Job summary
As a result of the departure of a highly experienced consultant colleague earlier in the year and the upcoming retirement of another eminent member of the consultant team, we are now recruiting to two permanent Consultant Vascular Interventional Radiologist (VIR) posts. With the full support of the Trust Executive Group, the Directorate of Vascular Services at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals has been undergoing a positive transformation over recent years. As a unit, Sheffield Vascular Institute has always had great success in recruiting excellent candidates who have trained locally. However, due to a number of factors including most notably the loss of considerable knowledge and expertise, we are now specifically aiming to attract external candidates into the team. As such, we would welcome early discussions with any potential applicants to ensure alignment of the priorities of the service with the ideas and interests of candidates.
We believe that the opportunity to play a key role in establishing STH as a centre of excellence for Vascular Services is one that is challenging but ultimately also highly rewarding. If you are interested in exploring this opportunity, please contact Mr Akhtar Nasim (Clinical Director) or Dr Steve Thomas (VIR Lead)
Main duties of the job
We are now seeking two outstanding candidates to support the VIR input required to drive improvements and developments in vascular pathways, especially Critical Limb Ischaemia, complex EVAR/TEVAR and Renal Fistula Salvage, and non-vascular pathways, especially Interventional Oncology (SIRT and TACE), all forms of embolisation and hepato-biliary intervention including TIPS. Whilst there is a primary requirement to focus on the delivery of core services, there is also a commitment to support the robust development of highly specialist aspects of the service as well as research activities. The specialist imaging required to support the range of pathways will also naturally be an essential element of these roles. These appointments offer an exciting opportunity for both newly qualified and established consultants, with ample opportunities to develop the service in their area of specialist interest.
About us
Located on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one of the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside - over half the city's population live within 15 minutes of open countryside. It is also the greenest city in England, with 175 woodlands and 75 public parks. Sheffield offers a unique proposition of city culture alongside access to some of the most stunning countryside in the UK.This environment, together with the unparalleled strength of the city's climbing, running, walking and biking communities, sets Sheffield apart from anywhere else in the UK. There is also a wide range of affordable housing and excellent schools on offer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
COVID-19 Vaccination Information: COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment at this time, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters so that we can manage individual and environmental risks, and so that we can support those who may be undecided about vaccination. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at https://sheffieldhospitalscoronavirus.co.uk/vaccine.html where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination. There is a current government consultation underway which will determine whether some new starters may need to be vaccinated.
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
Applications from those unable, for personal reasons, to work on a whole time basis or a job share basis will be considered.
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.
Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
Job description
Job responsibilities
COVID-19 Vaccination Information: COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment at this time, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters so that we can manage individual and environmental risks, and so that we can support those who may be undecided about vaccination. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at https://sheffieldhospitalscoronavirus.co.uk/vaccine.html where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination. There is a current government consultation underway which will determine whether some new starters may need to be vaccinated.
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.
Applications from those unable, for personal reasons, to work on a whole time basis or a job share basis will be considered.
The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.
Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full and Specialist registration (with a licence to practice) with the General Medical Council (GMC) or be eligible for registration within six months of interview.
- Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview. IF an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of training (CCT) or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
- FRCR Qualification or equivalent
Desirable
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Ability to work as an independent practioner in Vascular Interventional Radiology. Possess broad clinical experience in the general aspects of the post. Possess broad
- Able to take part in emergency cover in Vascular radiology
- Supervised training and/or experience in diagnostic and Interventional Vascular Radiology for atleast 24 months.
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
Desirable
- Publications in peer reviewed journals
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels
CPD
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD dairy or portflio
Managment and Administration
Essential
- Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management
Clinical governance and audit
Essential
- Experience in performing clinical audit
Desirable
- Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values
- Good oral and written communication skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full and Specialist registration (with a licence to practice) with the General Medical Council (GMC) or be eligible for registration within six months of interview.
- Name on the specialist register for relevant specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview. IF an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of training (CCT) or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
- FRCR Qualification or equivalent
Desirable
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Ability to work as an independent practioner in Vascular Interventional Radiology. Possess broad clinical experience in the general aspects of the post. Possess broad
- Able to take part in emergency cover in Vascular radiology
- Supervised training and/or experience in diagnostic and Interventional Vascular Radiology for atleast 24 months.
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
Desirable
- Publications in peer reviewed journals
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching student doctors and doctors in training at all levels
CPD
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD dairy or portflio
Managment and Administration
Essential
- Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management
Clinical governance and audit
Essential
- Experience in performing clinical audit
Desirable
- Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values
- Good oral and written communication skills
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).
