Job summary
Applications are invited for a substantive Consultant Radiologist with a specialist interest in Oncological Radiology at the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust.
This is a new post to meet the increase in demand for radiological imaging services, in particular oncological radiology. A second subspecialty interest in GI or GU imaging would be of benefit to the department.
There will be a significant subspecialty imaging requirement but the candidate must possess skills, particularly cross-sectional, applicable to a general department
The post includes participation in the evening and weekend on-call rota. Outsourcing is used for most cross-sectional emergency work performed after 22:00 (Mon-Fri) and 20:00 (Sat-Sun). Home PACS links are available.
The RUH has a fixed-site PET-CT (GE Discovery 710) installed in 2016. Extensive developments to the main Radiology department commenced in October 2017 to further expand the department to provide a 3rd (3T Siemens Skyra) MRI scanner and a 3rd CT scan room for a new 128 multi-detector array, ultra high pitch Siemens Drive Cardiac CT scanner (for which we are a Siemens reference centre in Europe). We have recently completed refurbishment on our two 1.5T MRI scanners with Siemens Avanto Fit upgrades, and a 4th CT scanner extension (a second new Siemens Drive) was completed in July 2021.
Main duties of the job
The appointee will work to help deliver and develop the Oncological Radiology service.
The appointee will help deliver the cancer diagnostic service including reporting 2-week wait and surveillance CT and MRI, performing oncological biopsies and drainages, and preparing and independently presenting at the weekly multidisciplinary team meetings. The department has an on-site PET-CT scanner.
About us
At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC recognised general medical qualification.
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
- FRCR
- Be on the Specialist Register/post-CCT at time of commencement of post
Experience
Essential
- Fully accredited clinical radiologist on GMC specialist register
- Post CCT Fellowship in Oncological imaging
- Extensive current general radiological practice and ability appropriate to a district general hospital environment, including general on-call skills
- Fully motivated in contributing to general and specialised work in the department and in maintaining a high standard of personal development
- Broad experience in oncological radiology including in PET/CT. Able to independently present at GI and GU oncology MDTs.
- Able to independently perform a range of US and CT guided biopsies and drainages.
Desirable
- Second subspecialty interest in GI or GU imaging
- Experience in Whole Body MRI reporting
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills with ability to relate to all members of staff and patients
- Committed to working within a team
- Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing to staff, patients and relatives ensuring that communication is tailored to the person being addressed
- Ability to work under pressure.
Desirable
- Evidence of adaptability, organisation of time and learning.
- Computing Skills
- Commitment to continuing personal development and to the specialty
Teaching
Essential
- Able to support multidisciplinary teaching and subspecialty training
Desirable
- Experience of teaching SpR's
Research and Audit
Essential
- Evidence of delivery of research publications and audit
Desirable
- Interest in developing clinical research and departmental audit and ability to organise post-graduate research
Management and Administration
Essential
- Awareness of audit process, appraisal, principles of Clinical Governance, confidentiality and data protection
Desirable
- Proven track record of audit
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC recognised general medical qualification.
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
- FRCR
- Be on the Specialist Register/post-CCT at time of commencement of post
Experience
Essential
- Fully accredited clinical radiologist on GMC specialist register
- Post CCT Fellowship in Oncological imaging
- Extensive current general radiological practice and ability appropriate to a district general hospital environment, including general on-call skills
- Fully motivated in contributing to general and specialised work in the department and in maintaining a high standard of personal development
- Broad experience in oncological radiology including in PET/CT. Able to independently present at GI and GU oncology MDTs.
- Able to independently perform a range of US and CT guided biopsies and drainages.
Desirable
- Second subspecialty interest in GI or GU imaging
- Experience in Whole Body MRI reporting
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills with ability to relate to all members of staff and patients
- Committed to working within a team
- Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing to staff, patients and relatives ensuring that communication is tailored to the person being addressed
- Ability to work under pressure.
Desirable
- Evidence of adaptability, organisation of time and learning.
- Computing Skills
- Commitment to continuing personal development and to the specialty
Teaching
Essential
- Able to support multidisciplinary teaching and subspecialty training
Desirable
- Experience of teaching SpR's
Research and Audit
Essential
- Evidence of delivery of research publications and audit
Desirable
- Interest in developing clinical research and departmental audit and ability to organise post-graduate research
Management and Administration
Essential
- Awareness of audit process, appraisal, principles of Clinical Governance, confidentiality and data protection
Desirable
- Proven track record of audit
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).
