Job summary
Consultant Radiologist, with a specialist interest in Hepatobiliary imaging and Intervention
Grade Consultant
Contract Permanent
Hours 10 Sessions/Week
Number of posts 1
Closing date 21/08/2022
Applications are invited for this 10PA full time post Hepatobiliary imaging and Intervention based in the Department of Radiology at King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (KCHFT).
King's College Hospital NHS Trust (KCH) is one of the largest and busiest in London, with a well-established national and international reputation for clinical excellence, innovation and achievement. The hospital not only serves a diverse, multi-ethnic local population but operates as one of the four major trauma centres within the capital, a major trauma centre for Kent and as a tertiary services centre for neuroscience (including stroke), haematological oncology, cardiac / cardio-thoracic (including PAMI), cystic fibrosis, and hepatobiliary (including liver transplantation) patients.
Main duties of the job
The activities and development of the Imaging Services reflect those of the Hospital as a whole with integration of both undergraduate and postgraduate training with service commitments to the institution. Following a Trust wide organisational change in January 2017, the General, Neuro, Breast and Dental Radiology services have come together and are now part of the Critical Care, Radiology and MEP Care Group, which is within the directorate of Networked Care.
KCH is a tertiary referral centre for hepatobiliary and pancreatic malignancies. It is also one of the largest adult and paediatric liver transplant centres in the UK. The post holder will join a team of 6 HPB radiologists, HPB /Liver transplant surgeons, Hepatologists, Liver intensivists, dedicated Oncologists and Pathologists to deliver a high quality specialist service for patients from a large referral base. All aspects of HPB intervention is performed at King's including TIPSS, BRTO, TACE, SIRT, MWA, IRE and islet cell transplantation. This is an additional consultant post with a remit to support the delivery of hepatobiliary imaging service at King's College Hospital. The post holder is expected to deliver all aspects of this specialist service which includes reporting complex axial imaging, supporting tertiary MDM's and specialist Hepatobiliary IR.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reachis our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Trust is recognised internationally for its work in liver disease and transplantation, neurosciences, cardiac, haemato-oncology, fetal medicine, stroke, major trauma, and Emergency Department.
Kings is a key partner in one of London's foremost Academic Health Science Centres, King's Health Partners (KHP). KHP is one of only six Department of Health-designated AHSCs in England. It brings together a world-leading research-led university Kings College London and three successful NHS Foundation Trusts: Kings College Hospital, Guys and St Thomas, and South London and Maudsley.
This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of our dedicated workforce and join one of the largest and most successful Foundation Trusts in the UK with an international reputation for innovation and the desire to make a difference.
You must be fully registered with the GMC and hold a Licence to Practice and be on the Specialist Register, or within six months of attaining your CCT or equivalent to be eligible for interview.
The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable adults and/or children (0-18 years), therefore 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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applicants are also expected to support Liver transplant service at Kings and as such experience in transplant imaging and intervention is highly desirable. The post was created to support growing demand for radio-embolisation and as such experience in this technique is desired. Kings is also major trauma centre and the successful applicant will join the interventional on-call rota.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted and interviews will be held on 15th September 2022 on MS Teams.
In addition, the individual will be required to play an active role in the general workload of the imaging departments while having a significant commitment to teaching and training of junior staff, medical students and associated professional groups.
Interested applicants are invited to discuss the post with Dr Praveen Peddu (Consultant Radiologist and Clinical Lead) via email: praveen.peddu@nhs.net and/or Dr Keshtra Satchithananda Clinical Director keshtra.satchithananda@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Trust is recognised internationally for its work in liver disease and transplantation, neurosciences, cardiac, haemato-oncology, fetal medicine, stroke, major trauma, and Emergency Department.
Kings is a key partner in one of London's foremost Academic Health Science Centres, King's Health Partners (KHP). KHP is one of only six Department of Health-designated AHSCs in England. It brings together a world-leading research-led university Kings College London and three successful NHS Foundation Trusts: Kings College Hospital, Guys and St Thomas, and South London and Maudsley.
This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of our dedicated workforce and join one of the largest and most successful Foundation Trusts in the UK with an international reputation for innovation and the desire to make a difference.
You must be fully registered with the GMC and hold a Licence to Practice and be on the Specialist Register, or within six months of attaining your CCT or equivalent to be eligible for interview.
The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable adults and/or children (0-18 years), therefore 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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applicants are also expected to support Liver transplant service at Kings and as such experience in transplant imaging and intervention is highly desirable. The post was created to support growing demand for radio-embolisation and as such experience in this technique is desired. Kings is also major trauma centre and the successful applicant will join the interventional on-call rota.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted and interviews will be held on 15th September 2022 on MS Teams.
In addition, the individual will be required to play an active role in the general workload of the imaging departments while having a significant commitment to teaching and training of junior staff, medical students and associated professional groups.
Interested applicants are invited to discuss the post with Dr Praveen Peddu (Consultant Radiologist and Clinical Lead) via email: praveen.peddu@nhs.net and/or Dr Keshtra Satchithananda Clinical Director keshtra.satchithananda@nhs.net
Person Specification
Qualifications & Registration
Essential
- Registerable medical qualification.
- [MRCP/MRCS] or equivalent
- Within six months of the expected date of CCT (or equivalent) on the day of interview.
- Full registration with GMC and Name on Specialist Register on date of taking up appointment.
Desirable
- Other higher degree or diploma (e.g., MD).
Training & Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in all aspects of Radiology, culminating in award of CCT or equivalent.
- Specialist training in HPB Radiology and Intervention.
Desirable
- Post CCT Fellowship in Hepatobiliary Intervention.
Admin, Management and Leadership
Essential
- Experience in day to day organisation of Radiology services in a busy Teaching Hospital.
- Able to demonstrate leadership capability within multi-disciplinary teams.
Desirable
- Familiar with current structure of Health Service and conversant with recent initiatives and changes.
- Management course and/or qualification.
Audit & quality improvement & Research
Essential
- Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit and quality improvement.
- Must be able to demonstrate ability to lead change.
- Experience of conducting or supporting clinical research.
Desirable
- Relevant research experience in one or more aspects of Hepatobiliary Pathology.
- Publication of relevant review articles or case reports.
Teaching & IT
Essential
- Experience of undergraduate and post-graduate teaching and exam preparation.
- Teaching skills course/qualification.
Desirable
- Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Registration
Essential
- Registerable medical qualification.
- [MRCP/MRCS] or equivalent
- Within six months of the expected date of CCT (or equivalent) on the day of interview.
- Full registration with GMC and Name on Specialist Register on date of taking up appointment.
Desirable
- Other higher degree or diploma (e.g., MD).
Training & Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in all aspects of Radiology, culminating in award of CCT or equivalent.
- Specialist training in HPB Radiology and Intervention.
Desirable
- Post CCT Fellowship in Hepatobiliary Intervention.
Admin, Management and Leadership
Essential
- Experience in day to day organisation of Radiology services in a busy Teaching Hospital.
- Able to demonstrate leadership capability within multi-disciplinary teams.
Desirable
- Familiar with current structure of Health Service and conversant with recent initiatives and changes.
- Management course and/or qualification.
Audit & quality improvement & Research
Essential
- Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit and quality improvement.
- Must be able to demonstrate ability to lead change.
- Experience of conducting or supporting clinical research.
Desirable
- Relevant research experience in one or more aspects of Hepatobiliary Pathology.
- Publication of relevant review articles or case reports.
Teaching & IT
Essential
- Experience of undergraduate and post-graduate teaching and exam preparation.
- Teaching skills course/qualification.
Desirable
- Familiarity with information technology and general computer 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).
