Job summary
We are currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and motivated Consultant to join our Neuroradiology and H&N Radiology team. The existing Neuro/ H&N Radiology team provide a comprehensive Neuroradiology cross sectional imaging service for our patients and have recently developed advanced diagnostic stroke imaging techniques such as perfusion imaging locally. We have close links to our local neurosurgical/ neurosciences unit in Southampton.
Being such a large hospital has allowed us to develop high quality sub specialty radiology services. We continue to build a reputation for innovation and excellence, consistently delivering outstanding performance, whilst developing the skills and abilities of our staff. The Trust has committed to expanding radiology services (currently 29 WTE consultants and 1 WTE Nuclear Medicine physician) with additional posts. The trust is also supportive of home reporting with many Consultants having regular home reporting sessions, allowing for flexible working patterns and a good work life balance.
To discuss the role in more detail please contact: Dr David Flowers, Clinical Director - David.Flowers@porthosp.nhs.uk
Interview Date: 6th June 2023
Main duties of the job
You will be expected to contribute towards the general radiology workload and the general on call rota (on a 1 in 14 basis), as well as audit, teaching of Registrars on our local training scheme, research and MDT meetings. This is an excellent opportunity for a new CCT holder to commence Consultant Practice in a supportive environment, or for an experienced Radiologist to further develop their career in a busy unit.
About us
The Trust is committed to driving excellence in care for our patients and communities and was rated good by the Care Quality Commission report published 2020 and became a University Hospital. We are ranked as the third in the country for research; embedding education and training across the organisation and we continuously strive to achieve our core values which are at the heart of everything we do. The Trusts main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, starting life as a military hospital over a century ago and now one of the largest hospitals on the south coast and you may have seen us on the TV series Nurses on the Ward. The Trust provides comprehensive secondary care and specialist services to a local population of 675,000 people across South East Hampshire. The Trust employs over 8,000 staff and are #ProudtobePHU; our patients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because its the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for providing outstanding care and support for patients, colleagues and our community you will find a home at PHU. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in
terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender
identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veterans
status, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Grade: Consultant Radiologist with a major interest in Diagnostic Neuroradiology
Department: Radiology
Reports to: Clinical Director for Radiology
Key Responsibilities:
Participate fully in the provision of diagnostic neuroradiology, stroke imaging and head and neck imaging, in collaboration with the 3 (2.65WTE) existing Consultants in the team. Colleagues will be encouraged to support the ethos of service redesign with flexible working, role extension and mentoring of junior and paramedical colleagues.
General work
Acute in-patient cross-sectional imaging
On-call service. Max 1:9, currently 1:14 supported by local trainees until 2200hrs
Outsourced CT 2200hrs to 0900hrs
Weekend on call working is in and working for between 8-10 hrs, compensated with time in lieu (time and a third). This can be taken within three months of the on-call date.
Provide training for the Portsmouth Radiology Training Scheme Specialty Trainees and other Southampton based rotating Wessex SPRs.
Share with colleagues in the training, supervision and support of Radiographers and Ultrasonographers, including skill mix training.
The job comprises 8 direct clinical care (DCC) and 2 supporting programme activities (SPA). One of the SPA sessions can be taken off site. We are happy to support flexible working (e.g. compressed job plan, four day working and home reporting etc.) Extra DDC PAs may be available following consultation with the Clinical Director, depending on departmental and personal requirements. Applicants interested in part time working are also welcome.
Stroke and Neurology clinical teams
This replacement post is to join our team of 3 (2.65 WTE). Team members each currently provide a mix of Head and Neck and diagnostic Neuroradiology provision but there is flexibility to specialise in one or other area. The team work flexibly to provide 52-week cover for imaging services, X-ray and MDT meetings and contribute to the general and emergency work of the department, giving a varied and interesting practice.
PHU is a major stroke centre with a team of 6 WTE stroke Consultants with the highest admissions to the stroke unit in Wessex and 3rd highest in the country. The 34 bedded dedicated stroke unit sees 1400 admission a year and providing a comprehensive hyperacute stroke thrombolysis service. The busy neurology unit has a dynamic team of 6 Consultant Neurologists shared with Wessex Neuro Centre, providing in and outpatient neurology services. We perform CT and MRI for both services and report many of our own neurosurgical follow-up scans. There are well attended weekly Neurology and stroke X-ray meetings which you would be expected to chair shared with 3 colleagues. Visiting Neurosurgeons providing outpatient services and attend X-ray meetings. There is a weekly Neuro oncology meeting linked with the Wessex Neuro Centre via video conferencing which you can attend. There is also a busy pituitary service with bimonthly MDT meetings and scope to develop an Ophthalmology X-ray meeting. You would be expected to provide a neuroradiology imaging consultation service in turn shared with team colleagues.
Intending applicants may obtain further information and/or arrange a visit by contacting Dr David Flowers, on 02392 286000 Ext 5484 or via email David.flowers@porthosp.nhs.uk.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Grade: Consultant Radiologist with a major interest in Diagnostic Neuroradiology
Department: Radiology
Reports to: Clinical Director for Radiology
Key Responsibilities:
Participate fully in the provision of diagnostic neuroradiology, stroke imaging and head and neck imaging, in collaboration with the 3 (2.65WTE) existing Consultants in the team. Colleagues will be encouraged to support the ethos of service redesign with flexible working, role extension and mentoring of junior and paramedical colleagues.
General work
Acute in-patient cross-sectional imaging
On-call service. Max 1:9, currently 1:14 supported by local trainees until 2200hrs
Outsourced CT 2200hrs to 0900hrs
Weekend on call working is in and working for between 8-10 hrs, compensated with time in lieu (time and a third). This can be taken within three months of the on-call date.
Provide training for the Portsmouth Radiology Training Scheme Specialty Trainees and other Southampton based rotating Wessex SPRs.
Share with colleagues in the training, supervision and support of Radiographers and Ultrasonographers, including skill mix training.
The job comprises 8 direct clinical care (DCC) and 2 supporting programme activities (SPA). One of the SPA sessions can be taken off site. We are happy to support flexible working (e.g. compressed job plan, four day working and home reporting etc.) Extra DDC PAs may be available following consultation with the Clinical Director, depending on departmental and personal requirements. Applicants interested in part time working are also welcome.
Stroke and Neurology clinical teams
This replacement post is to join our team of 3 (2.65 WTE). Team members each currently provide a mix of Head and Neck and diagnostic Neuroradiology provision but there is flexibility to specialise in one or other area. The team work flexibly to provide 52-week cover for imaging services, X-ray and MDT meetings and contribute to the general and emergency work of the department, giving a varied and interesting practice.
PHU is a major stroke centre with a team of 6 WTE stroke Consultants with the highest admissions to the stroke unit in Wessex and 3rd highest in the country. The 34 bedded dedicated stroke unit sees 1400 admission a year and providing a comprehensive hyperacute stroke thrombolysis service. The busy neurology unit has a dynamic team of 6 Consultant Neurologists shared with Wessex Neuro Centre, providing in and outpatient neurology services. We perform CT and MRI for both services and report many of our own neurosurgical follow-up scans. There are well attended weekly Neurology and stroke X-ray meetings which you would be expected to chair shared with 3 colleagues. Visiting Neurosurgeons providing outpatient services and attend X-ray meetings. There is a weekly Neuro oncology meeting linked with the Wessex Neuro Centre via video conferencing which you can attend. There is also a busy pituitary service with bimonthly MDT meetings and scope to develop an Ophthalmology X-ray meeting. You would be expected to provide a neuroradiology imaging consultation service in turn shared with team colleagues.
Intending applicants may obtain further information and/or arrange a visit by contacting Dr David Flowers, on 02392 286000 Ext 5484 or via email David.flowers@porthosp.nhs.uk.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- -Professional skills of high standard in Clinical Radiology.
- -Demonstrable basic management skills.
- -Excellent time management.
- -Computer literacy.
Desirable
- Appropriate and relevant publications in peer reviewed journals; presentations at national or international meetings.
- Evidence of clinical research training and significant involvement in research projects.
- Advanced computer skills.
- Knowledge of the principles of service redesign.
Other
Essential
- -Evidence of participation in audit
- -Good oral and written communication skills
- -Publications
- -Prizes and honours
- -Logical thinking, problem solving and decision making
- -Demonstrable experience and ability in teaching, both formally and informally
- -Multidisciplinary team working
Knowledge
Essential
- -Able to demonstrate appropriate level of clinical knowledge
- -Knowledge and use of evidence-based practice
- -IT skills
- -Effective, confident presentation ability
- -Experience in and outside speciality
Experience
Essential
- -Higher subspecialty training in diagnostic Neuroradiology in a recognised Neuro Centre (min of 6 months) including demonstrable, significant and ongoing experience in CT and MRI imaging of the brain and spine.
- -General Diagnostic Radiology skills to support local requirements for acute general radiology service weekday time and on call/ in and working at weekend.
- -Understanding of clinical risk management.
Desirable
- Fellowship level training in Neuroradiology imaging
- Experience of advanced stroke imaging techniques (eg perfusion imaging)
- Training and experience in teaching of medical, radiographic and nursing staff.
Qualifications
Essential
- -Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- -Entry on the GMC specialist register via CCT (proposed date must be within 6 months), CESR or European Community Rights
- -Fellowship of Royal College of Radiologists, or equivalent.
- -Subspecialty experience in diagnostic neuroradiology
Desirable
- Management course or experience.
- Fellowship level training in Neuro imaging
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- -Professional skills of high standard in Clinical Radiology.
- -Demonstrable basic management skills.
- -Excellent time management.
- -Computer literacy.
Desirable
- Appropriate and relevant publications in peer reviewed journals; presentations at national or international meetings.
- Evidence of clinical research training and significant involvement in research projects.
- Advanced computer skills.
- Knowledge of the principles of service redesign.
Other
Essential
- -Evidence of participation in audit
- -Good oral and written communication skills
- -Publications
- -Prizes and honours
- -Logical thinking, problem solving and decision making
- -Demonstrable experience and ability in teaching, both formally and informally
- -Multidisciplinary team working
Knowledge
Essential
- -Able to demonstrate appropriate level of clinical knowledge
- -Knowledge and use of evidence-based practice
- -IT skills
- -Effective, confident presentation ability
- -Experience in and outside speciality
Experience
Essential
- -Higher subspecialty training in diagnostic Neuroradiology in a recognised Neuro Centre (min of 6 months) including demonstrable, significant and ongoing experience in CT and MRI imaging of the brain and spine.
- -General Diagnostic Radiology skills to support local requirements for acute general radiology service weekday time and on call/ in and working at weekend.
- -Understanding of clinical risk management.
Desirable
- Fellowship level training in Neuroradiology imaging
- Experience of advanced stroke imaging techniques (eg perfusion imaging)
- Training and experience in teaching of medical, radiographic and nursing staff.
Qualifications
Essential
- -Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- -Entry on the GMC specialist register via CCT (proposed date must be within 6 months), CESR or European Community Rights
- -Fellowship of Royal College of Radiologists, or equivalent.
- -Subspecialty experience in diagnostic neuroradiology
Desirable
- Management course or experience.
- Fellowship level training in Neuro imaging
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
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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).
