Job summary
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is looking for an enthusiastic Consultant with a subspecialty training interest in Paediatric Neuroradiology to join this large, developing and aspirational trust. The post is based within Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust.
The successful candidate will work within an innovative and flexible department keen to look at new ways to deliver Radiology services. They must be experienced in Neuro Imaging with subspecialty training in Paediatric Neuroradiology; they are encouraged to develop an interest in service development across the new Trust working alongside the other Radiologists already in post to compliment the current services to provide comprehensive and innovative care.
The job will be based at RMCH with the possibilities of working work at other Trust sites, such as Wythenshawe and North Manchester on discussion.
The appointee will be contracted for 10 Programmed Activities as per the new Consultant Contract, 8.0 related to Direct Clinical Care and 2.0 for Supporting Professional Activities.
Part-time or job share working is possible.
Main duties of the job
Duties include reporting neuro-radiology examinations, including acute, escalated and reporting work list examinations. Clinical responsibilities will include vetting and prioritising requests and preparing and presenting cases at the various clinical meetings, including Neuro-oncology, Proton Beam Therapy MDT, neurology meeting, as well as other more specialist neuro-radiology meetings depending on sub-specialty interests.
Supervision of trainees is an integral part of the role with a large number of trainees coming through the department.
About us
MFT is England's largest NHS Trust with a turnover of £2.6bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We're creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 28,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you'll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We've also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our brand-new Electronic Patient Record system which we've launched in September 2022.
We're proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What's more, we're excited to be embarking on our new Green Plan which will set out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not currently a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated, there is helpful advice and information available by searching on the NHS England website where you can also find out more about how to access the vaccination.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not currently a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated, there is helpful advice and information available by searching on the NHS England website where you can also find out more about how to access the vaccination.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- MB.ChB or equivalent
- Postgraduate qualification (eg FRCR) or equivalent
- Completion of basic training in Clinical Radiology
- Completion of subspeciality training in neuroradiology
- Completion of 12 Months subspeciality training in Paediatric Neuroradiology
Desirable
- Higher qualification eg MD in Radiology
- European Course in Paediatric Neuroradiology
Teaching & Audit
Essential
- Teaching Medical Students
- Experience of Audit in Radiology
- Teaching junior medical staff
Academic Achievements & Research
Essential
- A sub-specialist interest in Paediatric neuroradiology
Desirable
- Publications in recognised radiology and appropriate other medical journals
- Research projects relating to Paediatric neuroradiology
Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Organisation Skills
- Communication Skills
- Leadership Skills
Other Requirements
Essential
- Full registration with the General Medical Council
- Registered on the GMC Specialist Register (within 6 months of interview)
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- MB.ChB or equivalent
- Postgraduate qualification (eg FRCR) or equivalent
- Completion of basic training in Clinical Radiology
- Completion of subspeciality training in neuroradiology
- Completion of 12 Months subspeciality training in Paediatric Neuroradiology
Desirable
- Higher qualification eg MD in Radiology
- European Course in Paediatric Neuroradiology
Teaching & Audit
Essential
- Teaching Medical Students
- Experience of Audit in Radiology
- Teaching junior medical staff
Academic Achievements & Research
Essential
- A sub-specialist interest in Paediatric neuroradiology
Desirable
- Publications in recognised radiology and appropriate other medical journals
- Research projects relating to Paediatric neuroradiology
Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Organisation Skills
- Communication Skills
- Leadership Skills
Other Requirements
Essential
- Full registration with the General Medical Council
- Registered on the GMC Specialist Register (within 6 months of interview)
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).
