Job summary
Consultant Radiologists with interestDartford and Gravesham NHS trust Full time-10 PA'sPermanent
Two Substantive posts have arisen for Consultant Breast Radiologists within Clinical Radiology based at Darent Valley Hospital (DVH) and Queen Mary's Hospital (QMH), Dartford & Gravesham NHS Trust, to support Radiology services.
Clinical Radiology Services at Darent Valley Hospital and Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup, are unified under a single Directorate. The successful candidate will be an employee of the Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust.
Main duties of the job
Successful candidate will assist in the smooth running and provision of an effective and efficient service. He/she will be expected to take part in the management of the service and attend meetings of the Directorate and other committees that he/she may be appointed to. The post holder may be expected to attend meetings convened by management, which directly affect the work of his/her department. Opportunities to develop or maintain sub-specialist interests will be supported.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties will include all those duties normally expected of a Radiologist in a similar sized Radiology Department in the United Kingdom. The majority of the appointees time will be spent on clinical duties. In addition, the appointee will be expected to take part in the formal teaching and ongoing audit programmes within the Directorate as well as a full range of management duties commensurate with this role.
The postholder will:
- Demonstrate leadership through positive role modelling and team working.
- Provide Radiology service as a member of the Directorate. This may be across both DVH and QMH depending on Directorate service requirements.
- Assume continuous commitment for the care of patients, even if employed less than full time and ensure, in consultation with colleagues, that adequate arrangements are made for leave and off duty periods.
- Promote high professional standards of clinical care for patients, both through direct patient care and by the maintenance of continuing professional development.
- Work independently and under Consultant supervision as appropriate, and supervise others.
- Take an active role in the management and organisation of the Directorate, including contributing to teaching, research and audit.
For further details/ informal visits contact: Dr Suraj Menon (clinical Director)- suraj.menon1@nhs.net
AAC date : TBC
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties will include all those duties normally expected of a Radiologist in a similar sized Radiology Department in the United Kingdom. The majority of the appointees time will be spent on clinical duties. In addition, the appointee will be expected to take part in the formal teaching and ongoing audit programmes within the Directorate as well as a full range of management duties commensurate with this role.
The postholder will:
- Demonstrate leadership through positive role modelling and team working.
- Provide Radiology service as a member of the Directorate. This may be across both DVH and QMH depending on Directorate service requirements.
- Assume continuous commitment for the care of patients, even if employed less than full time and ensure, in consultation with colleagues, that adequate arrangements are made for leave and off duty periods.
- Promote high professional standards of clinical care for patients, both through direct patient care and by the maintenance of continuing professional development.
- Work independently and under Consultant supervision as appropriate, and supervise others.
- Take an active role in the management and organisation of the Directorate, including contributing to teaching, research and audit.
For further details/ informal visits contact: Dr Suraj Menon (clinical Director)- suraj.menon1@nhs.net
AAC date : TBC
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oGMC Recognised Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent).
- oCST in Radiology (or within 3 months of attainment).
- oFRCR. (UK or Ireland) or equivalent.
Desirable
- Higher Radiology qualification or Post-doctoral Fellowships
Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in Acute and General Radiology (CT, MRI and Ultrasound)
- Completed subspecialty training in Breast Radiology
Desirable
- Fellowship in Radiology
- Able to perform routine image-guided biopsies
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Involvement and understanding of Clinical Governance and Clinical Audit.
Teaching
Essential
- Lecturing and Teaching of Medical Undergraduates, Post-Graduates, Radiographers, Nursing and Other Clinical Staff.
Desirable
Research
Essential
- Knowledge and awareness of research processes and relevance to clinical practice
Desirable
- oExperience of Collaborative Clinical or Laboratory Research.
- oTo have published clinical work in peer-reviewed journals.
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Commitment to Continuing Medical Education.
- oAwareness of current Radiology practices
- oKnowledge of IT-based patient information systems.
- oComputer literate in office applications (word processing, presentation, spreadsheet and database analysis). Ability to use internet applications (Web and e-mail).
Desirable
- Innovation through IT and other technical solutions.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oGMC Recognised Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent).
- oCST in Radiology (or within 3 months of attainment).
- oFRCR. (UK or Ireland) or equivalent.
Desirable
- Higher Radiology qualification or Post-doctoral Fellowships
Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in Acute and General Radiology (CT, MRI and Ultrasound)
- Completed subspecialty training in Breast Radiology
Desirable
- Fellowship in Radiology
- Able to perform routine image-guided biopsies
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Involvement and understanding of Clinical Governance and Clinical Audit.
Teaching
Essential
- Lecturing and Teaching of Medical Undergraduates, Post-Graduates, Radiographers, Nursing and Other Clinical Staff.
Desirable
Research
Essential
- Knowledge and awareness of research processes and relevance to clinical practice
Desirable
- oExperience of Collaborative Clinical or Laboratory Research.
- oTo have published clinical work in peer-reviewed journals.
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Commitment to Continuing Medical Education.
- oAwareness of current Radiology practices
- oKnowledge of IT-based patient information systems.
- oComputer literate in office applications (word processing, presentation, spreadsheet and database analysis). Ability to use internet applications (Web and e-mail).
Desirable
- Innovation through IT and other technical solutions.
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).
