Job summary
Come and join Our Growing, Dynamic Radiology Department
We are seeking Consultant Radiologists specialising in Oncology and Breast Imaging to join our expanding team at Worthing Hospital.
The role requires a thorough grounding in clinical radiology including ultrasound and cross sectional skills. The post holder will be required to perform specialist head and neck scanning and biopsies / FNA's, also participate in MDM's.
An interest in paediatric imaging would be desireable as we enhance our children's and young people's imaging pathways.
Main duties of the job
The clinical duties of the post include the following:
- General elective and acute (hot) reporting
- Subspecialty skills including FNA's / biopsies
- MDM
- Sub-speciality reporting
- Participation in on-call service
- Supervision of radiology trainees
Teaching and training are an integral part with rotating radiology trainees and speciality training.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, 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 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Why Join Us?
Clinical Excellence Broad, varied casemix including trauma, complex oncology, paediatric pathways. Active participants in regional imaging network.Innovation AI triage / decision support pilots, structured reporting templates, dose optimisation, protocol harmonisation.Leadership & Development Opportunities for governance leads (paediatric imaging, dose/IRMER, quality improvement, audit),education supervision, teaching, and management.Research & Academic Links Support for NIHR portfolio studies, grant applications, imaging trials, and honorary academic titles where appropriate.Wellbeing & Culture Inclusive, collegiate team; regular consultant forums; protected SPA time; wellbeing initiatives; staff networks promoting diversity & inclusion.Location & Lifestyle Attractive mix of urban, suburban and rural living within easy reach of transport links; excellent schools and cultural amenities.
Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Why Join Us?
Clinical Excellence Broad, varied casemix including trauma, complex oncology, paediatric pathways. Active participants in regional imaging network.Innovation AI triage / decision support pilots, structured reporting templates, dose optimisation, protocol harmonisation.Leadership & Development Opportunities for governance leads (paediatric imaging, dose/IRMER, quality improvement, audit),education supervision, teaching, and management.Research & Academic Links Support for NIHR portfolio studies, grant applications, imaging trials, and honorary academic titles where appropriate.Wellbeing & Culture Inclusive, collegiate team; regular consultant forums; protected SPA time; wellbeing initiatives; staff networks promoting diversity & inclusion.Location & Lifestyle Attractive mix of urban, suburban and rural living within easy reach of transport links; excellent schools and cultural amenities.
Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post.
Person Specification
Experience and Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Medical Degree
- FRCR or appropriate specialist qualification
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- CCT in Radiology or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
Desirable
- Higher Degree
- Distinctions, scholarships, prizes, other degress e.g. BSc, MSc, MS
Clinical Skills & Experience
Essential
- Broad experience of general acute diagnostic imaging (including trauma CT) and general outpatient imaging
- Good cross-sectional skills in body and emergency imaging
- Experience of breast US and US guided breast procedures.
- Experience of diagnostic Head and neck US.
- Experience in US guided neck FNA and biopsies
- Experience of supporting MDMs
- Understanding of clinical risk management
Knowledge
Desirable
- Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation & Planning
Essential
- 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 e.g. PGcert Med Ed
Academic & Research
Essential
- Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- Research experience
- Publications
- Prize and honours
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Evidence of Good communication skills both oral and written
Career Progression
Essential
- Appropriate progression of career to date
Person Specification
Experience and Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Medical Degree
- FRCR or appropriate specialist qualification
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- CCT in Radiology or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
Desirable
- Higher Degree
- Distinctions, scholarships, prizes, other degress e.g. BSc, MSc, MS
Clinical Skills & Experience
Essential
- Broad experience of general acute diagnostic imaging (including trauma CT) and general outpatient imaging
- Good cross-sectional skills in body and emergency imaging
- Experience of breast US and US guided breast procedures.
- Experience of diagnostic Head and neck US.
- Experience in US guided neck FNA and biopsies
- Experience of supporting MDMs
- Understanding of clinical risk management
Knowledge
Desirable
- Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation & Planning
Essential
- 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 e.g. PGcert Med Ed
Academic & Research
Essential
- Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- Research experience
- Publications
- Prize and honours
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Evidence of Good communication skills both oral and written
Career Progression
Essential
- Appropriate progression of career to date
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).
