Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Radiologist to join our growing team at Bedford Hospital, which merged with Luton & Dunstable Hospital in April 2020 to form the Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
This post is to support the growing workload and service development. The role is based at Bedford Hospital, with potentially one day a week at Luton.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a Consultant with experience in all aspects of General Radiology, with interest in Musculoskeletal Imaging. They will support the rapidly increasing demand for MSK imaging, working with the Orthopaedics department but also supporting the Rheumatology and Plastics and Reconstruction services. A second subspecialty interest can also be supported and encouraged within the department.
There may be a requirement of some cross-site sessions to cover Luton and Dunstable Hospital in future, which could be done remotely through the unified PACS, or in person.
The role is centred on maintaining the highest clinical standards in managing all patients presenting to the hospital, with a particular emphasis on delivering a high-quality imaging service focused on Musculoskeletal imaging. Collaboration with colleagues in the Imaging Department is essential to manage all patient referrals to the Trust, while also contributing to the department's general radiology work, including a 1 in 12 on-call rota. The candidate will provide crucial support to radiographers and sonographers and will be actively involved in the teaching and training of specialist registrars, junior medical staff, nursing staff, and medical students. Participation in both departmental and Trust-wide Clinical Governance and audit activities is required, along with a strong commitment to continuing professional development .
About us
Our Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Travel between hospital sites may be required.
We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Please note that all shortlisted candidates will be required to attend a virtualpre-interview assessment process.
Closing date: 15.09.2024
Assessment date: 02.10.2024 TBC
Interview date: 11.10.2024
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Please note that all shortlisted candidates will be required to attend a virtualpre-interview assessment process.
Closing date: 15.09.2024
Assessment date: 02.10.2024 TBC
Interview date: 11.10.2024
Person Specification
GMC Registration
Essential
- Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice
- Entry on GMC Specialist Register in General Radiology via CCT (or within 6 months from date of interview) or CESR (must be on Specialist Register by date of interview)
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree: MB BS, MBChB or equivalent
- FRCR or equivalent
Desirable
- Postgraduate Degree e.g., MD or equivalent
Clinical Effectiveness
Essential
- Participation in relevant local audits
- Experience of guideline appraisal
Desirable
- Participation in relevant national research and audits
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Excellent all round experience of DGH work
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in General Radiology
- Subspecialty training in MSK Radiology and expertise in full range of MSK imaging, including MSK USS and necessary imaging to support Rheumatology and Plastic surgery
- Able to take full and independent responsibility for clinical work and delivering service without direct supervision.
Desirable
- Experience and interest in a second Imaging subspecialty Expertise in other specialised area
- Interventional MSK procedures
Teaching
Essential
- Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical students
Desirable
- Has attended Teaching the Teachers or similar course
Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to co-operate in a democratic team environment
- Flexible attitude, team player with good management skills
- Leadership Skills
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance
Personal Circumstances
Essential
- Residence within 10 miles by road or up to thirty minutes travelling time of the hospital for purposes of on-call emergencies
- Fit to undertake the role with satisfactory Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory DBS clearance
Person Specification
GMC Registration
Essential
- Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice
- Entry on GMC Specialist Register in General Radiology via CCT (or within 6 months from date of interview) or CESR (must be on Specialist Register by date of interview)
Qualifications
Essential
- Medical Degree: MB BS, MBChB or equivalent
- FRCR or equivalent
Desirable
- Postgraduate Degree e.g., MD or equivalent
Clinical Effectiveness
Essential
- Participation in relevant local audits
- Experience of guideline appraisal
Desirable
- Participation in relevant national research and audits
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Excellent all round experience of DGH work
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in General Radiology
- Subspecialty training in MSK Radiology and expertise in full range of MSK imaging, including MSK USS and necessary imaging to support Rheumatology and Plastic surgery
- Able to take full and independent responsibility for clinical work and delivering service without direct supervision.
Desirable
- Experience and interest in a second Imaging subspecialty Expertise in other specialised area
- Interventional MSK procedures
Teaching
Essential
- Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical students
Desirable
- Has attended Teaching the Teachers or similar course
Personal Skills
Essential
- Ability to co-operate in a democratic team environment
- Flexible attitude, team player with good management skills
- Leadership Skills
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance
Personal Circumstances
Essential
- Residence within 10 miles by road or up to thirty minutes travelling time of the hospital for purposes of on-call emergencies
- Fit to undertake the role with satisfactory Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory DBS clearance
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).
