Job summary
Radiology Department - MSK Fellow - MT05
The Musculoskeletal Imaging fellowship is a one-year post-radiology CCT training program. The fellowship provides clinical experience across the full range of disorders affecting the adult musculoskeletal system. The program incorporates the application and interpretation of the full range of MSK imaging examinations and procedures including radiography, fluoroscopy, ultrasonography, computed tomography, 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 2 fellowship positions, start dates Aug 2026.
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.
The new Royal department has 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.
Main duties of the job
1. Senior Clinic Fellow - MSK - Please see job description / personal specification for full details
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
Senior Clinical Fellow - MSK - Please see job description and personal specification for full details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Senior Clinical Fellow - MSK - Please see job description and personal specification for full details.
Person Specification
Education, Qualification & Training
Essential
- Medical Degree (MBBS, MChB or equivalent)
- FRCR or equivalent
- GMC registration which permits working in non training posts
- Eligible to work in the UK at commencement
- Is fit to practice
Desirable
- Attendance at relevant courses/ conferences
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: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 ? Able to operate independently for most interventional MSK procedures and to include guided injections under ultrasound, CT and fluoroscopy. ? Demonstrates appropriate technical and clinical competence and evidence of diagnostic skills ? Logbook of radiology training 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
Helth
Essential
- Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards/ Good Medical Practice)
Person Specification
Education, Qualification & Training
Essential
- Medical Degree (MBBS, MChB or equivalent)
- FRCR or equivalent
- GMC registration which permits working in non training posts
- Eligible to work in the UK at commencement
- Is fit to practice
Desirable
- Attendance at relevant courses/ conferences
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: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 ? Able to operate independently for most interventional MSK procedures and to include guided injections under ultrasound, CT and fluoroscopy. ? Demonstrates appropriate technical and clinical competence and evidence of diagnostic skills ? Logbook of radiology training 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
Helth
Essential
- 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).
