Detailed job description and main responsibilities PRINCIPAL ELEMENTS OF THE POST WILL BE:- To support and develop both GI and vascular intervention with existing colleagues To support provision of elective and emergency imaging services (including IP Hub) with colleagues in Imaging for the benefit of our patients and users Opportunities for development of the existing services and will be supported where they reflect and support the needs of the local population and the development plans of the trust. Development of a sub-speciality interest in both GI and vascular intervention will be encouraged where this meets the needs of our patients The support and supervision of junior medical staff To share the contribution for Aortic multi-disciplinary team meetings and relevant GIGU MDTs To contribute to the training of the Specialist Registrars on the East Midlands Deanery (South) radiology training schemes To supervise and train Radiographer specialists and sonographers To support and participate in audit, research, teaching and administration To take part in the on-call rota within UHL Person specification Commitment to Trust Values Essential criteria Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours Training & Qualifications Essential criteria MB BS or Equivalent Full GMC Registration Fully Accredited for Higher Specialist Training or will be eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date FRCR or equivalent Desirable criteria Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations Higher degree eg MSc, MD or equivalent Subspecialty fellowship European Board of Interventional Radiology Experience Essential criteria Fully trained in general radiology with specialist training in GIGU and vascular intervention High standard of diagnostic skills as relevant to Vascular and GI/GU imaging Trained in acute reporting for ED department IT Skills commensurate with senior medical staff Willingness to develop skills and experience in areas of interest Desirable criteria Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a specialty interest in the field Communication and relationship Essential criteria All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding Evidence of ability to work within teams and contribute to MDT discussions Evidence of ability to communicate clearly, appropriately and empathically with the patients Desirable criteria Leadership skills Understanding of the challenges in providing emergency imaging services Evidence of ability to enhance emergency radiology services and ultrasound at UHL Management Essential criteria Willingness to work as a member of the team and to share administrative responsibilities Able to work in multidisciplinary teams and supervise juniors Knowledge of clinical governance issues Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS Desirable criteria Awareness of Service Development issues Evidence of management and administration experience Management training on an accredited course Motivation Essential criteria Personal integrity and reliability. Willingness to learn new skills. Ability to motivate and develop both medical staff and non-medical staff Desirable criteria Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided Audit Essential criteria Effective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit. Participation in a quality improvement programme Experience of quality improvement work and audit Desirable criteria Undergone training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities Completion of formal courses in Audit and quality improvement. Published Audit including quality improvement. Teaching Essential criteria Experience of, and commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduates Appraisal and assessment skills Enthusiastic and ability to inspire others Desirable criteria Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching Post Graduate qualification in medical education Research Essential criteria Understanding and interest in research Ability to appraise research critically Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects Desirable criteria Evidence of recent research and development activity Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty Equality and Diversity Essential criteria Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs Additional Information Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment; we will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms. Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you. UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria. Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible. UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs. Disclosure and Barring Service Check Please note if you are successful in obtaining this position and the post involves regulated activity you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check. The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three month period commencing on your first month's payment. The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check. COVID 19 Risk Assessment Due to the current Covid pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre-employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre-employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer. The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors. If it is identified that you are within a vulnerable category, we will endeavor to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager. Covid Vaccination Status Covid-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the Covid-19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated. University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. 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