Overview
We are delighted to advertise an additional substantive Consultant diagnostic Neuro Radiologist post at North Bristol NHS Trust to support and enhance the existing team of 9 Diagnostic Neuroradiologists. NBT is a tertiary referral centre for Neurosurgery and the regional centre for Neurological services. A range of subspecialty interests could be accommodated. The job plan will include both subspecialty sessions, attendance at relevant MDTs if appropriate as well as a commitment to the provision of daytime emergency work including urgent neuroscience cases. The post holder will also be expected to participate in the Diagnostic Neuro-radiology on call service. This is currently run on a prospective 1 in 10 basis and covers NBT and Bristol Children’s Hospital. Support is provided by Severn school of radiology registrars in both sites along with outsourcing arrangements. The Trust will also provide equipment to enable remote review and reporting of work.
To be eligible to apply for this position, you must be in possession of a CCT or within 6 months of eligibility for CCT, or in possession of CESR. CESR applicants are welcome and must have their CESR in place at the time of interview.
Main duties of the job
The post holder(s) will have a 10 programmed activities (PA) job plan, 8.5 Direct Clinical Care (DCC) and 1.5 Supporting Professional Activities (SPA). There is the potential to work less than full-time, upon discussion. The job plan details and exact timetable will be discussed and agreed between the successful candidate(s) and Clinical Lead to reflect the sub-specialty interest(s), including relevant multi-disciplinary meetings and face-face patient facing lists. In addition, there is also the opportunity for home reporting.
Working for our organisation
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
We commit to treating each patient as an individual with respect and dignity, aiming to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and a first-class experience for everyone who uses our services. North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
Details and Requirements
Qualifications
Essential criteria
* FRCR or equivalent
* Must have CCT in Clinical Radiology and have been entered on the GMC Specialist Register at the time of the appointment
* Specialist registrars that do not hold a CCT must be due to be awarded one within 6 months of the interview date
Desirable criteria
* Higher academic qualification (e.g. MD or MS)
Other
Essential criteria
* Must reside within 30 minutes or ten miles from the principle place of work
* Must hold the appropriate Home Office work / residence status in order to provide work in the UK
Training and Experience
Essential criteria
* Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent)
* Competent in general and specialist diagnostic neuroradiology
* Experience of diagnostic neuroradiology in elective and emergency setting
* Interest in working closely with the subspecialty neuroscience teams
Desirable criteria
* Specific fellowship(s) in areas of subspecialty interest
* Experience at delivering subspecialty MDTs
Further Training, Management, Audit
Essential criteria
* Evidence of recent CME/ reasonable training progression at this stage of career
* Experience in audit project and written up
* Knowledge of contemporary NHS management issues
* Knowledge of political context within which we operate
Desirable criteria
* Completion of a general management course or programme
Research, Teaching, Publications
Essential criteria
* Proven teaching ability
* Willingness to undertake teaching of medical under-graduates & postgraduates
Desirable criteria
* Proven track record in research
* Willingness to undertake further research
* Ability to gain the trust and confidence of colleagues and patients
* Evidence of relevant publications in peer reviewed journals
* Demonstration of involvement in clinical directorate management
Leadership and Teamwork
Essential criteria
* Proven ability to build and maintain effective teams
* Have a positive attitude towards members of the wider healthcare team
* Evidence of good organizational and compassionate leadership skills
* Evidence of positive development and change management
* An understanding of positive leadership in the context of healthcare
Communication Skills
Essential criteria
* Is empathetic and sensitive to the needs of others including patients and colleagues
* An ability to explain complex and sensitive information, sometimes under stressful circumstances to others
* Must be able to influence and persuade effectively
* Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills in order to write and present management reports as required
If you apply for this vacancy and have not received a communication from North Bristol NHS Trust within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.
Please note that North Bristol NHS Trust does not reimburse travel expenses relating to interview attendance.
If you feel you meet the requirements of the Disability Act / Two Ticks scheme and require further support/advice, please contact us on tel 0117 414 1151.
North Bristol NHS Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments.
At North Bristol Trust (NBT), we know diverse and inclusive environments lead to happier and healthier teams and improved patient care and outcomes. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT’s workforce at Band 8a and above. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQIA+ people.
Please note that stringent pre-employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post.
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