Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Imaging (Radiology)

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 02 May 2025

Job summary

We are looking to appoint a full time (40+8 hours per week) Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Imaging within the Radiology Department at Somerset Foundation Trust - Musgrove Park Hospital Site.

We are looking for a ST6 level or above equivalent

This post is a 12 month fixed term working Monday to Friday 0830 - 1730

The post holder will be expected to contribute to general and specialist imaging and reporting.

You will be required to take an active part in the teaching of junior medical staff, including radiographers, and medical students.

This post has neither Royal College nor Postgraduate approval for training

Main duties of the job

Learning Objectives

A) To gain further experience in all aspects of Paediatric imaging.

B) To provide a high quality imaging service alongside the existing Paediatric imaging teams.

C) To participate in departmental research and audit.

Clinical experience

Experience in all major areas of imaging will be gained including ultrasound, fluoroscopy, CT and MRI. The post-holder will be expected to work closely and under supervision initially but then there will be an expectation to adopt a more autonomous role as the year progresses.

The post-holder will be encouraged to participate in research/audit projects and to contribute to scientific meetings throughout the year.

Teaching

To partake and be actively involved in the teaching of Radiology SpR's and other allied health professionals.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

  • Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
  • NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
  • Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
  • A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Date posted

29 April 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£70,425 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

184-OL-MED-SURG-2443

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description for full details of the job and person specifications required to undertake this position

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description for full details of the job and person specifications required to undertake this position

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Medical Degree
  • FRCR
  • Full GMC registration with a licence to practice

Experience

Essential

  • Evidence of recent CME/reasonable training progression at this stage of career.
  • Completion of Foundation Years 1 and 2 or Equivalent Training
  • Completion of ST1/2 or equivalent
  • Completion of Higher Medical and Radiology Training or equivalent

Desirable

  • Demonstrable commitment and enthusiasm for general radiology and women's imaging.
  • Experience working in the NHS
  • Experience in audit project and written up
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Medical Degree
  • FRCR
  • Full GMC registration with a licence to practice

Experience

Essential

  • Evidence of recent CME/reasonable training progression at this stage of career.
  • Completion of Foundation Years 1 and 2 or Equivalent Training
  • Completion of ST1/2 or equivalent
  • Completion of Higher Medical and Radiology Training or equivalent

Desirable

  • Demonstrable commitment and enthusiasm for general radiology and women's imaging.
  • Experience working in the NHS
  • Experience in audit project and written up

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA


Employer's website

https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA


Employer's website

https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Hiring Manager

Paul Carruthers

paul.carruthers@somersetft.nhs.uk

Date posted

29 April 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£70,425 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

184-OL-MED-SURG-2443

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA


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