Job summary
Barts Health NHS Trust
Clinical Support ServicesImaging Service Group12month FTA Consultant Radiologist10 PA's
We are looking for a Locum Consultant Radiologist to join a friendly and cohesive team of radiologists with diverse expertise in a busy department and a strong record in teaching, mentoring and training. The applicant would be expected to join the existing radiologists in providing a comprehensive cross-sectional and diagnostic radiology service for a fixed term of 12 months to cover an impending maternity leave & to help address current department shortages
Barts Health NHS Trust is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospital trusts in Britain as well as being the home of London's Air Ambulance Service. The Trust incorporates St Bartholomew's Hospital, The Royal London and Mile End Hospitals, Newham University
Main duties of the job
This post is for a general Consultant Radiologist at Barts Health NHS Trust. A subspecialty interest is encouraged. The post will be primarily based at Whipps Cross University Hospital though cross-site working can be arranged.
The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate excellent general radiology skills including US, CT, plain film reporting, fluoroscopy and MRI, as well as having a subspecialty interest , eg musculoskeletal & trauma radiology. Applicants should be GMC registered, with license to practise . There will be an on-call commitment - currently 1:16 (with scans performed between 8:30pm - 8:30am outsourced).
Research and teaching activities are encouraged and supported by the active academic department and there is a highly successful training programme with registrars.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is for a general Consultant Radiologist at Barts Health NHS Trust. A subspecialty interest is encouraged. The post will be primarily based at Whipps Cross University Hospital though cross-site working can be arranged.
The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate excellent general radiology skills including US, CT, plain film reporting, fluoroscopy and MRI, as well as having a subspecialty interest , eg musculoskeletal & trauma radiology. Applicants should be GMC registered, with license to practise . There will be an on-call commitment currently 1:16 (with scans performed between 8:30pm 8:30am outsourced).
Research and teaching activities are encouraged and supported by the active academic department and there is a highly successful training programme with registrars.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is for a general Consultant Radiologist at Barts Health NHS Trust. A subspecialty interest is encouraged. The post will be primarily based at Whipps Cross University Hospital though cross-site working can be arranged.
The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate excellent general radiology skills including US, CT, plain film reporting, fluoroscopy and MRI, as well as having a subspecialty interest , eg musculoskeletal & trauma radiology. Applicants should be GMC registered, with license to practise . There will be an on-call commitment currently 1:16 (with scans performed between 8:30pm 8:30am outsourced).
Research and teaching activities are encouraged and supported by the active academic department and there is a highly successful training programme with registrars.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Higher Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registered
- MB BS or equivalent
- FRCR or equivalent
Desirable
Knowledge / Clinical expertise in Speciality /Sub speciality:
Essential
- Extensive experience in diagnostic radiology
Desirable
- A subspecialty interest is 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 / Research/Publications
Essential
- Experience of research, presentations to learned societies
- Record of presentations at specialist societies
Desirable
- Higher degree
- First author publications in refereed journals
- Rearsg grants / Grant applications
Personal Skills
Essential
- Presentation skills
- Teaching undergraduates and postgraduates
- Demonstrates honesty, integrity and appreciation of ethical dilemmas
Personal qualities and self management
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure
- Self Motivated
- Able to work as part of a team
- Flexible approach to work and evidence of team working
- Able to change and respond to changing circumstances
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Person Specification
Qualifications and Higher Qualifications
Essential
- GMC registered
- MB BS or equivalent
- FRCR or equivalent
Desirable
Knowledge / Clinical expertise in Speciality /Sub speciality:
Essential
- Extensive experience in diagnostic radiology
Desirable
- A subspecialty interest is 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 / Research/Publications
Essential
- Experience of research, presentations to learned societies
- Record of presentations at specialist societies
Desirable
- Higher degree
- First author publications in refereed journals
- Rearsg grants / Grant applications
Personal Skills
Essential
- Presentation skills
- Teaching undergraduates and postgraduates
- Demonstrates honesty, integrity and appreciation of ethical dilemmas
Personal qualities and self management
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure
- Self Motivated
- Able to work as part of a team
- 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).
