and emergency admissions.
• Formulate initial management plans under consultant supervision.
• Order, review, and follow up diagnostic investigations such as ECGs, blood tests, echocardiograms, and other cardiac tests.
• Assist with the admission, clerking, and ongoing care of patients under the cardiology service.
• Prescribe medications and implement treatment plans as directed.
• Support the management of patients in CCU, outpatient clinics, and emergency referrals.
• Participate in ward rounds, handovers, and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Maintain accurate documentation, discharge summaries, and clinical records.
• Respond to urgent clinical situations and escalate appropriately.
• Support departmental workflow by booking investigations and following up results.

Requirements

• Medical degree recognized by the Irish Medical Council.
• IMC registration or eligibility for registration.
• Previous experience working at SHO level in medicine or cardiology.
• Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a busy hospital environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Right to work in Ireland, where required by the employing hospital or agency.

Skills and Competencies

• Sound knowledge of cardiology and acute general medicine.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple patients safely.
• Confidence in interpreting basic cardiac investigations.
• Strong problem-solving and escalation judgment.
• Professional, adaptable, and reliable approach to locum work.
• Commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and clinical governance.

Working Conditions

• Full rota cover may include days, nights, weekends, late shifts, and on-call duties.
• Work may be based in wards, CCU, outpatient clinics, cath lab support areas, or emergency admissions.
• Fast-paced clinical setting with exposure to a broad range of cardiology cases.

Remuneration and Benefits

• Competitive locum rates depending on experience and site.
• Flexible scheduling to suit availability.

• Opportunity to gain experience in a high-demand specialty.