Job summary
An opportunity has arisen to join our team at Ipswich Hospital in the Cancer & Diagnostics Clinical Delivery Group (CDG).
We are inviting applications for a full time post, Consultant Radiologist - General Radiology with subspecialty interest in Oncology radiology.
Applicants must have completed CCT or equivalent (Pathway Portfolio) and must be on the Specialist Register.
The standard job plan attracts 10 PAs, of which initially 8.5 are for Direct Clinical Care (including 1PA for on-call) and 1.5 Supporting Professional Activities. However, applicants who would like to work fewer PAs are welcome to apply, with the sessions and working pattern to be agreed between the post holder and the clinical director.The 1.5 support activity (SPAs) will cover audit, administration, teaching, job planning, appraisal preparation etc. Additional SPA time may be given for work on specific tasks which benefit the Directorate or Trust, as agreed with the Clinical Service Lead.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will:
o Work with colleagues to provide a consultant-led service of the highest standardo Work with the multi-professional team to develop care pathways and clinical guidelineso Develop and maintain good working practiceso Provide effective clinical leadership for all staff in the service through positive collaboration with colleagueso Offer support and leadership to junior medical colleagues, nursing colleagues and other members of the multi-disciplinary teamo Have appropriate medical secretary support and office space, together with IT and internet facilities
About us
Working for the OrganisationWe are ESNEFT and we provide hospital and community health services to almost one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our dedicated staff deliver care from acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, surgeries, community clinics and in patients' own homes.
We are one of the largest NHS organisation in England, employing more than 12,000 staff.We pride ourselves on supporting our staff. We offer a wide range of training and development opportunities, as well as flexible working options.
Our philosophy is that Time Matters to everyone. Across the Trust, we concentrate on improving the things we do and removing those which cause time delays for our staff and patients. We have invested in our commitment to Time Matters with a partnership with leading electronic patient record (EPR) supplier Epic. This digital transformation has brought what's widely regarded as the world's best EPR system to ESNEFT, transforming life in hospital for staff and patients.If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge, then we want to hear from you.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holders duties will be primarily based at Ipswich Hospital, but their presence may from time to time be required in other parts of the Trust including Colchester site.
The post-holder will: Work in conjunction with colleagues to provide a comprehensive imaging service. The timetable is worked flexibly and will be agreed with colleagues. Provide specialist radiological advice and services to users of the radiology department, including MDT participation Accept responsibility for compliance with ionising and radiation regulations, along with radiation protection supervisor and the radiation protection officers Accept personal responsibility for the clinical care of patients referred to him/her. Provide advice and information as required to clinical colleagues and other staff Share responsibility for the supervision, training, and professional development of radiology specialty trainees, radiographic staff and other departmental staff as necessary Attend regular departmental meetings and participate in department governance and service improvement initiatives.
The department is particularly looking for a candidate with clinical experience in a full range of gynaecological and thoracic imaging. Ideally the appointee would be able to independently perform and report pelvic US and MRI imaging, chest radiographs, thoracic and cardiothoracic CT.
Participation in both gynaecology and respiratory cancer MDT meetings will be timetabled and the post-holder will provide cover in conjunction with colleagues. Adequate preparation time will be allocated in line with RCR guidelines.
The trust is currently expanding the local lung cancer screening service, which is expected to cover the whole eligible catchment by 2027. There will be opportunities for the post-holder to become involved in this project.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holders duties will be primarily based at Ipswich Hospital, but their presence may from time to time be required in other parts of the Trust including Colchester site.
The post-holder will: Work in conjunction with colleagues to provide a comprehensive imaging service. The timetable is worked flexibly and will be agreed with colleagues. Provide specialist radiological advice and services to users of the radiology department, including MDT participation Accept responsibility for compliance with ionising and radiation regulations, along with radiation protection supervisor and the radiation protection officers Accept personal responsibility for the clinical care of patients referred to him/her. Provide advice and information as required to clinical colleagues and other staff Share responsibility for the supervision, training, and professional development of radiology specialty trainees, radiographic staff and other departmental staff as necessary Attend regular departmental meetings and participate in department governance and service improvement initiatives.
The department is particularly looking for a candidate with clinical experience in a full range of gynaecological and thoracic imaging. Ideally the appointee would be able to independently perform and report pelvic US and MRI imaging, chest radiographs, thoracic and cardiothoracic CT.
Participation in both gynaecology and respiratory cancer MDT meetings will be timetabled and the post-holder will provide cover in conjunction with colleagues. Adequate preparation time will be allocated in line with RCR guidelines.
The trust is currently expanding the local lung cancer screening service, which is expected to cover the whole eligible catchment by 2027. There will be opportunities for the post-holder to become involved in this project.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration and Specialist accreditation or within 6 months of obtaining CCT
- FRCR or equivalent
Desirable
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Ability to supervise and report general and cross-sectional imaging
- Ability to perform general ultrasound techniques
- Ability to supervise, perform and report techniques in chosen area of expertise
Desirable
- Fellowship / evidence of subspecialty training experience
Research Experience
Essential
- Knowledge/experience of research in the Radiology field
- Ability to apply research findings to clinical problems
Desirable
- Publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Presentation at National / International meetings
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration and Specialist accreditation or within 6 months of obtaining CCT
- FRCR or equivalent
Desirable
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Ability to supervise and report general and cross-sectional imaging
- Ability to perform general ultrasound techniques
- Ability to supervise, perform and report techniques in chosen area of expertise
Desirable
- Fellowship / evidence of subspecialty training experience
Research Experience
Essential
- Knowledge/experience of research in the Radiology field
- Ability to apply research findings to clinical problems
Desirable
- Publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Presentation at National / International meetings
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).
