Job summary
The highly regarded and forward-thinking radiology department at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a locum Neuro-radiologist to provide maternity cover.
The role will predominantly involve diagnostic neuroradiology, including stroke and neurology MDTs, with contributions to the general inpatient and outpatient workload in the department, both in and out of hours.
The role will be based in Winchester, where the stroke service is based, though there may also be sessions in Andover or Basingstoke.
TO APPLYInformal enquiries, requests for further information and requests for informal visits should be directed to:-Rosalind.carr@hhft.nhs.uk
For further information about the Trust - Please visit the Trust website http://www.hampshirehospitals.nhs.ukPlease ensure that email addresses are provided for referee nominees and other contacts.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a locum consultant diagnostic neuroradiologist to cover a period of maternity leave.
The successful candidate will a need to have experience in diagnostic neuroradiology but will also undertake a share of the plain film reporting, ultrasound, CT and MRI workload. The successful candidate will be an HHFT Consultant and may be asked to work at any of our sites (Basingstoke, Winchester or Andover). The precise details will be agreed in a job plan, and we are usually able to accommodate reasonable requests. You will be expected to participate in the diagnostic on-call rota in Winchester.
All Radiologists are very much encouraged to contribute to the running of the department. This is rewarded with SPA allocation that will be allocated according to the level of contribution. We have regular discrepancy (REALM) meetings, Consultant meetings and quarterly strategy meetings which are now largely online.
There is a career progression framework in place for radiographers and RDAs at HHFT Radiology. We currently have four plain film reporting radiographers, a team of sonographers including one Consultant Sonographer. We aim to be the regional imaging provider and employer of choice.
We use Sectra PACS and CRIS as part of the SWASH+ consortium (HHFT, Southampton, Portsmouth, Salisbury, Isle of Wight and Southern Health), and Talking Point voice recognition software across HHFT Radiology. All HHFT radiologists have access to pooled administration and IT support.
About us
Across HHFT we currently have 5 static CT scanners and 3 static MRI scanners (details below). This includes a private imaging facility on the Basingstoke site (Candover Clinic) which is part of the NHS trust and offers general X-ray, ultrasound, CT and MRI. Insignia PACS, CRIS and Talking point Voice Recognition are integrated across HHFT (PACS system undergoing replacement currently). Home-reporting workstations are provided for all Consultant Radiologists to facilitate the on-call service, flexible reporting and additional voluntary reporting ('insourcing').
The diagnostic on-call runs from 1700 - 2000 weekdays and 0900 - 2000 at the weekend, a separate rota for each site. An out of hours IR service is provided via a regional network with Frimley Health Foundation Trust.
The trust has recently committed to a multi-million pound programme of investment to refresh diagnostic imaging equipment over the next 10 years. The department has already benefited from a completely new fleet of Ultrasound machines, new X-ray rooms, and a new CT scanner. Two new MRI scanners are to be installed at the end of 2023.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for full details.
TO APPLY
Informal enquiries, requests for further information and requests for informal visits should be directed to:-
Rosalind.carr@hhft.nhs.uk
For further information about the Trust - Please visit the Trust website http://www.hampshirehospitals.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for full details.
TO APPLY
Informal enquiries, requests for further information and requests for informal visits should be directed to:-
Rosalind.carr@hhft.nhs.uk
For further information about the Trust - Please visit the Trust website http://www.hampshirehospitals.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Professional qualifications
Essential
- FRCR (or equivalent)
- Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or within six months of CCT date at the time of the interview.
Desirable
- Higher qualification (MRCP or FRCS)
- Relevant UK NHS experience
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- All applicants should have a solid background in General Radiology and experience of reporting in plain films, ultrasound, CT and MRI
- Subspecialty neuroradiology experience
Desirable
- Basic interventional skills (e.g. biopsies, drainages)
- Fellowship training in subspecialty area
Skills & Ability
Essential
- Ability to supervise, cover and report on examinations carried out by radiographers and specialist registrars in radiology
- Experience in conducting clinico-radiological meetings or MDTs
- Willingness to use Voice Recognition systems
- Good IT/Typing skills
Desirable
- Ability to mentor and audit reporting radiographers
- Ability to cross cover for colleagues at MDTs
Research & Teaching
Essential
- Willingness to participate in teaching to promote role expansion and skill mix among the radiographic staff
- Willingness to teach medical students and junior medical staff
Desirable
- Experience in teaching
- Peer review publications
Other Requirements
Essential
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritise
Desirable
- Ability to contribute to the running of the department
Person Specification
Professional qualifications
Essential
- FRCR (or equivalent)
- Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or within six months of CCT date at the time of the interview.
Desirable
- Higher qualification (MRCP or FRCS)
- Relevant UK NHS experience
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- All applicants should have a solid background in General Radiology and experience of reporting in plain films, ultrasound, CT and MRI
- Subspecialty neuroradiology experience
Desirable
- Basic interventional skills (e.g. biopsies, drainages)
- Fellowship training in subspecialty area
Skills & Ability
Essential
- Ability to supervise, cover and report on examinations carried out by radiographers and specialist registrars in radiology
- Experience in conducting clinico-radiological meetings or MDTs
- Willingness to use Voice Recognition systems
- Good IT/Typing skills
Desirable
- Ability to mentor and audit reporting radiographers
- Ability to cross cover for colleagues at MDTs
Research & Teaching
Essential
- Willingness to participate in teaching to promote role expansion and skill mix among the radiographic staff
- Willingness to teach medical students and junior medical staff
Desirable
- Experience in teaching
- Peer review publications
Other Requirements
Essential
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritise
Desirable
- Ability to contribute to the running of the department
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).
