Job summary
Applications are invited for a Consultant Interventional Neuroradiologist (INR) to join our friendly and forward-thinking neuroradiology group. This is a new post to support a sustainable 24/7 mechanical thrombectomy service across the Wessex region. The post holder will become the sixth INR in our group. We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated candidate, to support and develop the interventional neuroradiology service.
There will be opportunity for you to develop a subspecialty area or areas of interest. You will be able to progress your career at one of the largest teaching hospitals in the country, with opportunities to participate in research, education and radiological innovation.
The 10 PA posts cover all aspects of interventional neuroradiology. The main responsibilities and duties of the posts are given below, with more detail in the attached job description. You are invited to get in touch if there are any points on which you would like to seek clarification.
Main duties of the job
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO:
The appointed Consultant Interventional Neuroradiologist (INR) will:
- Contribute to the high-quality consultant-led interventional neuroradiology imaging service provided at UHS.
- Share in the 24/7 cover of the service, including on call on a rota basis (intended to be 1 in 6 with prospective cover)
- Develop specialist skills to work with multidisciplinary teams and support regional tertiary services.
- Along with their consultant colleagues, provide clinical supervision of radiology trainees.
Some duties may be provided by offsite working.
To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
An enthusiastic and motivated colleague to join our group! Required training, experience and abilities include:
- Full GMC Registration.
- CCT in Radiology (or expected within 6 months of date of interview) and/or entry on the Specialist Register in Clinical Radiology.
- Completed general training in Radiology, Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology at specialist level in a recognised centre
- Experience and skills in a subspecialist area of neuroradiology and willingness to develop these aspects further.
- Ability to work within multidisciplinary healthcare teams, and to supervise junior staff.
- Enthusiasm for teaching and training.
- Understanding of and willingness to participate in clinical governance and audit activities.
- An appropriate level of leadership, organisational, communication, professional and personal abilities to be effective in the role of consultant diagnostic neuroradiologist in a large teaching hospital.
For more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role, please refer to the person specification.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Interviews will be held on Wednesday, 20 March 2024
Job Reference: - This vacancy closes on or before: 23rd February 2024
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO:
The appointed Consultant Interventional Neuroradiologist (INR) will:
- Contribute to the high-quality consultant-led interventional neuroradiology imaging service provided at UHS.
- Share in the 24/7 cover of the service, including on call on a rota basis (intended to be 1 in 6 with prospective cover)
- Develop specialist skills to work with multidisciplinary teams and support regional tertiary services.
- Along with their consultant colleagues, provide clinical supervision of radiology trainees.
Some duties may be provided by offsite working.
To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
An enthusiastic and motivated colleague to join our group! Required training, experience and abilities include:
- Full GMC Registration.
- CCT in Radiology (or expected within 6 months of date of interview) and/or entry on the Specialist Register in Clinical Radiology.
- Completed general training in Radiology, Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology at specialist level in a recognised centre
- Experience and skills in a subspecialist area of neuroradiology and willingness to develop these aspects further.
- Ability to work within multidisciplinary healthcare teams, and to supervise junior staff.
- Enthusiasm for teaching and training.
- Understanding of and willingness to participate in clinical governance and audit activities.
- An appropriate level of leadership, organisational, communication, professional and personal abilities to be effective in the role of consultant diagnostic neuroradiologist in a large teaching hospital.
For more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role, please refer to the person specification.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Interviews will be held on Wednesday, 20 March 2024
Job Reference: - This vacancy closes on or before: 23rd February 2024
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Person Specification
Qualifcations and training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- GMC registration with a licence to practise
- FRCR or equivalent
Desirable
- MRCP or MRCS, ECNR
- Publications in Neuroradiological Journals
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
- Completed general training in Radiology, and Diagnostic Neuroradiology and specialist level in a recognised centre
- Training and experience in Interventional Neuroradiology
Desirable
- Experience in myelography
- Experience with elective carotid/vertebral artery stenting
- Experience with spinal injections
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
- Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
Living the Trust values
Essential
- Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together
Person Specification
Qualifcations and training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- GMC registration with a licence to practise
- FRCR or equivalent
Desirable
- MRCP or MRCS, ECNR
- Publications in Neuroradiological Journals
Previous or relevant experience
Essential
- Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
- Completed general training in Radiology, and Diagnostic Neuroradiology and specialist level in a recognised centre
- Training and experience in Interventional Neuroradiology
Desirable
- Experience in myelography
- Experience with elective carotid/vertebral artery stenting
- Experience with spinal injections
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
- Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
Living the Trust values
Essential
- Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together
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).
