Job summary
We are delighted to invite
applications for the position of Consultant Radiologist all sub-specialty
interests will be considered.
This is an exciting
opportunity to join the Radiology Department at The Rotherham NHS Foundation
Trust, a busy, modern hospital serving the people of Rotherham and South
Yorkshire.
Youll be joining a friendly,
supportive, and enthusiastic team of Radiologists who work collaboratively to
deliver excellent care.
We are currently looking to
appoint three Consultant Radiologists to support the needs of our expanding
service. These new posts reflect the growing demand for our services and
provide a fantastic opportunity to help shape the future of Radiology within
our department.
The Department of Clinical
Radiology, part of the Medical Imaging, Physics & Illustration Clinical
Service Unit, is well-equipped with 2 1.5T MRI scanners, 3 CT scanners,
interventional suite, 19 US machines, 2 SPECT CT cameras. Skill mix is embedded with a team of
reporting radiographers working closely with the Consultant Radiologists.
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 youre looking to join a
welcoming and forward-thinking team in a well-resourced department, wed love
to hear from you. Please dont 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
We are looking for a
skilled and dedicated individual to join our team of Consultant Radiologists to
help us provide comprehensive, efficient, and high-quality radiological
services, with plenty of opportunities to develop services in your
subspecialist area.
The post is offered at 10
PAs, with opportunities for additional insourcing if desired.
Your role will include contributing
to relevant Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) meetings, which will be appropriately
job-planned.
On-call duties involve
participation in the general diagnostic rota, currently operating at 1 in 9,
with plans to transition to 1 in 10. Consultants have access to home PACS
workstations with full remote access to Trust IT systems. Urgent
cross-sectional imaging after 8 pm on weekdays and after 6pm on weekends is
outsourced. There is no requirement for interventional on-call duties.
While this is a full-time
position, we are happy to consider applications from candidates wishing to work
part-time. The job plan will be tailored in consultation with the Care Group
Clinical Director and the Clinical Lead in Radiology to ensure it aligns with
both the services needs and your preferences.
As a Trust, we are
committed to supporting our Consultants' professional development and
revalidation. SPA time will be incorporated into your job plan to ensure you
have the resources and time required to meet these obligations.
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
AGFA 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, and
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 1:10. All urgent 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
AGFA 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, and
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 1:10. All urgent 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 or equivalent
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 appropriate to the post
- Experience in General Radiology to allow post holder to offer general reporting
- Experience of out of hours working
- Experience / knowledge of 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 or equivalent
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 appropriate to the post
- Experience in General Radiology to allow post holder to offer general reporting
- Experience of out of hours working
- Experience / knowledge of 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).
