Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Integrated Breast Services at the University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust for 2 fixed term Consultant Radiologist posts at Worthing with cross site working (Chichester).
The role will be a full time 10PA post with the opportunity to cover all aspects of the breast screening and breast imaging services. This includes breast screening reporting, screening assessment clinics, one stop 2WW rule clinics, ultrasound and interventional lists and depending on experience MRI and cross-sectional reporting.
The successful candidate will join a busy Integrated Breast Service, providing breast screening to a population of over 130,000 women, receiving over 8,000 GP referrals and treating around 1000 new breast cancers.
There is a purpose-built stand-alone breast unit at Worthing hospital with modern digital equipment including tomosynthesis and VAB/E.
Digital equipment is also available at St Richard's Hospital in Chichester.
Main duties of the job
The clinical duties of the post will include the following:
o Support breast screening reporting, screening assessment clinics and arbitration sessionso Support one stop symptomatic clinicso Support ultrasound and interventional procedures, including VAB/E and localisation procedureso Report breast MRIs / cross sectional imagingo Support interval cancer and previously assessed cancer reviews
No on-call commitments.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post.
Person Specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential
- Basic medical degree
- Postgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 12 months
- CCT in Clinical Radiology or equivalent
Desirable
- MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
- Membership of other relevant subspecialty organisations
- Membership of the Association of Breast Radiology
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
- Relevant post registration experience
- Breast radiology including experience in breast screening
- Wide experience in clinical radiology and cross sectional imaging
- Skilled in core procedures including ultrasound, interventional procedures, cross sectional imaging
- Understanding of clinical risk management
- An ability to communicate well with patients and staff
Organisation and Planning
Essential
- Able to organise oneself and prioritise clinical need
- Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
- Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential
- Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential
- Understanding of the principles of research
- Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- Research experience
- Publications
- Prizes and honours
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
- Decisiveness/accountability
- Excellent and effective interpersonal skills
- Non-judgemental approach to patients
- Flexibility
- Resilience
- Thoroughness
- Initiative/drive/enthusiasm
- Probity
- Leadership skills
- Evidence of logical thinking/ problem solving/ decision-making
Knowledge
Essential
- Appropriate level of clinical knowledge / up to date
- Knowledge and use of evidence based practice
- Full understanding of IRMER regulations
- Up-to-date knowledge and use of PACS and RIS
Desirable
- IT skills
- Evidence of continuing professional development and research
Behaviours and Values
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviours and attitudes that support the Trust's mission and value
Presentation Skills
Essential
- Effective, confident presentation ability
Additionally
Essential
- Good references from relevant sources
Person Specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential
- Basic medical degree
- Postgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 12 months
- CCT in Clinical Radiology or equivalent
Desirable
- MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
- Membership of other relevant subspecialty organisations
- Membership of the Association of Breast Radiology
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
- Relevant post registration experience
- Breast radiology including experience in breast screening
- Wide experience in clinical radiology and cross sectional imaging
- Skilled in core procedures including ultrasound, interventional procedures, cross sectional imaging
- Understanding of clinical risk management
- An ability to communicate well with patients and staff
Organisation and Planning
Essential
- Able to organise oneself and prioritise clinical need
- Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
- Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential
- Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential
- Understanding of the principles of research
- Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- Research experience
- Publications
- Prizes and honours
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
- Decisiveness/accountability
- Excellent and effective interpersonal skills
- Non-judgemental approach to patients
- Flexibility
- Resilience
- Thoroughness
- Initiative/drive/enthusiasm
- Probity
- Leadership skills
- Evidence of logical thinking/ problem solving/ decision-making
Knowledge
Essential
- Appropriate level of clinical knowledge / up to date
- Knowledge and use of evidence based practice
- Full understanding of IRMER regulations
- Up-to-date knowledge and use of PACS and RIS
Desirable
- IT skills
- Evidence of continuing professional development and research
Behaviours and Values
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviours and attitudes that support the Trust's mission and value
Presentation Skills
Essential
- Effective, confident presentation ability
Additionally
Essential
- Good references from relevant sources
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Worthing / St Richard’s Hospital (but must be prepared to travel to all sites within the Trust)
Worthing / Chichester
BN11 2DH
Employer's website
https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
