Job summary
Job overview
We are seeking to appoint 1 full-time permanent Consultant Musculoskeletal Radiologist at Nottingham University Hospitals. We have created this post to match the increasing local and regional demand for MSK imaging.
The successful applicants will share responsibility with 8 other colleagues for the provision of all aspects of MSK imaging in our Trust with possible future expansion to the Trusts within the regional network.
They will be expected to collaborate with the rest of the department to maintain and enhance a comprehensive MSK radiology service and support / develop provision of Regional Sarcoma and Local Oncology, Orthopaedics and Sports services and trauma. The appointees will also be part of a wider team of consultant radiologists providing sub-specialty and general radiological services across the Trust. We are a Level 1 Trauma Centre and have a large oncology and spinal practice.
Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job
To provide, along with Consultant colleagues, a comprehensive elective and emergency on-call service related to MSK Radiology.
The post includes sessions for reporting time for Plain Film, MRI and CT, performing ultrasound and fluoroscopy/US/CT guided procedures and participation in multidisciplinary meetings.
The successful candidate will be expected to become an effective member of the team of MSK radiologists, to be responsible for the care of patients in their charge and to participate in teaching, research, audit and continuing professional development.
About us
We have an important contribution to make to life in Nottingham and the wider region and we take this responsibility seriously. With 18,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation. We have a budget of just under £1billion, 90 wards and 1,700 beds across three main sites: QMC, City Hospital and Ropewalk House. We deliver district general services to 2.5m residents of Nottingham, Nottinghamshire and its surrounding communities. Our specialist services allows us to deliver care to 4.5m people from across the East Midlands and nationally for a handful of services.
We have a reputation for a sarcoma service as well as undertaking spinal imaging including intervention .
We play a vital role in the education and training of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the Job Description for more detailed information
Candidates must hold the Fellowship of the Royal College of Radiologists or an equivalent qualification and must either be on the Specialist Register, or in possession of a CCT at the time of taking up the appointment. However the department is delighted to entertain expressions of interest from individuals who will be within 6 months of attaining CCT at the time of interview (anticipated in June)
The post will be primarily located at the Queens Medical Centre campus although the successful applicant will be required to provide sessions at the sites where we provide an MSK Radiology service.
A successful applicant would be required to be part of a dedicated MSK on call rota, which will have a frequency of 1:9.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the Job Description for more detailed information
Candidates must hold the Fellowship of the Royal College of Radiologists or an equivalent qualification and must either be on the Specialist Register, or in possession of a CCT at the time of taking up the appointment. However the department is delighted to entertain expressions of interest from individuals who will be within 6 months of attaining CCT at the time of interview (anticipated in June)
The post will be primarily located at the Queens Medical Centre campus although the successful applicant will be required to provide sessions at the sites where we provide an MSK Radiology service.
A successful applicant would be required to be part of a dedicated MSK on call rota, which will have a frequency of 1:9.
Person Specification
Professional Registration
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- Eligible to be included on the Specialist Register
- CCT expected within 6 months of interview date
Practical Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel between NUH sites
- Evidence of Level 3 Safeguarding Children (Paediatric positions only
Professional Qualifications/Development
Essential
- oFRCR (or equivalent)
- oCompleted subspecialty training in musculoskeletal radiology
Desirable
- oFellowship in musculoskeletal radiology
- oMRCP, MRCS or higher qualification
Clinical Skills/Experience
Essential
- Evidenced technical skills as described in the job description
- Able to communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, their families and other health professionals.
Desirable
- Specific training in communication skills
- Specific training in patient safety and/or human factors
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's "We are here for you" behavioural standards
Management Skills
Essential
- Able to develop, present and operationalise coherent ideas for service development/delivery.
- Able to delegate appropriately.
- Able to work in a team.
Desirable
- Higher management degree or qualification or training
- Experience of change management
Personal Skills/Qualities
Essential
- Able to work flexibly in a changing health service
- Able to use the Trust's IT support systems
Teaching, Audit & Research
Essential
- Evidence of participation in Clinical Audit
- Able to teach and support junior staff effectively.
Desirable
- Original Research Publications
- Higher teaching degree or qualification or training
Person Specification
Professional Registration
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- Eligible to be included on the Specialist Register
- CCT expected within 6 months of interview date
Practical Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel between NUH sites
- Evidence of Level 3 Safeguarding Children (Paediatric positions only
Professional Qualifications/Development
Essential
- oFRCR (or equivalent)
- oCompleted subspecialty training in musculoskeletal radiology
Desirable
- oFellowship in musculoskeletal radiology
- oMRCP, MRCS or higher qualification
Clinical Skills/Experience
Essential
- Evidenced technical skills as described in the job description
- Able to communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, their families and other health professionals.
Desirable
- Specific training in communication skills
- Specific training in patient safety and/or human factors
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's "We are here for you" behavioural standards
Management Skills
Essential
- Able to develop, present and operationalise coherent ideas for service development/delivery.
- Able to delegate appropriately.
- Able to work in a team.
Desirable
- Higher management degree or qualification or training
- Experience of change management
Personal Skills/Qualities
Essential
- Able to work flexibly in a changing health service
- Able to use the Trust's IT support systems
Teaching, Audit & Research
Essential
- Evidence of participation in Clinical Audit
- Able to teach and support junior staff effectively.
Desirable
- Original Research Publications
- Higher teaching degree or qualification or training
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
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).