Job summary
We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK, supporting around 2.8 million patient appointments every year. The Trust is a regional centre for cancer, trauma, burns & plastics and has the largest solid organ transplantation programme in Europe. Due to growth in services, particularly PET-CT, applications are invited for a permanent Consultant Radionuclide Radiologist with special interest in PET-CT/Nuclear Medicine. QEHB hosts the regional PET Centre with one of the busiest PET-CT scanners in the country with a new two-scanner PET Centre on the horizon.
The Nuclear Medicine Department also performs a wide range of diagnostic imaging, in-patient and out-patient therapies and non-imaging tests, and supports numerous clinical trials. We have 3 SPECT-CT systems in the department including the first 64-slice Veriton in the UK. We have an on-site radiopharmacy and produce Gallium-68 (PSMA/Dota-peptide) and we are in the process of introducing contrast enhanced PET-CT and SPECT-CT. The QEHB nuclear medicine department has a staff of 66 including 7 Radionuclide Radiologists and Nuclear Cardiologists. Duties will include general nuclear medicine and PET-CT reporting. Experience in radionuclide therapies will be welcomed but is not essential. The diagnostic on-call is approx. 1 in 22-24, with a first on SpR and availability of full home workstation. There will be an opportunity to develop or maintain a second sub-specialty interest if a candidate wishes.
Main duties of the job
Duties will include reporting of general nuclear medicine and PET-CT studies as well as participation in specialist MDT meetings on behalf of the service. The postholder must be familiar with supporting a comprehensive Nuclear Medicine service including a wide range of both imaging and non-imaging studies, PET imaging including F-18 and Ga-68 tracers) and a large Radiopharmacy service. The post holder will act as an IR(ME)R practitioner (ARSAC practitioner) with a license covering the services provided in the Trust. Key skills with experience in justifying studies, answering clinical queries, troubleshooting, protocol development, study optimisation, radiation protection matters, audit and clinical governance are expected.
The post-holder will be required to participate in rotas for diagnostic on-call (approx. 1 in 22-24) and out-of- hours Nuclear Medicine advice and guidance (ARSAC) (approx. 1 in 8).
Good communication skills with a wide range of key clinical staff is required. The post holder is expected to contribute and support to the teaching and training of a wide range of staff groups in the department.
Experience in radionuclide therapies is welcomed but is not essential.
The Post-holder should be willing to be involved with development of the Nuclear Medicine service and contribute to the discussion on the future development of general imaging services within the department.
There are 2 posts advertised. One based at the Queen Elizabeth site and the other at Good Hope Hospital.
About us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To act as a Clinical Expert within the field of Nuclear Medicine taking responsibility for all aspects of Clinical work within the Nuclear Medicine department and working together with others in the team to provide a high quality and effective service.
Act as an IR(ME)R Practitioner (ARSAC License holder) providing support to the Nuclear Medicine service.
There will be a requirement to take part in planned out of hours ARSAC cover for advice and guidance which will attract an additional payment supplement.
For candidates with a radiology background, there will be the opportunity to develop or maintain a second subspecialty interest. The diagnostic on-call is approximately 1 in 22-24, with a first on SpR and availability of full workstation PACS@home; a separate Interventional Radiology on call is in place.
Leadership & Governance:
a.
Ensures service delivery by the department is within the resources available.
b.
Helps manage demand and prioritises imaging services on the basis of need.
c.
Demonstrates excellence in patient quality care.
d.
To cover for radiologists as required during time of leave in order to maintain a good service.
Interpersonal and Communication Skills:
a.
The post holder must be willing to join an established and collaborative department which involves working closely with colleagues to provide a comprehensive and cohesive service.
b.
Contribute to the design and implementation of the imaging/Nuclear Medicine service by applying the latest evidence and delivering reasoned proposals.
c.
Have good radiology report writing skills and be able to communicate effectively with clinical colleagues. Develop and maintain effective networks in the region and beyond to enable best practice to be identified and implemented by the Trust.
d.
The post holder must have well-developed listening and communication skills and be able to deal effectively with a wide range of clinicians, managers and professionals both within and external to the Trust.
Planning and organising:
a.
Be willing to be involved with development of the Nuclear Medicine service.
b.
Contribute to the discussion on the future development of general imaging services within the department.
c.
Support the development of a culture of continuous improvement.
d.
Effectively plan, communicate and execute changes ensuring engagement and involvement.
MAIN CONDITIONS OF THE POST
The post is subject to the terms and conditions of the national consultant contract (England) as supplemented by the Trusts own terms and conditions. The appointee will be expected to work within the facilities available to the Group and any new service developments are subject to the provision of necessary resources within the Trust. There is an active appraisal and development programme and all consultant staff will take part in this process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To act as a Clinical Expert within the field of Nuclear Medicine taking responsibility for all aspects of Clinical work within the Nuclear Medicine department and working together with others in the team to provide a high quality and effective service.
Act as an IR(ME)R Practitioner (ARSAC License holder) providing support to the Nuclear Medicine service.
There will be a requirement to take part in planned out of hours ARSAC cover for advice and guidance which will attract an additional payment supplement.
For candidates with a radiology background, there will be the opportunity to develop or maintain a second subspecialty interest. The diagnostic on-call is approximately 1 in 22-24, with a first on SpR and availability of full workstation PACS@home; a separate Interventional Radiology on call is in place.
Leadership & Governance:
a.
Ensures service delivery by the department is within the resources available.
b.
Helps manage demand and prioritises imaging services on the basis of need.
c.
Demonstrates excellence in patient quality care.
d.
To cover for radiologists as required during time of leave in order to maintain a good service.
Interpersonal and Communication Skills:
a.
The post holder must be willing to join an established and collaborative department which involves working closely with colleagues to provide a comprehensive and cohesive service.
b.
Contribute to the design and implementation of the imaging/Nuclear Medicine service by applying the latest evidence and delivering reasoned proposals.
c.
Have good radiology report writing skills and be able to communicate effectively with clinical colleagues. Develop and maintain effective networks in the region and beyond to enable best practice to be identified and implemented by the Trust.
d.
The post holder must have well-developed listening and communication skills and be able to deal effectively with a wide range of clinicians, managers and professionals both within and external to the Trust.
Planning and organising:
a.
Be willing to be involved with development of the Nuclear Medicine service.
b.
Contribute to the discussion on the future development of general imaging services within the department.
c.
Support the development of a culture of continuous improvement.
d.
Effectively plan, communicate and execute changes ensuring engagement and involvement.
MAIN CONDITIONS OF THE POST
The post is subject to the terms and conditions of the national consultant contract (England) as supplemented by the Trusts own terms and conditions. The appointee will be expected to work within the facilities available to the Group and any new service developments are subject to the provision of necessary resources within the Trust. There is an active appraisal and development programme and all consultant staff will take part in this process.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Entry on GMC Specialist Register; eligible for entry on Register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) at time of interview
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development including CM
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Entry on GMC Specialist Register; eligible for entry on Register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) at time of interview
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development including CM
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
