Job summary
This is a new post for a candidate with training in chest radiology at ST4 and 5 or with specialist chest radiology experience as a consultant.
Main duties of the job
We welcome applicants who wish to work either full-time (maximum 10 PA) or less than full-time (minimum 6 PA). General CT and MRI reporting experience is required along with the ability to report HRCT and participate in the Lung Cancer MDT, pulmonary nodule follow-up MDT and general lung imaging MDT. If possible, attendance at a regional lung MDT could also be facilitated at job planning. The ability to perform lung biopsy is desirable and we will support training opportunities to develop this skill.
About us
Thesuccessful candidate will be part of the diagnostic radiology on-call rota. We have a weekday on call on site from 5-8pm. Overnight CT between 8pm-8am is reported by an outsource company (4Ways) and there is a separate weekend interventional on call rota.
The department has a key focus on Risk and Governance and has developed a joined-up structure for reviewing, reporting and learning from errors. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in regular Radiology Events and Learning Meetings (REALMS) and participate in a panel of three radiology consultants (on a 3-month rolling rota) who will review all incidents, assign degree of risk and undertake appropriate investigations to fruition. SPA up to 2 PAs is contingent on this participation, participation in regular audit in the department and taking on responsible roles.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on this job vacancy, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on this job vacancy, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration with License to Practice (or eligibility to obtain).
- CCT and on GMC's Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT from the date of the interview or have confirmed eligibility for Specialist Registration.
Desirable
- Appropriate higher degree (e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent)
- Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) or Surgeons (MRCS)
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Current wide range of cross-sectional experience (CT, MRI, US)
- Subspecialty experience in chest imaging, including lung biopsy
Desirable
- Other Relevant Subspecialty Experience
Management Skills
Essential
- Able to communicate at a strategic and operational level
Desirable
- Attended management training course.
- Knowledge of finance / budgets
Training, Audit and Research
Essential
- Demonstrable commitment and ability to teach and train undergraduates and junior doctors.
- Experience of clinical audit.
- Relevant research articles in peer-reviewed journals.
Desirable
- Completed 'Train the Trainers' course.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrate leadership skills within a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to motivate staff, to facilitate appropriate changes in clinical practice and to work as part of a team.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enthusiasm and approachability.
- Commitment to continuing professional development and clinical governance
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration with License to Practice (or eligibility to obtain).
- CCT and on GMC's Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT from the date of the interview or have confirmed eligibility for Specialist Registration.
Desirable
- Appropriate higher degree (e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent)
- Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) or Surgeons (MRCS)
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Current wide range of cross-sectional experience (CT, MRI, US)
- Subspecialty experience in chest imaging, including lung biopsy
Desirable
- Other Relevant Subspecialty Experience
Management Skills
Essential
- Able to communicate at a strategic and operational level
Desirable
- Attended management training course.
- Knowledge of finance / budgets
Training, Audit and Research
Essential
- Demonstrable commitment and ability to teach and train undergraduates and junior doctors.
- Experience of clinical audit.
- Relevant research articles in peer-reviewed journals.
Desirable
- Completed 'Train the Trainers' course.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrate leadership skills within a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to motivate staff, to facilitate appropriate changes in clinical practice and to work as part of a team.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enthusiasm and approachability.
- Commitment to continuing professional development and clinical governance
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).
