Consultant Radiologist
Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital
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Job summary
Are you a passionate, innovative, and enthusiastic Radiologist striving for a fulfilling career and flexible work life balance?
We are looking for a radiologist with experience/interest in cardiovascular and thoracic imaging to be part of our innovative and dedicated team. The successful applicant will have the opportunity for in-house training and work with our team of eleven experienced cardiothoracic radiologists and seven imaging cardiologists.
Our department provides the best technology for cardiothoracic imaging, with two MRI scanners, including a wide bore, 1.5T cardiac optimized Siemens Sola MR scanner and a 3T VIDA Siemens and two dual energy CT scanners, (Siemens FORCE scanners) and it is fully integrated with PACS.
The post holder will be based at the LHCH. The total sessional commitment would be 10 12 PAs for a full-time appointee, but applicants who wish to work less than full time are also welcomed to apply.
Applicants must hold a certificate of completion of specialist training in radiology (CCST), or equivalent international specialist radiology training certificate and GMC registration.
Applications should be made via NHS Jobs; please could all applicants attach a copy of their CV to the application form.
Interview date to be confirmed.
Main duties of the job
This role is a full time (10 12 PA) post in Cardiothoracic Imaging, preferably with a specialist interest in cardiovascular imaging at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital.
There is a dedicated cross-sectional Consultant on call rota for LHCH and the current rota is 1 in 10. There is a region wide Hub of SpR cover for the on call Consultants provide support for the on-call SpRs, for LHCH cases only. A remote radiology link connects to the PACS for the on-call cover for LHCH. The successful candidate will have full secretarial support, a home reporting kit and office accommodation in line with other consultants in the unit.
There is a significant commitment to research and audit and a training commitment to the SpRs. The trust supports the annual appraisal process and routine GMC revalidation for all consultants and all consultants undergo an annual job plan. The appointee will be expected to work flexibly based on the needs of the Clinical Services Division and the Trust. The workload will be driven by the job planning process and be reviewed and changed appropriate to the requirements of the Trust by the Radiology Clinical Lead with the Divisional Head of Operations with ratification by the Medical Director. It should be noted that full mentorship will be provided to the successful candidate. The Trust supports the requirements for continuing professional development (CPD) as laid down by the GMC and surgical colleges.
About us
As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision 'to be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'.
We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine both in the hospital and out in the community.
We serve a catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics.
Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering the best care for our patients and high quality clinical services. This is underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and our encouragement of flexible working in a variety of forms.
Please visit our website - https://www.lhch.nhs.uk/
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Date posted
27 April 2023
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£88,364 to £119,133 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
C9410-23-0030
Job locations
Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital
Thomas Drive
Liverpool
Merseyside
L14 3PE
Employer details
Employer name
Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital
Address
Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital
Thomas Drive
Liverpool
Merseyside
L14 3PE
Employer's website
For questions about the job, contact:
Marousa Ntouskou
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