Job summary
The MSK Imaging fellowship is a one-year post-radiology CCT training program. The fellowship provides clinical experience across a full range of disorders affecting the adult musculoskeletal system. The program includes the application and interpretation of the full range of MSK imaging procedures including radiography, fluoroscopy, US, CT, MRI, MR arthrography and image-guided percutaneous biopsy. There will be the opportunity to gain experience in CT intervention including image guided spinal intervention for pain management and MSK cryoablation cases. There are several orthopaedic and rheumatologic meeting including soft tissue sarcoma that fellows can participate in. There are two fellowship positions, start dates in February and August.
The post will include one session a week of dedicated research time and fellows will be expected to produce at least one peer reviewed research project over the course of the year. There is also opportunity for one session of paediatric MSK radiology if desired.
We have two 1.5T MRI scanners, a 3T MRI and four CT scanners ranging from 128 multi-slice systems and a dual source CT. Orthopaedic out-patients and elective surgery are based at the BGH where there is a third 1.5T MRI scanner. There are MSK ultrasound lists running at both sites offering diagnostic and therapeutic image guided biopsy and injection services.
There may be opportunity to contribute to additional paid reporting sessions for those interested.
Main duties of the job
- Reporting in and out patient MSK examinations performed at LUFT
- Perform MSK diagnostic ultrasound and perform images guided procedures which include injections and biopsy.
- Participate in MDTs
- Teaching and supervision of radiology SpRs attached to MSK radiology
- Participate in governance activities and get involved in MSK research..
About us
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was created on 1 October 2019 following the merger of two adult acute Trusts, Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust.
The merger provides an opportunity to reconfigure services in a way that provides the best healthcare services to the city and improves the quality of care and health outcomes that patients experience.
The Trust runs Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool University Dental Hospital and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
It serves a core population of around 630,000 people across Merseyside as well as providing a range of highly specialist services to a catchment area of more than two million people in the North West region and beyond.
To hear more about our achievements click here https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/media/13089/1606-annual-report-booklet_final.pdf
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Job description
Job responsibilities
- Producing succinct clear reports for cross sectional MSK examinations reported with consultant supervisors.
- Safely and effective perform a variety of image guided MSK interventions with or without consultant supervisors dependent on level of experience.
- Participate in the hot MSK radiology rota in overseeing MRI examinations, dealing with MSK related queries and reporting of in patient cross sectional MSK examinations (with or without supervision dependent on level of training).
- Produce an MSK related audit
- Participate in and contribute to the weekly MSK education meeting.
- Contribute to reporting of acute or outpatient general and MSK plain films.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Producing succinct clear reports for cross sectional MSK examinations reported with consultant supervisors.
- Safely and effective perform a variety of image guided MSK interventions with or without consultant supervisors dependent on level of experience.
- Participate in the hot MSK radiology rota in overseeing MRI examinations, dealing with MSK related queries and reporting of in patient cross sectional MSK examinations (with or without supervision dependent on level of training).
- Produce an MSK related audit
- Participate in and contribute to the weekly MSK education meeting.
- Contribute to reporting of acute or outpatient general and MSK plain films.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree (MBBS, MChB or equivalent)
- FRCR or equivalent.
- Attendance at relevant courses/ conferences.
Eligibility
Essential
- GMC registration which permits working in non training posts
- Eligible to work in the UK at commencement
- Is fit to practice
Language Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues- demonstrated by one of the following: 1. undertaken undergraduate medical training in English or 2. Have achieved score of 7 in speaking and overall and score of 6 in listening, reading and writing in the IELTS test
Experience
Essential
- At least 6 months as a specialist registrar in MSK reporting diagnostic, MRI, Ultrasound and CT examinations .
- Experience of multidisciplinary working.
- Evidence of working independently.
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Technical Knowledge and Clinical Expertise ? Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge & judgement & prioritise clinical need ? Demonstrates appropriate technical and clinical competence and evidence of diagnostic skills and clinical judgement
Personal Skills, Abilities & Knowledge
Essential
- Able to operate effectively under pressure and remain objective in highly emotive/ pressurised situations and to be aware of own limitations, knowing when to ask for help.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships on an individual, multi-professional and team basis with all levels of staff
- Understanding clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
Probity
Essential
- Professional Integrity: o Takes responsibility for own actions o Demonstrates respect for the rights of all o Demonstrates awareness of ethical principles, safety, confidentiality & consent o Awareness of importance of being the patients' Advocate, clinical governance & responsibilities of an NHS Employee
Audit
Desirable
- Knowledge of medical and clinical audit principles and evidence of active participation in audit
Research and Training
Desirable
- Understanding of basic research principles and evidence based practice
- Teaching: Evidence of contributing to teaching and learning of others
Health
Desirable
- Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards/ Good Medical Practice)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree (MBBS, MChB or equivalent)
- FRCR or equivalent.
- Attendance at relevant courses/ conferences.
Eligibility
Essential
- GMC registration which permits working in non training posts
- Eligible to work in the UK at commencement
- Is fit to practice
Language Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues- demonstrated by one of the following: 1. undertaken undergraduate medical training in English or 2. Have achieved score of 7 in speaking and overall and score of 6 in listening, reading and writing in the IELTS test
Experience
Essential
- At least 6 months as a specialist registrar in MSK reporting diagnostic, MRI, Ultrasound and CT examinations .
- Experience of multidisciplinary working.
- Evidence of working independently.
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Technical Knowledge and Clinical Expertise ? Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge & judgement & prioritise clinical need ? Demonstrates appropriate technical and clinical competence and evidence of diagnostic skills and clinical judgement
Personal Skills, Abilities & Knowledge
Essential
- Able to operate effectively under pressure and remain objective in highly emotive/ pressurised situations and to be aware of own limitations, knowing when to ask for help.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships on an individual, multi-professional and team basis with all levels of staff
- Understanding clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
Probity
Essential
- Professional Integrity: o Takes responsibility for own actions o Demonstrates respect for the rights of all o Demonstrates awareness of ethical principles, safety, confidentiality & consent o Awareness of importance of being the patients' Advocate, clinical governance & responsibilities of an NHS Employee
Audit
Desirable
- Knowledge of medical and clinical audit principles and evidence of active participation in audit
Research and Training
Desirable
- Understanding of basic research principles and evidence based practice
- Teaching: Evidence of contributing to teaching and learning of others
Health
Desirable
- Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards/ Good Medical Practice)
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).
