Job summary
The advertised post is for a substantive consultant in Diagnostic Neuroradiology at Barts Health NHS Trust which will be one of -- new substantive radiology posts to support the new Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) for Northeast London which is a CDC exemplar supporting Research, Education and Training for the radiographic Team.
We are looking for a highly enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our existing team of 19 neuroradiologists to help develop the service and to support the active training programme. The post will be based at both The Royal London Hospital and St. Bartholomew's Hospital with one day a week from Mile end Hospital.
The successful applicant should have completed subspecialist training in diagnostic neuroradiology. The successful candidate will join the team of 19 neuroradiologists (including 5 neuro interventional radiologists and 6 head and neck radiologists) currently providing a comprehensive neuroimaging service to the Trust. There is a regional neurosciences Unit, regional head & neck Unit, level 1 Trauma Unit and Hyperacute Stroke Unit all located at the RLH site and Oncology /Cyberknife radiosurgery is located at Barts.
The successful applicant should have completed training in diagnostic radiology and be within 6 months of their CCT. They should have a specialist interest in Diagnostic Neuroradiology.
Main duties of the job
Duties of the post
- To support, develop and enhance the Neuroimaging and stroke services at Barts Health NHS Trust, supporting the Neurosciences Directorates.
- To contribute to the high-quality Consultant-led diagnostic Neuroradiology imaging service at Barts and The Royal London Hospitals. The annual consultant reporting for the combined Neuroradiology and Head &Neck Radiology service is currently around 13,000 CT and 8000 MRs.
- To support other imaging developments within the Trust.
- To participate in the 1 in 9 neuroradiology on-call rota.
- To provide evidence-based care for all patients
- To adhere at all times to the appropriate clinical and quality standard.
- To liaise effectively and on a timely basis with colleagues, general practitioners' community services, and all healthcare agencies.
- To maintain and promote team and multi-disciplinary work.
- To participate fully in the management of the Departments and to liaise closely with the respective clinical and academic group director and General Manager
About us
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate, and support an inclusive working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect. We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
Barts Health supports The Pregnancy Loss Pledge and commits to supporting their staff through the distress of miscarriage.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description and the person specification provide an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, outlining the qualification, skills, experience, and knowledge required.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description and the person specification provide an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, outlining the qualification, skills, experience, and knowledge required.
Please view the attachment below.
Person Specification
Higher Qualifications:
Essential
- MB BS or equivalent
- FRCR or equivalent
- CCT (or within 6 months of date of interview) or on specialist register
Desirable
Knowledge Clinical expertise in Specialty /Subspecialty:
Essential
- Extensive experience in diagnostic Neuroradiology
- Completion of higher specialist training in neuroradiology.
Desirable
Clinical Governance:
Essential
- Knowledge of NHS complaints system Record of incident and near miss reporting
Desirable
- Training in root cause analysis Participation in incident investigation Simulated patient safety training
Training Expected: Management/Audit Experience:
Essential
Academic Achievements:
Essential
- Experience of research, presentations to learned societies.
Desirable
Research/Publications:
Essential
- Record of presentations at specialist societies
Desirable
- First author publications in refereed journals
- Research grants Grant applications
Personal Skills:
Essential
- Presentation skills
- Teaching undergraduates and postgraduates
- Demonstrates honesty, integrity and appreciation of ethical dilemmas
Desirable
- Portfolio of teaching material as educational supervisor
Personal qualities and self-management:
Essential
- Self motivated , Ability to work under pressure Able to work as part of a team Reliable work record Flexible approach to work and evidence of team working Able to change and respond to changing circumstances.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Person Specification
Higher Qualifications:
Essential
- MB BS or equivalent
- FRCR or equivalent
- CCT (or within 6 months of date of interview) or on specialist register
Desirable
Knowledge Clinical expertise in Specialty /Subspecialty:
Essential
- Extensive experience in diagnostic Neuroradiology
- Completion of higher specialist training in neuroradiology.
Desirable
Clinical Governance:
Essential
- Knowledge of NHS complaints system Record of incident and near miss reporting
Desirable
- Training in root cause analysis Participation in incident investigation Simulated patient safety training
Training Expected: Management/Audit Experience:
Essential
Academic Achievements:
Essential
- Experience of research, presentations to learned societies.
Desirable
Research/Publications:
Essential
- Record of presentations at specialist societies
Desirable
- First author publications in refereed journals
- Research grants Grant applications
Personal Skills:
Essential
- Presentation skills
- Teaching undergraduates and postgraduates
- Demonstrates honesty, integrity and appreciation of ethical dilemmas
Desirable
- Portfolio of teaching material as educational supervisor
Personal qualities and self-management:
Essential
- Self motivated , Ability to work under pressure Able to work as part of a team Reliable work record Flexible approach to work and evidence of team working Able to change and respond to changing circumstances.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
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).
