Job summary
The Kent Interventional Radiology Centre, a purpose-built unit at the Kent and Canterbury site, fitted with the latest Siemens Artis Pheno angiography system with robotic assistance, full anaesthetic facilities and a dedicated 6-bedded Day Case Unit opened in May 2022. The unit supports the regional reconfiguration of Vascular services.It runs alongside a hybrid Endovascular Theatre which has been fully refurbished and updated with a Siemens Artis system. The Trust plans to open a third imaging suite, fitted with a Siemens Icono unit, by June 2024 in order to support the delivery of the regional Stroke Thrombectomy service.
The Radiology department is a large and successful department with 5 CT scanners and 5 MRI scanners with mobile MRI and CT increasing capacity further. The Trust has recently introduced two SPECT/CT units in Nuclear Medicine.
Main duties of the job
This post is for an Interventional Radiologist with specialised training in Stroke Thrombectomy. The successful candidate should be able to independently perform mechanical thrombectomy for large vesselocclusion in acute stroke patients. The candidate should also be trained in Vascular and Non-Vascular Radiology, including EVAR and peripheral intervention. There is a thriving practice in non-oncological embolotherapy including uterine artery embolization, prostate artery embolization, varicocele embolization and treatment of pelvic congestion. The Kent and Canterbury Hospital is the hub for Kent wide Vascular inpatient services and brings many opportunities to develop special clinical and research interests
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 700,000. We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway.
We're on an exciting journey of transformation. With a new Medical School at the centre of our community, a focus on research, clinical leadership and making our trust a rewarding and friendly place to work, there's never been a better time to join us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of anydeclared disability.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of anydeclared disability.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Medical degree
- Speciality qualification in Clinical Diagnostic Radiology
- Training and experience in Interventional Radiology with ability to perform a wide range of interventions including EVAR and targeted embolisation
- General and Vascular CT and MRI reporting
- Ability to take full and independent clinical responsibility
Skills and experience
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- CCST Specialist registration or will obtain within 6 months of interview date
- Minimum of English Level 2 (GCSE grade C or equivalent), ILETS or graduate of a UK Medical School
Desirable
- Specialty specific qualifications
Clinical governance
Essential
- Consistently safe
- Vigilant about safety
- Reassuringly professional
- Listen and clearly communicate
Personal/professional attributes
Essential
- Welcoming and polite
- Attentive and helpful
- Respect others' time
- Speak up on behalf of those who can't
- Respect people and their dignity
- Work as a team
- Take responsibility
- Be a leader
- Delivers the best outcomes
- Appreciate good work
- Always improving ourselves/services
Other requirements
Essential
- Most roles require an oncall commitment and travel across sites. Candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to travel effectively between sites
- Upholds and models the Trust values
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Medical degree
- Speciality qualification in Clinical Diagnostic Radiology
- Training and experience in Interventional Radiology with ability to perform a wide range of interventions including EVAR and targeted embolisation
- General and Vascular CT and MRI reporting
- Ability to take full and independent clinical responsibility
Skills and experience
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- CCST Specialist registration or will obtain within 6 months of interview date
- Minimum of English Level 2 (GCSE grade C or equivalent), ILETS or graduate of a UK Medical School
Desirable
- Specialty specific qualifications
Clinical governance
Essential
- Consistently safe
- Vigilant about safety
- Reassuringly professional
- Listen and clearly communicate
Personal/professional attributes
Essential
- Welcoming and polite
- Attentive and helpful
- Respect others' time
- Speak up on behalf of those who can't
- Respect people and their dignity
- Work as a team
- Take responsibility
- Be a leader
- Delivers the best outcomes
- Appreciate good work
- Always improving ourselves/services
Other requirements
Essential
- Most roles require an oncall commitment and travel across sites. Candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to travel effectively between sites
- Upholds and models the Trust values
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).
