Job summary
We are looking for a humble and capable doctor with a sub-specialty interest in Breast & MSK Radiology to join our highly functional, accomplished, and friendly team.
Our Directorate offers a full range of diagnostic investigations over several sites (2 acute and 5 community).The Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital is part of the PFI hospital. Radiology comprises 6 general rooms, 1 fluoro room, 1 multipurpose interventional suite, 4 CT scanners (Canon 640 slice, Siemens 128 slice and 2 x 80 detector row Toshiba systems), 2 MRI scanners (Siemens Sola 1.5T) and a 3 room ultrasound suite. A further 5 ultrasound rooms are situated adjacent to antenatal and include Siemens and Canon machines. The angio suite is within the theatre complex. Further investment is planned with a hybrid theatre to be commissioned.Our dedicated Nuclear Medicine Department has 2 Siemens SPECT enabled Gamma Cameras.Burnley General Teaching Hospital primarily supports GP and outpatients. Radiology has a single CT, two MRI systems, five general rooms, a single digital fluoro room and 2 ultrasound rooms. Further ultrasound equipment is located within the Lancashire Women and Newborn Centre.Both breast screening and symptomatic breast imaging services are provided for the women of East Lancashire from a dedicated Breast Imaging Unit on the Burnley General Teaching Hospital premises with a mobile unit for screening in the community.The service also has a mobile MRI scanner (Philips Ingenia Evolution 1.5T).
Main duties of the job
The candidate should have completed the radiology training (either in the UK or equivalent abroad) and should have sufficient skills to be able to independently report MRI, CT, and US examinations within their areas of sub-specialty expertise. Must have good experience with general CT and MRI, both inpatient and outpatient scans. Essential skills are:
- Must be able to run a one stop breast clinic independently (fellowship trained)
- High level of experience in MSK imaging (fellowship trained)
A full range of diagnostic and interventional breast imaging services areprovided inclusive of vacuum biopsy techniques and high-risk MRI Screening.
The general reporting sessions can be at either Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital or Burnley General Teaching Hospital.
As a senior employee of the Trust the candidate will work in close co-operation with clinical staff and other medical professionals and managerial colleagues in providing high quality health care to the Trust's patients. Integral to these responsibilities is:
- The provision of a first class service
- Effective leadership to all staff engaged in the specialty
- Sustaining and developing teaching and research
- Undertaking all work in accordance with Trust procedures and operating policies
- Conducting clinical practice in accordance with Trust procedures and operating policies
A job plan will be agreed between the appointee and the Clinical Director.
About us
There are currently 30 Consultant Radiologists working within our Radiology Directorate, with approximately 280 radiographic and support staff. Each modality has a Lead Radiographer and day to day management of the service is supported by the Radiology Directorate Manager and Radiology Operations Manager.
The Breast Unit Team currently compromises an existing team of 2 Consultant Radiologists, 1 locum Consultant Radiologist, 2 Consultant Radiographers and full complement of advanced practitioners. The Breast Imaging Department is based on the Burnley General Hospital site.
There is an active skill mix programme within the Directorate with Radiographers participating in x-ray reporting (Chest, Abdomen & MSK), CT, MRI, Breast and Nuclear Medicine reporting.
Both hospital sites are training departments for student radiographers. There are close teaching links with the Universities of Cumbria and Salford.
The Radiology Directorate is headed by the Clinical Director. The Directorate resides within the Division of Diagnostics and Clinical Support which includes Pathology, Pharmacy, Therapies. The Division is supported with dedicated Human Resources, Financial and Governance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A high level of experience in MSK imaging is required for the post as well as good experience with general CT and MRI, both inpatient and outpatient scans.
The Breast Service is fully equipped with state-of-the-art equipment including 5 full field digital mammography sets with stereotactic capability, dedicated breast ultrasound equipment with shear waveelastography, vacuum biopsy equipment and dedicated breast MRI for high-risk screening and symptomatic breast imaging.
The Unit provides symptomatic services for 4 Oncoplastic Breast Surgeons with 4 double and 2 single dedicated one stop clinics per week. ELHT also host the East Lancashire Breast Screening Service providing routine screening for an eligible screening population of 75,000 across East Lancashire.
The Breast Unit work comprises a mix of symptomatic, screening and MDT. Digital full field mammographic interpretation with breast tomosynthesis, diagnostic breast ultrasound with percutaneous FNA and core biopsy skills are desirable.
A sample 10 PA job plan subject to discussion would include:
- 2.75-3.75 sessions reporting mixture general CT and MRI, both cold outpatient reporting and hot inpatient with a good proportion of MSK MRI and CT. Plain film reporting can be offered if so desired.
- 2 sessions on the breast unit
- 1-2 session ultrasound
- 1 session fluoroscopy
- 1.25 session for continuous professional development
- 0.25 session for departmental meetings (replaces other activity)
- 0.75 session for on call
The general reporting sessions can be at either Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital or Burnley General Teaching Hospital, which are 11 miles apart. The Breast Unit is in Burnley.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A high level of experience in MSK imaging is required for the post as well as good experience with general CT and MRI, both inpatient and outpatient scans.
The Breast Service is fully equipped with state-of-the-art equipment including 5 full field digital mammography sets with stereotactic capability, dedicated breast ultrasound equipment with shear waveelastography, vacuum biopsy equipment and dedicated breast MRI for high-risk screening and symptomatic breast imaging.
The Unit provides symptomatic services for 4 Oncoplastic Breast Surgeons with 4 double and 2 single dedicated one stop clinics per week. ELHT also host the East Lancashire Breast Screening Service providing routine screening for an eligible screening population of 75,000 across East Lancashire.
The Breast Unit work comprises a mix of symptomatic, screening and MDT. Digital full field mammographic interpretation with breast tomosynthesis, diagnostic breast ultrasound with percutaneous FNA and core biopsy skills are desirable.
A sample 10 PA job plan subject to discussion would include:
- 2.75-3.75 sessions reporting mixture general CT and MRI, both cold outpatient reporting and hot inpatient with a good proportion of MSK MRI and CT. Plain film reporting can be offered if so desired.
- 2 sessions on the breast unit
- 1-2 session ultrasound
- 1 session fluoroscopy
- 1.25 session for continuous professional development
- 0.25 session for departmental meetings (replaces other activity)
- 0.75 session for on call
The general reporting sessions can be at either Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital or Burnley General Teaching Hospital, which are 11 miles apart. The Breast Unit is in Burnley.
Person Specification
Attainments
Essential
- Valid Full Registration with the General Medical Council
- FRCR or equivalent
- At least FRCR part 1 with plans to complete part 2 within 6 months with a view to getting CESR within 18 months of starting the post.
Desirable
- Other relevant medical and non-medical training/degree
- Other relevant postgraduate qualification
- Membership of Specialist Radiological Societies
Training
Essential
- Satisfactory completion of previous posts providing professional training in core radiology.
- Fellowship in breast radiology
- Fellowship in MSK radiology
Experience
Essential
- At least 2 years post FRCR (or equivalent) experience in breast imaging
- Currently running a one stop breast clinic without support
- At least 2 years post FRCR (or equivalent) experience in MSK imaging
- Able to independently report MSK US, MRI and CT scans
- Teaching - Evidence of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. Ability to mentor others
- Audit - Understanding of, and experience of, performing and participating in Quality Improvement Projects and audits during general professional and higher specialist training. Willingness to undertake departmental audits as requested/required.
- Knowledge of QI methodology relevant to the NHS.
Desirable
- Attendance at courses in teaching, appraisal and mentorship
- Publications in peer reviewed journals
Continuing Professional Development
Essential
- Commitment to lifelong learning
- Ability to keep up to date in the speciality
Desirable
- IT Skills
- Membership of radiological societies
Management
Essential
- Understanding of current NHS management systems including clinical governance and risk management
Desirable
- Attendance at appropriate management courses
Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients, their relatives and with colleagues and staff in all disciplines
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team with professional colleagues, management and AHP
- Experience of supervision of junior staff
- Ability to lead the development of services and provoke best practice amongst the colleagues in a changing environment
Desirable
- Evidence of development of leadership within the work environment
- Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities
Other
Essential
- Agree to live within 30 minutes travel time of the Trust unless permitted otherwise.
Person Specification
Attainments
Essential
- Valid Full Registration with the General Medical Council
- FRCR or equivalent
- At least FRCR part 1 with plans to complete part 2 within 6 months with a view to getting CESR within 18 months of starting the post.
Desirable
- Other relevant medical and non-medical training/degree
- Other relevant postgraduate qualification
- Membership of Specialist Radiological Societies
Training
Essential
- Satisfactory completion of previous posts providing professional training in core radiology.
- Fellowship in breast radiology
- Fellowship in MSK radiology
Experience
Essential
- At least 2 years post FRCR (or equivalent) experience in breast imaging
- Currently running a one stop breast clinic without support
- At least 2 years post FRCR (or equivalent) experience in MSK imaging
- Able to independently report MSK US, MRI and CT scans
- Teaching - Evidence of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. Ability to mentor others
- Audit - Understanding of, and experience of, performing and participating in Quality Improvement Projects and audits during general professional and higher specialist training. Willingness to undertake departmental audits as requested/required.
- Knowledge of QI methodology relevant to the NHS.
Desirable
- Attendance at courses in teaching, appraisal and mentorship
- Publications in peer reviewed journals
Continuing Professional Development
Essential
- Commitment to lifelong learning
- Ability to keep up to date in the speciality
Desirable
- IT Skills
- Membership of radiological societies
Management
Essential
- Understanding of current NHS management systems including clinical governance and risk management
Desirable
- Attendance at appropriate management courses
Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients, their relatives and with colleagues and staff in all disciplines
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team with professional colleagues, management and AHP
- Experience of supervision of junior staff
- Ability to lead the development of services and provoke best practice amongst the colleagues in a changing environment
Desirable
- Evidence of development of leadership within the work environment
- Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities
Other
Essential
- Agree to live within 30 minutes travel time of the Trust unless permitted otherwise.
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).
