Consultant in Radiology (HPB Imaging)

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated substantive Consultant Radiologist specialising in Hepatobiliary Imaging.

This is a 10 programmed activity full time post and is subject to the terms andconditions of the new consultant contract. Any applicants wishing to work part-timeor as a job-share will be considered and family friendly policies are in place.

The Royal Surrey County Hospital is a leading modern general hospital andspecialist tertiary centre for cancer. Our vision for the future is to continue to developboth as a modern hospital and as a first class cancer centre. Our focus is to deliverthe best possible care for our patients, with excellent treatment and outcomes and bethe employer of choice.

You will be joining our friendly supportive team of 22 Consultants, 5 Registrars, 83 radiographers, 24 nursing and assistant staff and 25 administrators.

Our Diagnostic Strategy includes expanding our services and resources of both staff and equipment within this hospital and in the community, which will in turn support career progression of our staff.

There has been substantial investment in radiology and in the last 12 months, our capital projects have included a fantastic MRI suite with the latest patient experience environment and incorporating 2 Philips MRI scanners, a 1.5T and a 3T both with Acquisition Acceleration Technology.

Main duties of the job

In conjunction with other Consultant and Senior colleagues, to provide a service in general radiology, in particular MRI, CT and Ultrasound for cancer and potential cancer
In conjunction with other Consultant and Senior colleagues, to provide image guided procedures including US and CT guided drains, soft tissue biopsies including lymph node and liver biopsies as well as fluorosocpic studies.
To provide radiological reports and investigations as required by the clinical director. This will include general as well as specialist radiology.
To provide cover for Consultant and Senior colleagues in respect of periods of leave, including MDT cover.
In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to take part in medical audit and research as appropriate.
In conjunction with Consultant and Senior colleagues, to ensure that the requirements of clinical governance are met.
To ensure that there are adequate arrangements for hospital staff involved in the care of your patients to be able to contact you when necessary.
To provide radiological cover at other sites, currently including Haslemere, Cranleigh and Milford.
To work in accordance with Ionising Radiations (Medical Equipment) Regulations 2000 observing Radiation Standard Operating Procedures, Trust policies, Departmental Protocols and Local Rules.

About us

Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.

We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.

Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.

Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.

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Date posted

07 June 2024

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£99,532 to £131,964 a year per annum, plus on-call (pro rata for part time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

384-PP-EMF16411

Job locations

Royal Surrey Hospital

Egerton Road

Guildford

GU2 7XX

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are seeking candidates with previous experience in the reporting of hepatopancreatobiliary, oesophagogastric and cancer imaging and image guided procedures as well as the support of oncology and other MDTMs.

Please see attached job description for full details.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for full details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Full registration and a license to practice with the GMC
Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for Clinical Radiology via CCT (or due within 6 months) or CESR
MBBS or equivalent
Completion of FRCR or equivalent

Desirable

Teaching/Education Qualification
Higher Degree

Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge of legislation relating to radiology e.g. IR(ME)R 2000
Understand the principals of Clinical Governance

Experience

Essential

Experience in working within a filmless PACS environment
Experience in Ultrasound scanning
Experience, knowledge and skills of all aspects of General Radiology including plain films, CT, MRI and Ultrasound
Hepatopancreatobiliary / Oncology imaging subspecialist interest
Fluoroscopy and image guided soft tissue and solid organ biopsies and drainage procedures
Able to evaluate own radiological practice

Research

Essential

Experience of research

Desirable

Publication in peer review journals
Participation in committee work, organising meetings, conferences, workshops

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Full registration and a license to practice with the GMC
Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for Clinical Radiology via CCT (or due within 6 months) or CESR
MBBS or equivalent
Completion of FRCR or equivalent

Desirable

Teaching/Education Qualification
Higher Degree

Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge of legislation relating to radiology e.g. IR(ME)R 2000
Understand the principals of Clinical Governance

Experience

Essential

Experience in working within a filmless PACS environment
Experience in Ultrasound scanning
Experience, knowledge and skills of all aspects of General Radiology including plain films, CT, MRI and Ultrasound
Hepatopancreatobiliary / Oncology imaging subspecialist interest
Fluoroscopy and image guided soft tissue and solid organ biopsies and drainage procedures
Able to evaluate own radiological practice

Research

Essential

Experience of research

Desirable

Publication in peer review journals
Participation in committee work, organising meetings, conferences, workshops

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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