Job summary
The Liverpool University NHS Foundation Trust (LUHFT) was created in 2019, after the successful merger of the Royal and Aintree Hospitals. TheLiverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust wishes to appoint a trainee in their final year of training or post CCT, to undertake a 12-monthfellowship in gastrointestinal (GI) imaging. The GI fellow will be exposed to all aspects of gastrointestinal imaging including MR and CT small bowel imaging, MR proctography, CT colonography, hepatic and pancreatic imaging, contrast and endo-anal ultrasound, PET CT, as well as exposure to endoscopic imaging interpretation. The department performs interventional oncology treatments (ablation and TACE in particular) with associated diagnostic work-up and follow-up imaging. This is a diagnostic post and fellows will not have opportunities for intervention. There are specialist regional MDTs for upper and lower GI malignancy, benign and malignant pancreas, inflammatory bowel disease, liver, neuro-endocrine, pelvic floor, complex pelvic cancer, and advanced colorectal cancer. No on-call requirement for this position. Candidates must hold full GMC registration with a license to practice. Ideally successful candidates will have completed the final FRCR examination (FRCR 2B), but candidates with equivalent qualifications eg EDiR will be considered. Candidates who are not from majority English speaking countries as defined by the UK Border Agency must provide proof of competency in English.
Main duties of the job
The GI fellow would be exposed to all aspects of gastrointestinal imaging including MR and CT small bowel imaging, MR proctography, CT colonography, hepatic and pancreatic imaging, contrast and endo-anal ultrasound, PET CT, as well as exposure to endoscopic imaging interpretation. The department performs interventional oncology treatments (ablation and TACE in particular) with associated diagnostic work-up and follow-up imaging. This is a diagnostic post and fellows will not have opportunities for intervention. There are specialist regional MDTs for upper and lower gastrointestinal tract malignancy, benign and malignant pancreas MDT, inflammatory bowel disease MDT, liver MDT, and neuro-endocrine MDT. No on-call requirement for this position.
This post offer a strong focus on education, tertiary level GI radiology experience, and research. Protected time will be provided for research. Candidates must hold full GMC registration with a license to practice.
About us
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.
UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.
For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.
Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital is home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Women's Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.
For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit their careers page
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description for further details
The GI fellow would be exposed to all aspects of gastrointestinal imaging including MR and CT small bowel imaging, MR proctography, CT colonography, hepatic and pancreatic imaging, contrast and endo-anal ultrasound, PET CT, as well as exposure to endoscopic imaging interpretation. The department performs interventional oncology treatments (ablation and TACE in particular) with associated diagnostic work-up and follow-up imaging. This is a diagnostic post and fellows will not have opportunities for intervention. There are specialist regional MDTs for upper and lower gastrointestinal tract malignancy, benign and malignant pancreas MDT, inflammatory bowel disease MDT, liver MDT, and neuro-endocrine MDT. No on-call requirement for this position
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description for further details
The GI fellow would be exposed to all aspects of gastrointestinal imaging including MR and CT small bowel imaging, MR proctography, CT colonography, hepatic and pancreatic imaging, contrast and endo-anal ultrasound, PET CT, as well as exposure to endoscopic imaging interpretation. The department performs interventional oncology treatments (ablation and TACE in particular) with associated diagnostic work-up and follow-up imaging. This is a diagnostic post and fellows will not have opportunities for intervention. There are specialist regional MDTs for upper and lower gastrointestinal tract malignancy, benign and malignant pancreas MDT, inflammatory bowel disease MDT, liver MDT, and neuro-endocrine MDT. No on-call requirement for this position
Person Specification
Education, Qualification & Training
Essential
- Medical Degree (MBBS, MChB or equivalent)
- 5 years satisfactory completion of radiology training with FRCR or equivalent
- CCT (or eligible within 6 months)
- GMC registration which permits working in non training posts
- Eligible to work in the UK at commencement
- Is fit to practice
Experience
Essential
- At least 1 years' experience in interventional radiology
- 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 - Logbook of surgical exposure to date
Personal Skills, Abilities & Knowledge
Essential
- Judgement under pressure: 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 Teaching
Desirable
- Understanding of basic research principles and evidence based practice.
- Teaching: Evidence of contributing to teaching and learning of others
Person Specification
Education, Qualification & Training
Essential
- Medical Degree (MBBS, MChB or equivalent)
- 5 years satisfactory completion of radiology training with FRCR or equivalent
- CCT (or eligible within 6 months)
- GMC registration which permits working in non training posts
- Eligible to work in the UK at commencement
- Is fit to practice
Experience
Essential
- At least 1 years' experience in interventional radiology
- 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 - Logbook of surgical exposure to date
Personal Skills, Abilities & Knowledge
Essential
- Judgement under pressure: 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 Teaching
Desirable
- Understanding of basic research principles and evidence based practice.
- Teaching: Evidence of contributing to teaching and learning of others
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).
