Job summary
We are looking to appoint a less than full time Breast Radiologist to support the service expansion of the breast department. The successful candidate will join our team of 2 Consultant Breast Radiologists and 3 Advanced Clinical Specialists working within the integrated service of the North Derbyshire Breast Screening Service and Symptomatic breast service based at Chesterfield Royal hospital.
We are particularly interested in candidates who are competent in delivering a wide range of Breast services across all modalities, as well as achieving high reporting standards in a range of imaging examinations.
Candidates with a keen interest and experience in teaching are welcomed; Chesterfield has general radiology trainees as well as Breast trainees from the Nottingham training scheme.
Candidates wanting to support the general department, including general oncology cross sectional imaging, will be supported should they wish to do so.
The Radiology Department and the wider Trust supports consultants to enjoy an exciting, flexible, and fulfilling career. Opportunities for clinical quality improvement and further development of clinical leadership are given significant support within our organisation to those interested in making a difference.
Main duties of the job
For further information please see the attached job description and person specification which gives a comprehensive overview of the main duties required for this role.
About us
Our staff enjoy a range of benefits including on-site parking, local discounts, on-site Caf and Amazon lockers. There is a cycle-to-work scheme along with electric vehicle charging points. A newly opened a hub, dedicated to the health and wellbeing of our staff, which include rooms for mindfulness, gym and shower facilities and different programmes to keep you active.
Chesterfield is a thriving market town surrounded by attractive countryside, contemporary leisure facilities and extensive retail outlets. The town has excellent road and rail links, and easy access to airports.
Derbyshire is home to the Peak District National Park and is an area of outstanding beauty. Numerous stately homes are within easy travelling distance. The Yorkshire Dales, North Yorkshire Moors, a number of coastal resorts and many historic cities are also close enough for day trips.
Housing in the Chesterfield area is competitively priced and offers a wide range of choice, including urban and rural locations. There are several high-performing state schools in the town, as well as a number of excellent private schools across the wider region.
In addition to local shops and complexes, the Meadowhall Shopping Centre is within easy travelling distance and is one of the largest and most up to date in Europe, attracting some 30 million visitors each year.
The city of Sheffield is only 9 miles away and hosts two universities, one with a medical and dental school.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information please see the attached job description and person specification which gives a comprehensive overview of the main duties required for this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information please see the attached job description and person specification which gives a comprehensive overview of the main duties required for this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS / MBBCh and possess FRCR.
- Full GMC registration with a Licence to Practice
- Oncology imaging sub-specialist training / relevant experience.
Desirable
- Special interest or additional qualifications in other areas of clinical radiology
- Higher degree
Experience
Essential
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining a UK CCT in general radiology.
- Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of radiological investigations
- Oncology CT reporting
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients.
- Ability to organise and manage radiology lists and priorities.
- Experience of supervising radiology trainees.
Desirable
- 5 years supervised training in an appropriate ST equivalent training programme.
- Radiology Fellowship in Breast Imaging
- Clinical leadership experience or training.
- Higher management training
- Basic non-vascular intervention such as soft tissue biopsies and ascitic drains
- Experience as Educational Supervisor or Clinical Tutor
Skills
Essential
- Ability to teach clinical skills.
Desirable
- Advance IT skills/qualifications
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS / MBBCh and possess FRCR.
- Full GMC registration with a Licence to Practice
- Oncology imaging sub-specialist training / relevant experience.
Desirable
- Special interest or additional qualifications in other areas of clinical radiology
- Higher degree
Experience
Essential
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining a UK CCT in general radiology.
- Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of radiological investigations
- Oncology CT reporting
- Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients.
- Ability to organise and manage radiology lists and priorities.
- Experience of supervising radiology trainees.
Desirable
- 5 years supervised training in an appropriate ST equivalent training programme.
- Radiology Fellowship in Breast Imaging
- Clinical leadership experience or training.
- Higher management training
- Basic non-vascular intervention such as soft tissue biopsies and ascitic drains
- Experience as Educational Supervisor or Clinical Tutor
Skills
Essential
- Ability to teach clinical skills.
Desirable
- Advance IT skills/qualifications
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).
