Job summary
Consultant Radiologist - general radiologist with specialistinterest in Gynaecology Imaging
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and committed radiologist to join our friendly and dynamic team within the Radiology Department at Colchester General Hospital (which is part of East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust).
1. This post is a general radiology consultant post with about 50% of sessions dedicated to subspecialty interest in gynaecology imaging.
Several sessions would be devoted to general radiology including acute inpatient and A+E CT reporting, general and inpatient acute MRI reporting and duty room or "hot seat".
The candidate would be a member of the general radiology on-call (1:15-1:16 depending on numbers of radiologists).
Home reporting is an option with the majority of full time radiologists reporting one session or one day of outpatient reporting from home.
Additional reporting on top of 10PA role, is available with additional sessions, ultrasound lists and pay per scan additional out of hours reporting (subject to conditions).
Main duties of the job
CLINICAL
The post holders' duties will be primarily based at the Colchester General Hospital. The timetable will include 8.5 direct clinical care (DCC) sessions and 1.5 supporting programmed activities (SPA). 1 SPA is usually off-site. The Candidate will be expected to share with colleagues a commitment to the general reporting, Duty radiology, Fluoroscopy, Ultrasound, MRI, and CT depending on interests and experience.
The post-holder will:
Work in conjunction with colleagues to provide a comprehensive imaging service. The timetable is worked flexibly and will be agreed with colleagues.
Provide specialist radiological advice and services to users of the radiology department, including MDT participation
Accept responsibility for compliance with ionising and radiation regulations, along with radiation protection supervisor and the radiation protection officers
Accept personal responsibility for the clinical care of patients referred to him/her. Provide advice and information as required to clinical colleagues and other staff
Share responsibility for the supervision, training, and professional development of radiographic staff including radiology SpRs and other departmental staff as necessary
Attend regular departmental meetings and participate in department governance and development of the service
About us
We are ESNEFT and we provide hospital and community health services to almost one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our dedicated staff deliver care from acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, surgeries, community clinics and in patients' own homes.We are one of the largest NHS organisation in England, employing more than 12,000 staff.
We pride ourselves on supporting our staff. We offer a wide range of training and development opportunities, as well as flexible working options.Along with supporting you to achieve your career goals we offer a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro rata) and access to a range of NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing programme offer a variety of services.
Our philosophy is that Time Matters to everyone. Across the Trust, we concentrate on improving the things we do and removing those which cause time delays for our staff and patients.
We are investing in our commitment to Time Matters with a partnership with leading electronic patient record (EPR) supplier Epic. This digital transformation will bring what's widely regarded as the world's best EPR system to ESNEFT, transforming life in hospital for staff and patients.
If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge, then we want to hear from you.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
RESEARCH, AUDIT AND TEACHING
In conjunction with consultant colleagues the post-holders will organise and supervise the teaching of junior medical staff and students in the department.
Research, audit and teaching are vital for the growth of effective clinical care. The consultant will be expected to support and foster these non-clinical roles in conjunction with the incumbents and to take part in the teaching of medical undergraduates and postgraduates.
General Radiology on-call runs as a 1:15 1:16 on-call. On call work is outsourced overnight from 8:30pm weekdays and 1pm weekends to Everlight. The on call radiologist is onsite 5pm-8:30pm weekdays and 9am-1pm weekends and bank holidays. The radiologist remains on-call overnight from home in case of emergency ultrasound and IT failure to connect to Everlight.
Comply with the Trusts Clinical Governance policy, including clinical risk management, data collection and regular departmental audit projects
Undertake and participate in audit of clinical practice to ensure that current standards and evidence-based practice are applied.
Liaise with other consultant radiologists on the development and implementation of protocols and guidelines for the management of radiological proceduresand the development of clinical audit.
Maintain standards of care for his/her service to the Medical Director, the Chairman and the Board of ESNEFT
Participate in an annual appraisal, identifying individual training and development needs taking into account the Royal College of Radiologists requirements, and meet the requirements for revalidation.
Actively participate in continuing medical education to support own and service developments.
- Participate in the Postgraduate and Undergraduate teaching programmes, and teaching of other healthcare professionals, within the department.
- Participate in teaching of Radiology Sprs we currently have 4 radiology SpR ranging from 1 to 5 years of trainingMaintain an up to date job plan and personal development plan
- Register and participate in the appropriate CPD Scheme.
Job description
Job responsibilities
RESEARCH, AUDIT AND TEACHING
In conjunction with consultant colleagues the post-holders will organise and supervise the teaching of junior medical staff and students in the department.
Research, audit and teaching are vital for the growth of effective clinical care. The consultant will be expected to support and foster these non-clinical roles in conjunction with the incumbents and to take part in the teaching of medical undergraduates and postgraduates.
General Radiology on-call runs as a 1:15 1:16 on-call. On call work is outsourced overnight from 8:30pm weekdays and 1pm weekends to Everlight. The on call radiologist is onsite 5pm-8:30pm weekdays and 9am-1pm weekends and bank holidays. The radiologist remains on-call overnight from home in case of emergency ultrasound and IT failure to connect to Everlight.
Comply with the Trusts Clinical Governance policy, including clinical risk management, data collection and regular departmental audit projects
Undertake and participate in audit of clinical practice to ensure that current standards and evidence-based practice are applied.
Liaise with other consultant radiologists on the development and implementation of protocols and guidelines for the management of radiological proceduresand the development of clinical audit.
Maintain standards of care for his/her service to the Medical Director, the Chairman and the Board of ESNEFT
Participate in an annual appraisal, identifying individual training and development needs taking into account the Royal College of Radiologists requirements, and meet the requirements for revalidation.
Actively participate in continuing medical education to support own and service developments.
- Participate in the Postgraduate and Undergraduate teaching programmes, and teaching of other healthcare professionals, within the department.
- Participate in teaching of Radiology Sprs we currently have 4 radiology SpR ranging from 1 to 5 years of trainingMaintain an up to date job plan and personal development plan
- Register and participate in the appropriate CPD Scheme.
Person Specification
Interview
Essential
- MBBS (or equivalent)
- FRCR (or equivalent)
- Completion of general radiology training or within 6 months of obtaining CCT by interview date
- Appropriate subspecialty training
- Fully registered with GMC with a licence to practice
- Training in all aspects of diagnostic radiology with previous experience in NHS
- Computer Literate Experience with CRIS and OrderComms
- Senior Registrar or year 5 Specialist Registrar (or equivalent) & ready for full Consultant responsibility
Desirable
- Another subspecialty interest/experience to complement the department
Person Specification
Interview
Essential
- MBBS (or equivalent)
- FRCR (or equivalent)
- Completion of general radiology training or within 6 months of obtaining CCT by interview date
- Appropriate subspecialty training
- Fully registered with GMC with a licence to practice
- Training in all aspects of diagnostic radiology with previous experience in NHS
- Computer Literate Experience with CRIS and OrderComms
- Senior Registrar or year 5 Specialist Registrar (or equivalent) & ready for full Consultant responsibility
Desirable
- Another subspecialty interest/experience to complement the department
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).
