Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Consultant Interventional Radiologist to join a team of 8.5 WTE Interventional Radiologists is a busy, dynamic department of 48 WTE radiology consultants delivering first class emergency and non-acute services.
We are a Level 1 Trauma centre for a population of 2.6 million, a regional Vascular Hub and the 3rd busiest vascular unit in England, the first 24/7 mechanical thrombectomy service in the UK with an active role in training hybrid IRs to support the stroke service, and a regional centre for patient groups such as for Placenta Accreta Spectrum. The post-holder will be involved in imaging and interventions, which underpin these services, together with being part of an IR on-call service.
The Imaging Department at UHNM is a busy department providing both general and specialist services in diagnostic and interventional imaging. It is a large department which carries out over 400,000 examinations every year.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will contribute to the provision of a first-class service supporting vascular surgery, urology, GI surgery, renal medicine, amongst others, with whom we have a well-established, warm and collaborative relationship and support patient management through MDT's and clinics. MDTs are rotated equally between colleagues with appropriate preparation and admin time allocated.
We have 3 interventional theatres within Imaging, 2 of which are full hybrid grade, refreshed as recently as 2023. There are advanced plans underway for the addition of at least another hybrid theatre.
Successful applicants will contribute to a 1:8 IR on-call rota. This includes being the 'IR of the day' on weekdays.
Opportunities may exist for flexible working, extended working day and weekend working and additional PA's, depending on service need.
Currently we provide advanced imaging to support the vascular network together with selected reporting of CT and MRI which would support interventions.
Working in an Acute Teaching Hospital with a strong commitment to clinical excellence, teaching and research will provide exciting new opportunities to a motivated candidate.
About us
UHNM has a robust diagnostic imaging training program, as part of the West Midlands Deanery. There are around 42 postgraduate doctors in training (PGiT). The on-call services are well supported by the PGDiT 24/7. To support training there is the award-winning West Midlands Imaging Academy based between both sites, offering a range of state-of-the-art simulators for US and interventional procedures together with rooms of dedicated workstation linked with the latest audiovisual equipment. The Imaging Academy has recently launched the first dedicated training programme for mechanical thrombectomy in England. Keele University Medical School has a radiology curriculum, with medical students rotating through the department.
The Imaging Service is based on a strong ethos of Quality Assurance, Audit, Evidence and Research. UHNM is a research active organisation with many active oncology trials, many of which require radiology support. The Imaging Department is also building up a portfolio of imaging-based research aligning to the Trust priority to become a major clinical research centre and developing a research interest will be actively encouraged.
At UHNM we are adopting a continuous improvement methodology as the way we work operationally. It is underpinned by our Trust Values. All staff will be trained to work in this way and by using it we can all make small changes every day to improve our services so we can provide 'the best' joined up care for all.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The detailed job description and responsibilities can be found within the attached supporting documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The detailed job description and responsibilities can be found within the attached supporting documents.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with the GMC and having or eligible for entry on the Specialist register within 6 months
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register via one of the following: 1.Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) (the proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview) 2.Eligible for Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) - CESR must have been submitted by day of interview 3.European Community Rights
- FRCR or equivalent training
Desirable
- Awards/distinctions whilst studying for 1st degree
- Academic and extracurricular achievements
- ALS certification
Clinical Experience & Training
Essential
- Interventional Radiology sub-specialty training
- Completed full time training in radiology
- Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems within speciality
- Willingness to develop skills to fit in with current establishment and service needs.
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
- Ability to plan strategically and to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures
- Ability to motivate and develop the multi-disciplinary team, balancing departmental and personal objectives
- Ability to support the Clinical Director of Imaging.
- Ability to teach clinical skills to medical staff and students, and other disciplines.
Desirable
- Management experience
- Interventional Oncology experience
Academic Achievements, Research, Publications
Essential
- Interest in and willingness to develop teaching abilities and activities
- An awareness of current speciality specific developments, initiatives and issues
- Experience of conducting Clinical Audit
- Ability to use the evidence base and clinical audit to support decision-making.
- Ability to organise and apply research outcomes and work within research Governance procedures.
Desirable
- Evidence of having undertaken original research
- Publications in peer reviewed journals
Management and Administrative Experience
Essential
- Commitment to Continuing Medical Education and Professional Development
- Good leadership skills, communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work flexibly
- An enquiring and critical approach to work
- Caring attitude to patients
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other staff and agencies
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with the GMC and having or eligible for entry on the Specialist register within 6 months
- Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register via one of the following: 1.Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) (the proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview) 2.Eligible for Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) - CESR must have been submitted by day of interview 3.European Community Rights
- FRCR or equivalent training
Desirable
- Awards/distinctions whilst studying for 1st degree
- Academic and extracurricular achievements
- ALS certification
Clinical Experience & Training
Essential
- Interventional Radiology sub-specialty training
- Completed full time training in radiology
- Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems within speciality
- Willingness to develop skills to fit in with current establishment and service needs.
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
- Ability to plan strategically and to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures
- Ability to motivate and develop the multi-disciplinary team, balancing departmental and personal objectives
- Ability to support the Clinical Director of Imaging.
- Ability to teach clinical skills to medical staff and students, and other disciplines.
Desirable
- Management experience
- Interventional Oncology experience
Academic Achievements, Research, Publications
Essential
- Interest in and willingness to develop teaching abilities and activities
- An awareness of current speciality specific developments, initiatives and issues
- Experience of conducting Clinical Audit
- Ability to use the evidence base and clinical audit to support decision-making.
- Ability to organise and apply research outcomes and work within research Governance procedures.
Desirable
- Evidence of having undertaken original research
- Publications in peer reviewed journals
Management and Administrative Experience
Essential
- Commitment to Continuing Medical Education and Professional Development
- Good leadership skills, communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work flexibly
- An enquiring and critical approach to work
- Caring attitude to patients
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other staff and agencies
Desirable
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust
Address
University Hospitals North Midlands
Newcastle Road
Staffordshire
ST4 6QG
Employer's website
https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
