Job summary
Applications are invited for a Post CCT Fellow in GI and Abdominal Radiology at the Royal United Hospital Bath. This is a fixed term post expected to start in August/September 2026, for a period of one year.
The job plan will be based around 7-8 sessions of abdominal CT and MRI reporting, fluoroscopy, intervention and GI MDTs, 1-2 general reporting sessions (rotating between acute CT, US, GP plain film and hot reporting), with 1 session protected for audit and research work or specialist imaging/interventional sessions as desired. A second subspecialty can be accommodated if desired on discussion with the department. There is an expectation that the appointed fellow will take part in the registrar tier on-call rota. The on-call covers 1700-2000 on weekdays and 0800-1800 on weekends. This runs in parallel to the on-call consultant who is onsite to supervise the on-call registrar at these times. There is no overnight component to the registrar tier rota. Rota frequency is expected to be between 1 in 7 and 1 in 9.
Candidates are encouraged to visit the hospital and can make arrangements through contacting the Clinical Lead, Dr. Gary Cross, email gary.cross@nhs.net or Dr. Matthew Laugharne, Lead GI Radiologist, email matthewlaugharne@nhs.net.
Main duties of the job
The fellow will work under the supervision of 6 Consultants with subspecialty interests in GI Imaging to further develop experience and expertise in all aspects of GI Radiology. The Fellow will help deliver the GI cancer diagnostic service including reporting hepatobiliary, pancreatic and luminal cancer staging and surveillance CT and MRI, performing abdominal biopsies and drainages, preparing and presenting at the weekly upper and lower GI cancer and CUP multidisciplinary team meetings. Luminal GI Radiology will include experience in reporting specialist techniques such as Small Bowel CT and MRI, CT Colonography, Rectal MRI, perianal fistula MRI and MRDP. The Fellow will be encouraged to complete a recognised course in CT Colonography technique and reporting, and to work towards achieving minimum reporting numbers for independent CTC reporting accreditation. The fellow will undertake abdominal US in general US lists and contribute to the fluoroscopy service. The department has an on-site PET-CT scanner and experience will be provided in PET-CT interpretation for GI and CUP MDTs.
There are opportunities to develop experience in other abdominal imaging eg reporting GU CT and prostate MRI, or further a second subspecialty interest if desired.
There is a growing research portfolio within the Radiology department and the RUH is a partner in the National Consortium of Intelligent Medical Imaging, working with industry partners to develop AI in Radiology.
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 or recognised equivalent
- Be on the GMC specialist register or within 6 months of CCT
Clinical
Essential
- 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 in reporting GI and abdominal CT and CT Colonography
- GI MRI imaging experience
- Experience in US and CT guided biopsies and drainages
- Experience in GI and GU interventional procedures
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.
- Willing to seek help from senior colleagues when appropriate
Desirable
- Evidence of adaptability, organisation of time and learning.
- Computing Skills
- Commitment to continuing personal development and to the specialty
Research
Essential
- Interest in participating in departmental audit and research
Teaching
Essential
- Able to support multidisciplinary teaching and subspecialty training
Desirable
- Previous experience of teaching undergraduates and junior colleagues.
Management
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 or recognised equivalent
- Be on the GMC specialist register or within 6 months of CCT
Clinical
Essential
- 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 in reporting GI and abdominal CT and CT Colonography
- GI MRI imaging experience
- Experience in US and CT guided biopsies and drainages
- Experience in GI and GU interventional procedures
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.
- Willing to seek help from senior colleagues when appropriate
Desirable
- Evidence of adaptability, organisation of time and learning.
- Computing Skills
- Commitment to continuing personal development and to the specialty
Research
Essential
- Interest in participating in departmental audit and research
Teaching
Essential
- Able to support multidisciplinary teaching and subspecialty training
Desirable
- Previous experience of teaching undergraduates and junior colleagues.
Management
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).
