Locum IR Consultant

Job summary

The locum post will strengthen a highly innovative and progressive interventional radiology department at The Royal Marsden. The post is advertised initially as a fixed term locum for 12 months, however the post has secured long-term funding.

The post holder will need specialised training in vascular and non-vascular interventional Radiology. The department specialises in Oncological intervention. The work includes targeted ablation techniques, including Microwave ablation, Cryoablation, RFA and Irreversible Electroporation with the use of robotic devices, together with hepatobiliary and urological intervention and vascular techniques including trans arterial embolization (TAE). The team supports clinical oncology with the placement of fiducial markers and is involved with innovative therapeutic interventions in the context of clinical trials including intra-tumoral immunotherapy. The interventional suite on the Fulham Road site has recently been updated and has the Philips Azurion 7 Ceiling-Mounted M20 IR system with Cone Beam CT capabilities and fusion software. In addition, IR have unrestricted access to CT (Siemens Definition Edge) with dedicated time for procedures under general anaesthetic including four dedicated General Anaesthetic sessions. There is a separate ultrasound room for biopsies and drainages.

Main duties of the job

The expansion of the consultant team is designed to facilitate expansion of diagnostic and therapeutic interventional procedures on the Sutton site. Also to allow for the introduction of dedicated interventional radiology clinics, which will be run in conjunction with nursing staff to facilitate pre-procedure assessments for patients and post-procedure follow up, essential for developing excellence within the service and facilitate radiology-lead research activity.

A component of the work will be in the diagnostic imaging department, with two dedicated CT reporting sessions per week. There will also be a requirement to cover the Cyberknife MDT 1:2.

The post holder will join a wider team of interventional radiologists providing an established on-call service (1:8) for the Royal Marsden, Chelsea & Westminster, West Middlesex Hospital and The Royal Brompton.

The post holder will join an enthusiastic, cohesive team which is motivated to deliver excellence in clinical care and participate in radiology research and innovation. A proven track record in research is desirable but not essential.

Applicants should hold a CCT in Diagnostic & Interventional Radiology or be within three months of gaining CCT. FRCR or equivalent and full registration with the GMC are essential. Some research experience would be an advantage. Any candidate who wishes to be considered for part-time working is welcome to apply.

About us

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.