Job summary
We are excited to invite applications for the position of Consultant Radiologist with a special interest in Oncology and/or Cross-sectional Imaging at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic, friendly and forward-thinking team working in our modern, busy hospital that provides a broad range of clinical services to the communities of Rotherham and South Yorkshire.
Overall we are seeking to appoint three Consultant Radiologists to support the needs of our expanding service; we warmly welcome applicants with other subspecialty interests who are enthusiastic about joining our team.
These new fully funded positions reflect the growing demand for radiological services and offer the opportunity to contribute to a well-equipped Department of Clinical Radiology including 2 1.5T MRI scanners, 3 CT scanners, interventional suite, 19 US machines, 2 SPECT CT cameras.
Our hospital is proud to have Associated Teaching Hospital status and strong ties to the Sheffield Teaching Hospitals Radiology Training Scheme and the Sheffield University Medical School.
If you are looking for a role in a progressive, supportive, and well-resourced environment with a great team spirit, wed love to hear from you.
Whether you are an experienced Consultant or approaching you CCT, please don't hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions about the role or wish to learn more about the department.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will, together with the existing Consultant team, play a vital role in providing high-quality diagnostic services within a supportive and collaborative environment.
The post is offered at 10 PAs, with opportunities for additional insourcing.
Your role will include participation in relevant Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) meetings, with appropriate time allocated in your job plan.
You will be expected to participate in the general diagnostic on call rota, currently 1 in 9. These posts would support moving towards a 1 in 12 on call rota. Access to images out of hours is available from Consultant homes via PACS home workstations with remote access to Trust IT systems. Urgent cross-sectional imaging undertaken after 8pm weekdays and 6pm weekends are outsourced. There is no interventional on call requirement.
To be eligible for this role, you must hold full GMC registration with CCT/CESR and FRCR (or equivalent).
This is a full-time position. However, any candidates wishing to work part-time will be eligible for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job plan will be discussed on a personal basis with the Care Group Clinical Director and Clinical Lead in Radiology to meet the needs of the service.
The Trust is committed to the revalidation process and appropriate SPA time is identified to facilitate the requirements to meet this.
About us
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham.
As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work? and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall.
But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making.
All of our 5,100 colleagues are key to our improvement journey and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence.
All Consultant interviews will be performed in person (face to face). If there are any exceptional circumstances as to why a candidate cannot attend in person then a possible virtual interview will be considered by the Executive panel but is not guaranteed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Department
Our Department of Clinical Radiology within the Medical Imaging, Physics & Illustration Clinical Service Unit, is well equipped and offers a wide range of services. We have well established skill mix with Radiographers currently undertaking Plain Film and Ultrasound reporting with an ongoing training programme to extend to limited cross-sectional reporting. There is full PACS/RIS desktop integration within Consultant Radiologists offices with PACS stations available throughout the Hospital. All Consultant Radiologists have an allocated home workstation with full remote access to Trust IT systems.
There are two 1.5 Tesla MRI Scanners, three CT scanners, a dedicated Interventional Suite, nineteen Ultrasound machines and two SPECT CT Gamma cameras with a recently opened Radiopharmacy onsite. We are working towards supporting 7-day working throughout the trust. Our Community Diagnostic Centre offers CT scanning and Respiratory services with plans to expand to MRI scanning in the community.
The Post
The post involves joining a dynamic and growing team of enthusiastic Radiologists providing General Radiology, Interventional Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, Breast Imaging and supports a number of sub specialist services.
The post holder will have job planned sessions for cross-sectional reporting and Duty Radiologist as well as an US list and MDT attendance.
The on-call commitment is currently 1:9; the new posts would support a move to 1:12. All cross sectional imaging after 8pm on weekdays and 6pm on weekends is outsourced to a Tele radiology facility but the on-call Consultant is still expected to be available if needed (in event of technology failure or protocolling issues).
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Department
Our Department of Clinical Radiology within the Medical Imaging, Physics & Illustration Clinical Service Unit, is well equipped and offers a wide range of services. We have well established skill mix with Radiographers currently undertaking Plain Film and Ultrasound reporting with an ongoing training programme to extend to limited cross-sectional reporting. There is full PACS/RIS desktop integration within Consultant Radiologists offices with PACS stations available throughout the Hospital. All Consultant Radiologists have an allocated home workstation with full remote access to Trust IT systems.
There are two 1.5 Tesla MRI Scanners, three CT scanners, a dedicated Interventional Suite, nineteen Ultrasound machines and two SPECT CT Gamma cameras with a recently opened Radiopharmacy onsite. We are working towards supporting 7-day working throughout the trust. Our Community Diagnostic Centre offers CT scanning and Respiratory services with plans to expand to MRI scanning in the community.
The Post
The post involves joining a dynamic and growing team of enthusiastic Radiologists providing General Radiology, Interventional Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, Breast Imaging and supports a number of sub specialist services.
The post holder will have job planned sessions for cross-sectional reporting and Duty Radiologist as well as an US list and MDT attendance.
The on-call commitment is currently 1:9; the new posts would support a move to 1:12. All cross sectional imaging after 8pm on weekdays and 6pm on weekends is outsourced to a Tele radiology facility but the on-call Consultant is still expected to be available if needed (in event of technology failure or protocolling issues).
Person Specification
Management Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate effective team working skills
- Time management and organisational ability. An example may be they have developed and run training programmes
- Proven knowledge of systems and process of NHS or equivalent
- Sense of understanding and commitment to corporate responsibility
- Commitment to and understanding of their responsibility to the organisation.
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration and a licence to practise with the GMC.
- Please confirm your GMC registration number
- Eligible to be included on the Specialist register - CCT expected within 6 months of interview date or
- Evidence of CESR application submission and within 6 months of obtaining Specialist Registration via CESR
- MBBS/MBChB or equivalent primary medical qualification
- FRCR specialist qualification
Research and Audit
Essential
- Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit
Desirable
- Relevant research published in peer review journal
Education and Teaching
Essential
- Able and willing to teach and support junior staff as well as supporting skill mix within the Department of Clinical Radiology.
Experience
Essential
- Sub-specialist training and experience in oncology or cross sectional Imaging
- Experience in General Radiology to allow post holder to offer general reporting
- Experience of out of hours working
- Experience within UK NHS Hospitals
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Interpersonal skills, leadership abilities and general congeniality.
Person Specification
Management Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate effective team working skills
- Time management and organisational ability. An example may be they have developed and run training programmes
- Proven knowledge of systems and process of NHS or equivalent
- Sense of understanding and commitment to corporate responsibility
- Commitment to and understanding of their responsibility to the organisation.
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration and a licence to practise with the GMC.
- Please confirm your GMC registration number
- Eligible to be included on the Specialist register - CCT expected within 6 months of interview date or
- Evidence of CESR application submission and within 6 months of obtaining Specialist Registration via CESR
- MBBS/MBChB or equivalent primary medical qualification
- FRCR specialist qualification
Research and Audit
Essential
- Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit
Desirable
- Relevant research published in peer review journal
Education and Teaching
Essential
- Able and willing to teach and support junior staff as well as supporting skill mix within the Department of Clinical Radiology.
Experience
Essential
- Sub-specialist training and experience in oncology or cross sectional Imaging
- Experience in General Radiology to allow post holder to offer general reporting
- Experience of out of hours working
- Experience within UK NHS Hospitals
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Interpersonal skills, leadership abilities and general congeniality.
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).
