Job summary
A fixed term contract post is available for a Post-CCT MSK fellow in MSK and Trauma Imaging in the Department of Radiology at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
The applicant should possess FRCR or equivalent and be able to start in August 2025. This post is for a fixed term duration of one year until August 2026.
The goals and objectives of the fellowship are to gain subspecialty experience in Musculoskeletal and Trauma imaging at a tertiary orthopaedic and major trauma centre. Alongside clinical exposure, this post strongly encourages research, quality improvement and teaching involvement.
The imaging department is based across three sites in West London (Hammersmith Hospital, Charing Cross Hospital and St. Mary's Hospital) and offers comprehensive experience in musculoskeletal and major trauma imaging.
Main duties of the job
(a) The purpose of this post is to provide broad training in Musculoskeletal & Trauma radiology. The fellow will be expected to:
i) Work with the consultants and specialist registrars (SpRs) to fulfil the clinical obligations of the department.
ii) Participate in research projects.
iii) Quality improvement and audit activity.
iv) Participate in formal and informal teaching to SpRs, medical students and ancillary medical personnel.
(b) Clinical Commitment: The fellow will initially be under the direct supervision of a consultant but will have a more autonomous role as they gain experience. A general radiology commitment is also expected.
(c) On Call: Participation in the fellow on-call rota.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, and season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applications are invited for a fixed term Post-CCT MSK and Trauma radiology fellow. The fellow will work closely alongside an established team of consultant MSK and Trauma radiologists.
The successful candidate will have completed formal training in radiology, and previous experience in MSK and trauma imaging is welcomed. Fellows will gain comprehensive exposure to diagnostic plain film, US, CT and MRI, and will also obtain experience in a broad range of MSK procedures including spinal intervention. The fellow will be also expected to contribute to major trauma meetings and the general work of the department which includes participation in the fellow on-call rota.
An interest in training and research is strongly encouraged, and fellows are invited to organise and participate in regular teaching activities for other trainees in the department.
Applicants must hold FRCR or equivalent. Please apply online for this post. Only online applications will be considered.
If you have any queries regarding the application form please contact Dr Chris Lord, MSK training lead (Christopher.lord@nhs.net).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applications are invited for a fixed term Post-CCT MSK and Trauma radiology fellow. The fellow will work closely alongside an established team of consultant MSK and Trauma radiologists.
The successful candidate will have completed formal training in radiology, and previous experience in MSK and trauma imaging is welcomed. Fellows will gain comprehensive exposure to diagnostic plain film, US, CT and MRI, and will also obtain experience in a broad range of MSK procedures including spinal intervention. The fellow will be also expected to contribute to major trauma meetings and the general work of the department which includes participation in the fellow on-call rota.
An interest in training and research is strongly encouraged, and fellows are invited to organise and participate in regular teaching activities for other trainees in the department.
Applicants must hold FRCR or equivalent. Please apply online for this post. Only online applications will be considered.
If you have any queries regarding the application form please contact Dr Chris Lord, MSK training lead (Christopher.lord@nhs.net).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- On GMC register/ licensed Medical Practitioner
- FRCR or equivalent
Desirable
- Post graduate degrees (BSc, MD, PhD etc)
Relevant experience in specialty/Sub specialty
Essential
- Experience in wide range of imaging modalities and specialties
- Pre-CCT Subspecialty training in MSK imaging
Desirable
- Experience of working in a level 1 trauma centre
Clinical skills
Essential
- General radiology: independent reporting of on call work, CT and Ultrasound and emergency MRI
Desirable
- Experience of reporting MSK CT/MRI and performing MSK US/CT interventions
Audit
Essential
- Experience of participating in clinical audits
Desirable
- Experience of clinical audit
Academic achievements including research/publications
Desirable
- Publications in peer reviewed journals. Presentations at national or international meetings.
Language
Essential
Physical requirements
Essential
- Physically capable of working as general radiologist
- Occupational health clearance for the role specified
Communication Skills
Essential
- Fluent English speaker. Experience of PACS/VR reporting
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- On GMC register/ licensed Medical Practitioner
- FRCR or equivalent
Desirable
- Post graduate degrees (BSc, MD, PhD etc)
Relevant experience in specialty/Sub specialty
Essential
- Experience in wide range of imaging modalities and specialties
- Pre-CCT Subspecialty training in MSK imaging
Desirable
- Experience of working in a level 1 trauma centre
Clinical skills
Essential
- General radiology: independent reporting of on call work, CT and Ultrasound and emergency MRI
Desirable
- Experience of reporting MSK CT/MRI and performing MSK US/CT interventions
Audit
Essential
- Experience of participating in clinical audits
Desirable
- Experience of clinical audit
Academic achievements including research/publications
Desirable
- Publications in peer reviewed journals. Presentations at national or international meetings.
Language
Essential
Physical requirements
Essential
- Physically capable of working as general radiologist
- Occupational health clearance for the role specified
Communication Skills
Essential
- Fluent English speaker. Experience of PACS/VR reporting
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).
