Job summary
This post is a replacement post for a 10 PA Consultant Breast Radiologist,with no on-call commitments . Any Consultant who is unable for personal reasons to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post. The Trust is committed to flexible working arrangements including job-sharing. Such arrangements will be discussed with any shortlisted candidate on a personal basis.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of high quality breast imaging in both the breast screening programme and the symptomatic breast service.
The doctor must, therefore, have previously worked in a unit where screening images are read, and should ideally have NBSS (National Breast Screening System) derived evidence of at least 5,000 reads to qualify for this post from the FRQA report of that system. This will not preclude trainees, and 1,500 first reads is also acceptable.
Breast Clinicians with similar experience are welcome to apply.
The post holder will be expected to participate in the normal duties relating to the administration and leadership of the department and to participate in teaching, CME and quality improvement.
The post is within a well-respected breast unit and has arisen due to retirement. You will be joining a team of 5 Breast Radiologists (with a 6th already appointed commencing October 2023), 2 National Breast Imaging Academy Fellows, a Consultant Radiographer and 4 Advanced Practice Radiographers.
Main duties of the job
Role Requirements
The applicant must be independently competent in:
Mammography reporting
Breast and axillary US
US- and stereotactic-guided breast biopsy
Pre-operative lesion localisation.
They should be capable to act as a Responsible Assessor in the breast screening assessment clinic as described within the current NHSBSP guidelines, and to lead a symptomatic 1-stop breast clinic imaging service. Competence in breast tomosynthesis reporting and breast MRI reporting would be desirable. VAB/VAE experience and knowledge of Contrast Enhanced Mammography would also be an asset.
The successful candidate will be expected to share in the support of the Breast MDT meetings with Consultant colleagues. Competence in cross-sectional reporting (especially CT) and an ability to discuss staging and other required imaging at the Breast MDT would be desirable.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role Requirements
The applicant must be independently competent in:
Mammography reporting
Breast and axillary US
US- and stereotactic-guided breast biopsy
Pre-operative lesion localisation.
They should be capable to act as a Responsible Assessor in the breast screening assessment clinic as described within the current NHSBSP guidelines, and to lead a symptomatic 1-stop breast clinic imaging service. Competence in breast tomosynthesis reporting and breast MRI reporting would be desirable. VAB/VAE experience and knowledge of Contrast Enhanced Mammography would also be an asset.
The successful candidate will be expected to share in the support of the Breast MDT meetings with Consultant colleagues. Competence in cross-sectional reporting (especially CT) and an ability to discuss staging and other required imaging at the Breast MDT would be desirable.
Training is integral to the department, with a generous study leave entitlement (financial and time), and a commitment to the clinical supervision and training of Radiology Registrars, Breast Imaging Fellows and Advanced Practice/Consultant Radiographers. We would welcome an interest in contributing to the formal teaching of Medical Students and of Radiology Registrars at the Academy. Ambition to be a named Clinical and/or Educational Supervisor would be supported but is not required.
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust is one of the NHS partners of the Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry. However, medical students are currently only rarely attached to the department. We would welcome someone with an interest in expanding the range of week-long attachments to the department by developing so called study units. The Medical School has very close links with the Trust, and so opportunities to teach in the Life Sciences modules, to become an Associate Lecturer, to assist with case-based learning etc. are regularly advertised by the medical school. The school runs a Problem Based Learning system and has a very good reputation for the quality of its graduates.
The Service Line would support any research interests of the Consultant in conjunction with the Trust Lead for R & D. All Consultants are expected to actively participate in the departments audit and clinical governance program.
Managerial and Leadership
Management
- To be a positive role model for the MDT
- Find time to always support colleagues
- Contribute to the leadership team, help to develop the service and identify and facilitate quality improvements
- Find workable, efficient, safe, quality, sustainable solutions to challenges as they arise
- To provide medical information for the development of systems appropriate for Trust/service needs
- To participate in departmental Consultant and senior staff meetings
- Liaise with lead nurses and medical colleagues
- To attend and deliver regional and national meetings as necessary
- To undertake all work in accordance with Trust procedures and operating policies.
Teamwork
- To embody and promote the ethos of integrated team working in your practice at all times
- To communicate with respect and professionalism with all members of the multi-disciplinary team
- To work within the framework of team decisions
- To show initiative, enthusiasm, flexibility and a sense of humour
- To take a whole systems approach to working with the wider health community
Managerial/Organisational Relationships
The post-holder will be managerially responsible to the Service Line Clinical Director for Breast Services, and professionally responsible to the Medical Director.
The post-holder will be required to comply with all Trust Policies, notably in relation to job planning, appraisal and leave, in line with Departmental and Trust objectives.
Key Working Relationships
The post holders will interact with the Consultant Radiologists and Radiology Trainees, Radiographic and clerical staff in the Breast Unit and will have close clinical involvement with the breast surgery and breast oncology clinical teams in the hospital, and with General Practitioners.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role Requirements
The applicant must be independently competent in:
Mammography reporting
Breast and axillary US
US- and stereotactic-guided breast biopsy
Pre-operative lesion localisation.
They should be capable to act as a Responsible Assessor in the breast screening assessment clinic as described within the current NHSBSP guidelines, and to lead a symptomatic 1-stop breast clinic imaging service. Competence in breast tomosynthesis reporting and breast MRI reporting would be desirable. VAB/VAE experience and knowledge of Contrast Enhanced Mammography would also be an asset.
The successful candidate will be expected to share in the support of the Breast MDT meetings with Consultant colleagues. Competence in cross-sectional reporting (especially CT) and an ability to discuss staging and other required imaging at the Breast MDT would be desirable.
Training is integral to the department, with a generous study leave entitlement (financial and time), and a commitment to the clinical supervision and training of Radiology Registrars, Breast Imaging Fellows and Advanced Practice/Consultant Radiographers. We would welcome an interest in contributing to the formal teaching of Medical Students and of Radiology Registrars at the Academy. Ambition to be a named Clinical and/or Educational Supervisor would be supported but is not required.
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust is one of the NHS partners of the Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry. However, medical students are currently only rarely attached to the department. We would welcome someone with an interest in expanding the range of week-long attachments to the department by developing so called study units. The Medical School has very close links with the Trust, and so opportunities to teach in the Life Sciences modules, to become an Associate Lecturer, to assist with case-based learning etc. are regularly advertised by the medical school. The school runs a Problem Based Learning system and has a very good reputation for the quality of its graduates.
The Service Line would support any research interests of the Consultant in conjunction with the Trust Lead for R & D. All Consultants are expected to actively participate in the departments audit and clinical governance program.
Managerial and Leadership
Management
- To be a positive role model for the MDT
- Find time to always support colleagues
- Contribute to the leadership team, help to develop the service and identify and facilitate quality improvements
- Find workable, efficient, safe, quality, sustainable solutions to challenges as they arise
- To provide medical information for the development of systems appropriate for Trust/service needs
- To participate in departmental Consultant and senior staff meetings
- Liaise with lead nurses and medical colleagues
- To attend and deliver regional and national meetings as necessary
- To undertake all work in accordance with Trust procedures and operating policies.
Teamwork
- To embody and promote the ethos of integrated team working in your practice at all times
- To communicate with respect and professionalism with all members of the multi-disciplinary team
- To work within the framework of team decisions
- To show initiative, enthusiasm, flexibility and a sense of humour
- To take a whole systems approach to working with the wider health community
Managerial/Organisational Relationships
The post-holder will be managerially responsible to the Service Line Clinical Director for Breast Services, and professionally responsible to the Medical Director.
The post-holder will be required to comply with all Trust Policies, notably in relation to job planning, appraisal and leave, in line with Departmental and Trust objectives.
Key Working Relationships
The post holders will interact with the Consultant Radiologists and Radiology Trainees, Radiographic and clerical staff in the Breast Unit and will have close clinical involvement with the breast surgery and breast oncology clinical teams in the hospital, and with General Practitioners.
Person Specification
Full GMC registration
Essential
- Full GMC registration licence
Fellowship Royal College of Radiologists
Essential
- Fellowship Royal College of Radiologists (or equivalent).Fellowship Royal College of Radiologists (or equivalent). CCT in radiology and entry on Specialist Register (or expected within 6 months of interview). Breast subspecialist training to RCR standards with screen reading experience.
Relevant NHS experience
Desirable
Person Specification
Full GMC registration
Essential
- Full GMC registration licence
Fellowship Royal College of Radiologists
Essential
- Fellowship Royal College of Radiologists (or equivalent).Fellowship Royal College of Radiologists (or equivalent). CCT in radiology and entry on Specialist Register (or expected within 6 months of interview). Breast subspecialist training to RCR standards with screen reading experience.
Relevant NHS experience
Desirable
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
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).
