Job summary
We
are inviting applications to fill our MSK Radiology clinical fellowship (STR
Level) vacancies at The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in Department of
Clinical Radiology
3
post are available and will commence in August 2025 and end in August 2026.
These are fixed term contracts for one year.
Main duties of the job
The
successful applicants will provide a high-quality musculoskeletal radiology
service, working closely with the consultant radiologists in this
speciality. They will develop a
specialist interest in aspects of musculoskeletal radiology. They will be
expected to participate in the Radiology SpR teaching programme. In addition,
they will participate in departmental clinical research and audit.
In
addition, they will be expected to undertake a evening general acute CT list
(5-9pm) (alternate week) and this will be incorporated into the fellowship
timetable. They will assist in the training of junior medical staff
(radiological and other clinicians).
About us
There
are departments of clinical radiology at each of the 6 sites that make up Leeds
Teaching Hospitals.
In
2019 the Trusts radiology departments recorded 527,184 attendances and 733,188
examinations. A comprehensive range of
diagnostic and interventional procedures are provided to the population of
Leeds. In addition, significant numbers
of referrals from the areas of the region and beyond are received for
specialist procedures.
Musculoskeletal
radiology services are based at Leeds General Infirmary (acute orthopaedics,
trauma, spinal and plastic surgery) and at Chapel Allerton Hospital (elective
orthopaedic surgery and rheumatology). The team provides imaging services
across the field of diagnostic and interventional musculoskeletal radiology,
including the MSK ultrasound, MRI, arthrography and a wide range of
interventional procedures.
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process
of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As
such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right
to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do
experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please
bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if
you have any questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
Radiology Directorate across the Trust has 70 + Consultant Radiologists and
approximately 50 specialist registrars.
Within Musculoskeletal Radiology there are 9 Consultant Radiologists
(Drs J Rankine, P Robinson,
H
Gupta, D Barron, E Rowbotham, R Fawcett, B Pass, J Baren and M Ooi). They are
based on the Chapel Allerton and Leeds General Infirmary sites but provide MSK
imaging services across the trust. Dr Philip Robinson currently acts as the
speciality lead for the sub-speciality. Three fellows assist the service along
with specialist registrars on attachment to the subspecialty.
Participation
in departmental research is encouraged and the post holder will be required to
contribute to the departmental journal club and educational meetings. The
fellows are expected to participate in the teaching and supervision of
specialist registrars, sonographers and radiographic staff.
Our
values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as
a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff
and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are patient-centred,
collaborative, fair
accountable
and empowered.The beliefs and attitudes that underpin effective performance within
the job role. For example: quality
focus, mistakes are used as a continual learning experience, honesty, integrity
etc.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
Radiology Directorate across the Trust has 70 + Consultant Radiologists and
approximately 50 specialist registrars.
Within Musculoskeletal Radiology there are 9 Consultant Radiologists
(Drs J Rankine, P Robinson,
H
Gupta, D Barron, E Rowbotham, R Fawcett, B Pass, J Baren and M Ooi). They are
based on the Chapel Allerton and Leeds General Infirmary sites but provide MSK
imaging services across the trust. Dr Philip Robinson currently acts as the
speciality lead for the sub-speciality. Three fellows assist the service along
with specialist registrars on attachment to the subspecialty.
Participation
in departmental research is encouraged and the post holder will be required to
contribute to the departmental journal club and educational meetings. The
fellows are expected to participate in the teaching and supervision of
specialist registrars, sonographers and radiographic staff.
Our
values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as
a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff
and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are patient-centred,
collaborative, fair
accountable
and empowered.The beliefs and attitudes that underpin effective performance within
the job role. For example: quality
focus, mistakes are used as a continual learning experience, honesty, integrity
etc.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
- FRCR (Parts 1 and 2) or equivalent evidence of radiology training with at least 4.5 years in a UK recognised Radiology Training Scheme.
- The candidate should have or be within 6 months of obtaining their CCT in Clinical Radiology.
Desirable
- MRCP, MRCS, or other postgraduate degree
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Be eligible for full registration with, and hold a current licence to practise from, the GMC at intended start date.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent (as required to complete Foundation competences) by intended start date.
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs.
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written & spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients & colleagues demonstrated by one of the followiing
- Applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English or:
- Achieved the minimum score of 7 across all 4 of the following categories in the academic International English Language Testing System
- (IELTS) in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing. (An overall minimum score of 7.5)
- Or, achieved the minimum Grade B across all 4 of the following categories in the Occupational English Test (OET) in medicine in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application
- Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing. (You must provide your candidate number)
- If applicants believe they have adequate communication skills, but do not have evidence in one of the above forms, they must provide alternative supporting evidence of language skills.
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems. Ability to prioritise clinical need and to maximise safety and minimise risk
- Recognition of, and ability to undertake the in initial management of, an acutely ill patient.
- Ability to provide complete details of employment history Evidence that career progression is consistent with personal circumstances.
- Evidence that present achievement andperformance is commensurate with totality of their period of training.
- At least 4.5 years experience in Radiology by the time of intended start date.
- Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation. Able to build rapport, listen, persuade & negotiate.
- Capacity to take in others perspectives and treat others with understanding; sees patients as people and demonstrates respect for all.
- Able to work in multi-professional teams & supervise junior medical staff. Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organise and motivate other team members for the benefit of patients.
- Capacity to work effectively with others and to manage/prioritise time and information effectively.
- Evidence of thoroughness (is well prepared, shows self-discipline/ commitment, is punctual and meets deadlines.
Desirable
- Aptitude for practical skills, e.g., manual dexterity and successful completion of relevant skills course(s).
- Experience/training in medical research Research Degree or Diploma.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in General and Musculoskeletal Radiology with a demonstrable and verifiable interest in MSK radiology. Such interest may be shown for instance through audit and research projects
- in MSK radiology, attendance at MSK radiology courses.
- Documented competence in delivering and reporting a general acute CT service out-of-hours.
- Experience after full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of foundation competences, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice; including
- Make the care or your patient your first concern and provide a good standard of practice and care.Take prompt action if you think that patient safety, dignity or comfort is being compromised .
- Protect and promote the health of patients and of the public andtreat patients as individuals and respect their dignity.
- Work in partnership with patients and colleagues in the ways that best serve patients interests.
- Be honest and open and act with integrity never discriminate unfairly against patients or colleagues. Never abuse your patients trust in you or the publics trust in the profession.
- Evidence of achievement of CCT competencies in Radiology (as defined by the curricula relating to Radiology RCR Training).
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Demonstrates probity (displays honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality). Capacity to take responsibility for own actions
- Shows initiative/drive/enthusiasm (self-starter, motivated, shows curiosity, initiative) and demonstrable interest in, and understanding of, the specialty.
- Commitment to personal and professional development.
- Evidence of attendance at organised teaching and training programme(s) an evidence of self-reflective practice.
- Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
- FRCR (Parts 1 and 2) or equivalent evidence of radiology training with at least 4.5 years in a UK recognised Radiology Training Scheme.
- The candidate should have or be within 6 months of obtaining their CCT in Clinical Radiology.
Desirable
- MRCP, MRCS, or other postgraduate degree
Eligibility, Fitness to practice, and Language Skills
Essential
- Be eligible for full registration with, and hold a current licence to practise from, the GMC at intended start date.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent (as required to complete Foundation competences) by intended start date.
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs.
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written & spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients & colleagues demonstrated by one of the followiing
- Applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English or:
- Achieved the minimum score of 7 across all 4 of the following categories in the academic International English Language Testing System
- (IELTS) in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing. (An overall minimum score of 7.5)
- Or, achieved the minimum Grade B across all 4 of the following categories in the Occupational English Test (OET) in medicine in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application
- Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing. (You must provide your candidate number)
- If applicants believe they have adequate communication skills, but do not have evidence in one of the above forms, they must provide alternative supporting evidence of language skills.
Clinical, Academic, and Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems. Ability to prioritise clinical need and to maximise safety and minimise risk
- Recognition of, and ability to undertake the in initial management of, an acutely ill patient.
- Ability to provide complete details of employment history Evidence that career progression is consistent with personal circumstances.
- Evidence that present achievement andperformance is commensurate with totality of their period of training.
- At least 4.5 years experience in Radiology by the time of intended start date.
- Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation. Able to build rapport, listen, persuade & negotiate.
- Capacity to take in others perspectives and treat others with understanding; sees patients as people and demonstrates respect for all.
- Able to work in multi-professional teams & supervise junior medical staff. Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organise and motivate other team members for the benefit of patients.
- Capacity to work effectively with others and to manage/prioritise time and information effectively.
- Evidence of thoroughness (is well prepared, shows self-discipline/ commitment, is punctual and meets deadlines.
Desirable
- Aptitude for practical skills, e.g., manual dexterity and successful completion of relevant skills course(s).
- Experience/training in medical research Research Degree or Diploma.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in General and Musculoskeletal Radiology with a demonstrable and verifiable interest in MSK radiology. Such interest may be shown for instance through audit and research projects
- in MSK radiology, attendance at MSK radiology courses.
- Documented competence in delivering and reporting a general acute CT service out-of-hours.
- Experience after full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of foundation competences, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice; including
- Make the care or your patient your first concern and provide a good standard of practice and care.Take prompt action if you think that patient safety, dignity or comfort is being compromised .
- Protect and promote the health of patients and of the public andtreat patients as individuals and respect their dignity.
- Work in partnership with patients and colleagues in the ways that best serve patients interests.
- Be honest and open and act with integrity never discriminate unfairly against patients or colleagues. Never abuse your patients trust in you or the publics trust in the profession.
- Evidence of achievement of CCT competencies in Radiology (as defined by the curricula relating to Radiology RCR Training).
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Demonstrates probity (displays honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality). Capacity to take responsibility for own actions
- Shows initiative/drive/enthusiasm (self-starter, motivated, shows curiosity, initiative) and demonstrable interest in, and understanding of, the specialty.
- Commitment to personal and professional development.
- Evidence of attendance at organised teaching and training programme(s) an evidence of self-reflective practice.
- Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice).
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).
