Job summary
Applications are invited for a Consultant Radiologist to join a friendly, forward-thinking team of 30 Consultant Radiologists at the Royal United Hospital Bath;
Consultant Radiologist with Specialist Interests in Head & Neck Radiology (10 PA's) - This is a replacement post due to retirement. In addition to sub-specialty radiology interests the candidate must possess skills, particularly cross-sectional, applicable to a general department.
The post is full time but anyone wishing to work part time is also encouraged to apply. The post includes participation in the evening and weekend and on-call rota. Outsourcing is used for most cross-sectional emergency work performed after 2000, 7 days a week.
Candidates are encouraged to visit the hospital and can make arrangements through contacting the Clinical Lead: Dr Gary Cross (gary.cross@nhs.net).
Main duties of the job
There will be a significant subspecialty imaging requirement but the candidate must possess skills, particularly cross-sectional, applicable to a general department.
Head & Neck
There is an established Head & Neck/ENT/Max-Fax radiology service and the appointee will be expected to contribute to and advance this subspecialty and link in with the regional Head & Neck cancer service.
Neuroradiology
Neuroradiology continues to be a growth area at the RUH and it would be advantageous for the appointee to contribute to and drive forward the acute and elective neuro-radiology subspecialty service provision. The post holder will support in subspecialty radiology meetings and work closely with the RUH neurologists and stroke physicians.
About us
At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC recognised general medical qualification.
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
- FRCR
- Be on the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at time of interview
Skills
Essential
- Fully accredited clinical radiologist on GMC specialist register
- Head and Neck/ENT Radiology subspecialty training
- Current general radiological practice and ability appropriate to a district general hospital environment
- Fully motivated in contributing to general and specialised work in the department and in maintaining a high standard of personal development
Desirable
- Experience of dental radiology
- Second specialty interested (Neuroradiology preferred)
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills with ability to relate to all members of staff and patients
- Committed to working within a team
- Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing to staff, patients and relatives ensuring that communication is tailored to the person being addressed
- Ability to work under pressure.
Desirable
- Evidence of adaptability, organisation of time and learning.
- Computing Skills
- Commitment to continuing personal development and to the specialty
Teaching Experience
Essential
- Able to support multidisciplinary teaching and subspecialty training
Desirable
- Previous experience of teaching undergraduates and junior colleagues.
Research Experience
Essential
- Interest in participating in departmental audit and research
Desirable
- Ability to organise post-graduate research
Management and administration
Essential
- Awareness of audit process, appraisal, principles of Clinical Governance, confidentiality and data protection
Desirable
- Proven track record of audit
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC recognised general medical qualification.
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
- FRCR
- Be on the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at time of interview
Skills
Essential
- Fully accredited clinical radiologist on GMC specialist register
- Head and Neck/ENT Radiology subspecialty training
- Current general radiological practice and ability appropriate to a district general hospital environment
- Fully motivated in contributing to general and specialised work in the department and in maintaining a high standard of personal development
Desirable
- Experience of dental radiology
- Second specialty interested (Neuroradiology preferred)
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills with ability to relate to all members of staff and patients
- Committed to working within a team
- Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing to staff, patients and relatives ensuring that communication is tailored to the person being addressed
- Ability to work under pressure.
Desirable
- Evidence of adaptability, organisation of time and learning.
- Computing Skills
- Commitment to continuing personal development and to the specialty
Teaching Experience
Essential
- Able to support multidisciplinary teaching and subspecialty training
Desirable
- Previous experience of teaching undergraduates and junior colleagues.
Research Experience
Essential
- Interest in participating in departmental audit and research
Desirable
- Ability to organise post-graduate research
Management and administration
Essential
- Awareness of audit process, appraisal, principles of Clinical Governance, confidentiality and data protection
Desirable
- Proven track record of audit
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).
