Job summary
The post is available is a 10 PA post. The department has a flexible policy of job planning. We currently run a limited evening and Saturday service, with outsourcing of on call at other timesWeston General Hospital is developing into a thriving hospital at the heart of the community. The Consultant Radiologist post is a newly created position which involves the development of safe, high-quality and sustainable emergency and planned care accessible to the local people.
The planned changes mean more people can receive the very best treatment and care faster, with shorter stays in hospital supported by closer working with community-based health and social care teams, providing seamless care to our patients
Main duties of the job
This post is for a General Radiologist to take part in the general workload of the department. A special interest in MSK, Neuro / Spine, GU or GI would be welcomed. Other subspecialty interests may be accommodated upon discussion with the Clinical Lead (John.O'Brien@uhbw.nhs.uk).The Department participates in clinicoradiological meetings / MDT's for Upper and Lower GI, Gynaecology, Myeloma, Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Stroke and the successful applicant will have the opportunity to become a core member of MDT/ meeting(s) depending upon their particular expertise and interest.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of this position
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of this position
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Full and Specialist Registration in Clinical Radiology with the General Medical Council (GMC)
- or eligible for specialist registration within 6 months or interview
- Or Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or evidence of within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview Please note this does not apply to CESR applications
- FRCR or equivalent
Desirable
- Teaching or training qualifications
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working at or comparable to, the level of a Consultant Clinical Radiologist in the NHS
Desirable
- Experience of participation at MDTM's
- Subspecialist interest or the willingness to develop subspecialist interest in line with the units needs whilst in post.
- Experience of working in the NHS
Clinical Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of the role of clinical governance in current clinical practice
- Ability to take on full & independent responsibility for clinical care of patients.
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Skills in teaching under and post graduate students.
Desirable
- Knowledge of research techniques in clinical medicine
- Knowledge of the use of patient databases and IT websites.
- Evidence of appropriate management training
Clinical Governance & Audit
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
- Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
- Positive approach to evidence based practice
- Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation
Research
Essential
- Knowledge of the principles involved in research
- Evidence of involvement in research
- Evidence of peer review research papers
Desirable
- Ability to increase the academic profile of the department.
Teaching & Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students.
- Experience of supervising trainees.
- Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Formal teaching qualification
Management & Leadership
Essential
- Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
- Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
- Ability to practice independently as a consultant
- Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
- Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
Desirable
- Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures
- Management experience
Interpersonal, communication & team working skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues.
- Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English.
- Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
- Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
- Ability to be a flexible team member
Any Other Personal Abilities & Aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
- Awareness of personal limitations
- Demonstrates the 4 Trust values
- Meets professional health requirements
- Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role
Desirable
- Ability to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Full and Specialist Registration in Clinical Radiology with the General Medical Council (GMC)
- or eligible for specialist registration within 6 months or interview
- Or Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or evidence of within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview Please note this does not apply to CESR applications
- FRCR or equivalent
Desirable
- Teaching or training qualifications
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working at or comparable to, the level of a Consultant Clinical Radiologist in the NHS
Desirable
- Experience of participation at MDTM's
- Subspecialist interest or the willingness to develop subspecialist interest in line with the units needs whilst in post.
- Experience of working in the NHS
Clinical Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of the role of clinical governance in current clinical practice
- Ability to take on full & independent responsibility for clinical care of patients.
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Skills in teaching under and post graduate students.
Desirable
- Knowledge of research techniques in clinical medicine
- Knowledge of the use of patient databases and IT websites.
- Evidence of appropriate management training
Clinical Governance & Audit
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
- Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
- Positive approach to evidence based practice
- Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation
Research
Essential
- Knowledge of the principles involved in research
- Evidence of involvement in research
- Evidence of peer review research papers
Desirable
- Ability to increase the academic profile of the department.
Teaching & Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students.
- Experience of supervising trainees.
- Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Formal teaching qualification
Management & Leadership
Essential
- Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
- Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
- Ability to practice independently as a consultant
- Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
- Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
Desirable
- Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures
- Management experience
Interpersonal, communication & team working skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues.
- Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English.
- Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
- Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
- Ability to be a flexible team member
Any Other Personal Abilities & Aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
- Awareness of personal limitations
- Demonstrates the 4 Trust values
- Meets professional health requirements
- Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role
Desirable
- Ability to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
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).
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).
