Job summary
The detail of the job plan is open to negotiation and will be formalised with the Clinical Director on behalf of the Medical Director shortly after commencement. This will be reviewed within the first year of employment and on an annual basis thereafter to reflect changing workload, commitments and service needs.
The post holder will be expected to provide general Radiology services as part of the radiology team, including the provision of consulting and advisory services to clinical colleagues. The post holder will contribute to the rota for daytime acute CT and MRI cover and comply with the department's policy for minimising the number of dropped clinical lists.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will contribute to provision of specialist paediatric imaging services. They will further develop services within the trust and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to maintain the highest standards of care. The proportion of specialist work relative to general radiology provision is open to negotiation.
The post holder will be expected to contribute to the supervision of radiology SpRs assigned to the department.
The appointee will be expected to demonstrate firm involvement in Clinical Governance, Risk Management and Clinical Audit, complying with GMC guidelines on good medical practice and Data Protection legislation. All employees must participate in Mandatory Training as required by the Trust.
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
3.1 Activities
The post holder will contribute to provision of specialist paediatric imaging services. They will further develop services within the trust and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to maintain the highest standards of care. The proportion of specialist work relative to general radiology provision is open to negotiation.
The post holder will be expected to contribute to the supervision of radiology SpRs assigned to the department.
The appointee will be expected to demonstrate firm involvement in Clinical Governance, Risk Management and Clinical Audit, complying with GMC guidelines on good medical practice and Data Protection legislation. All employees must participate in Mandatory Training as required by the Trust.
3.2 On Call Requirements
The post will also include an equitable participation in the general (non-interventional) on-call rota. The post holder will be required to participate in an on-call rota. Currently this rota is on a 1 in 16 basis attracting 0.935PAs, subject to changes in the number of employed radiologists and changes in service provision. This currently paid at Band A on call allowance which currently attracts a supplement of 3%. Night time CT (after 8pm weekdays, 6pm weekends) is currently outsourced in order that the following days work is not compromised by disturbed sleep. However, the in-house radiologist remains on-call through the night for advice, provision of other modalities and backup in case of IT failure. The SpRs also contribute to the on-call service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
3.1 Activities
The post holder will contribute to provision of specialist paediatric imaging services. They will further develop services within the trust and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to maintain the highest standards of care. The proportion of specialist work relative to general radiology provision is open to negotiation.
The post holder will be expected to contribute to the supervision of radiology SpRs assigned to the department.
The appointee will be expected to demonstrate firm involvement in Clinical Governance, Risk Management and Clinical Audit, complying with GMC guidelines on good medical practice and Data Protection legislation. All employees must participate in Mandatory Training as required by the Trust.
3.2 On Call Requirements
The post will also include an equitable participation in the general (non-interventional) on-call rota. The post holder will be required to participate in an on-call rota. Currently this rota is on a 1 in 16 basis attracting 0.935PAs, subject to changes in the number of employed radiologists and changes in service provision. This currently paid at Band A on call allowance which currently attracts a supplement of 3%. Night time CT (after 8pm weekdays, 6pm weekends) is currently outsourced in order that the following days work is not compromised by disturbed sleep. However, the in-house radiologist remains on-call through the night for advice, provision of other modalities and backup in case of IT failure. The SpRs also contribute to the on-call service.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Registration, Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- oRelevant professional qualifications
- oDegree from a recognised University
- oFRCR or recognised equivalent qualification
Relevant knowledge and experience requirements
Essential
- oClinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCST/CST
- oAbility to take full and independent responsibility for the care of patients and offer expert clinical opinion in the specialty
- oAbility to organise and prioritise workload effectively
Desirable
- Ability to manage and lead the specialist unit if required
- Experience of teaching special clinical skills
Up-to-date knowledge of clinical issues related to speciality
Essential
- oAbility to apply research outcomes to clinical problems
- oAwareness of current developments and initiatives.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Registration, Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- oRelevant professional qualifications
- oDegree from a recognised University
- oFRCR or recognised equivalent qualification
Relevant knowledge and experience requirements
Essential
- oClinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCST/CST
- oAbility to take full and independent responsibility for the care of patients and offer expert clinical opinion in the specialty
- oAbility to organise and prioritise workload effectively
Desirable
- Ability to manage and lead the specialist unit if required
- Experience of teaching special clinical skills
Up-to-date knowledge of clinical issues related to speciality
Essential
- oAbility to apply research outcomes to clinical problems
- oAwareness of current developments and initiatives.
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).
