Job summary
We are looking for a Consultant Radiologist with an interest in adult neuroradiology to expand our team of two neuroradiologists. A second interest in Head and Neck imaging is desirable but not essential.There is an increasing demand for neuroradiology imaging from the neuro oncology and ophthalmology ,primary care services as well as general in-patient and out-patient referrals.Bristol has a large oncology centre and is referred patients with primary brain and skull base lesions as well as a quarternary site for haematology including CAR-T therapy. There are multiple trials for primary brain cancers and haematological malignancies based at the Clinical Trials Unit at the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre which radiology is fully involved with.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be expected to comply with all relevant Trust policies relating to administration of patient care. This includes working to set timescales for the triage of requests the completion of discharge summaries prior to patients being discharged, following the specified process for the management of patients that do not attend (DNA) their appointment or admission, and the completion of all paperwork deemed necessary to support the management of their patients within agreed timescales. Consultants are also expected to work with service managers and clinical colleagues to manage their caseload in a flexible way, to ensure both clinical, national and local priorities, such as maximum waiting times for referral to treatment, are achieved.
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
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in general and NeuroRadiology
- Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
Desirable
- Neuroradiology Fellowship.
- Head and Neck radiology experience and neck USS and intervention
- Experience of working in the UK Hospital system.
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
- Published Research Papers
- Higher Degree.
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
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in general and NeuroRadiology
- Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
Desirable
- Neuroradiology Fellowship.
- Head and Neck radiology experience and neck USS and intervention
- Experience of working in the UK Hospital system.
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
- Published Research Papers
- Higher Degree.
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).
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).
