Main area Consultant Radiologist with an interest in Diagnostic Neuroradiology Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 40 hours per week (40) Job ref 358-6073740-CON
Employer University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site Leicester Royal Infirmary Town Leicester Salary £93,666 - £126,281 £93666 - £126,281 Salary period Yearly Closing 15/05/2024 08:00
Consultant Radiologist with an interest in diagnostic Neuroradiology
NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant
We are actively promoting flexible working options, helping you to manage a work / life balance
Job overview
Consultant Radiologist with interest Neuroradiology
This is a new post within the Imaging Service, Clinical Support and Imaging (CSI), Clinical Management Group, at UHL. The applicant will have undergone subspecialty training in neuroradiology.
The post holder will join a team of 12 Diagnostic Neuroradiology and Head & Neck Radiologists and will work closely with the General Radiologists particularly in Emergency Radiology (ER). The post holder will take part in the provision of specialist neuroradiology, emergency neuroradiology imaging, participate in the multidisciplinary provision of neuro-oncology services and participate in clinical-radiological meetings.
The neuroradiology group is based at Leicester Royal Infirmary although a base site at Leicester General Hospital or the Glenfield Hospital would be considered. Home working is available to all radiology consultants at UHL and a proportion of DCC/SPA can be delivered off site by negotiation.
The post holder will join a team of 12 neuro- and head and neck radiologists to support the continuing development of imaging within UHL as a whole. The post holder will join the existing on call rota (currently 1 in 9) delivering acute neuro imaging to UHL.
Main duties of the job
Please see the "Main Duties and Responsibilities" section of the Job Description for details of and illustrative Job Plan
* To undertake programmed activities in diagnostic neuroradiology; opportunities to develop the existing service exist and will be supported where they reflect and support the needs of the local population and the development plans of the trust
* Liaise with and participate in specialist meetings with stroke and neurology services
* To join the neuroradiology on-call rota within UHL and assist in the provision of weekend neuro-imaging support for the Imaging and Medical Physics CBU
* Provision of neuro-oncology imaging and associated MDT
* To support the provision of imaging in stroke, pituitary, spine, ophthalmology and head & neck specialties
* To support emergency imaging across UHL including mechanical thrombectomy (and prompt transfer of patients to our hub centre - QMC, Nottingham)
* Supervise junior medical staff
* To contribute to the training of the Specialist Registrars on the East Midland Deanery (South) radiology training scheme. There are opportunities for wider regional teaching
* To supervise, train and/or support reporting radiographers, sonographers and non-medical staff in their present and anticipated roles
* To support and participate in audit, REALM, research, teaching and administration
Working for our organisation
Our new strategy, Leading in healthcare, trusted in communities was developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners and is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
* high-quality care for all,
* being a great place to work,
* partnerships for impact, and
* research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
* we are compassionate,
* we are proud,
* we are inclusive, and
* we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
• The overriding purpose of this role is to support the provision of the highest quality patient care and to contribute to continuous service improvement.
• To cover for colleagues annual leave and other authorised absences
• To participate in service development and business planning in collaboration with the other Consultants in the department, the CMG and local GPs and commissioners within the local CCGs
• Responsibility for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contributing to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity, locally and nationally
• Participating in medical audit, the Trust’s Clinical Governance processes and in CPD – CPD time is provided in job plans and attendance at audit and other governance meetings is mandatory
• To work in line with GMC Good Medical Practice
• To respond in a timely fashion to legitimate requests from Trust officers – this might include investigations of incidents or complaints.
• To participate in teaching and training of junior staff and other clinical staff groups
• The post-holder will be expected to undertake the Trust Corporate and Directorate specific
Induction and competency Programmes appropriate to role.
• To maintain their continuing professional development (CPD) to be able to successfully revalidate. As per the Trust requirement the successful candidate will be required to have an annual appraisal and attend / keep fully up to date with statutory and mandatory training as stipulated.
Person specification
Commitment to Trust Values
* Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust’s Values and Behaviours
Training & Qualifications
* 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
* Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations
Experience
* Fully trained in Neuro radiology
* Clinical Knowledge and Expertise: Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems; demonstrates clear, logical thinking/analytical approach; understands evidence based practice
* Ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems
* Demonstrates clear, logical thinking / analytical approach.
* Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a specialty interest in the field
Communication and relationship
* All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
* Capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding
* Evidence of ability to communicate with clinicians in acute services
* Evidence of ability to work within teams and contribute to liaison discussions
* Evidence of ability to communicate clearly and appropriately with patients
* Understanding of the challenges in providing emergency imaging services
* Evidence of ability to enhance emergency radiology services and ultrasound at UHL
Planning and organisation
* 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
* Awareness of Service Development issues
* Evidence of management and administration experience
* Management training on an accredited course
* Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS
Motivation
* Personal integrity and reliability. Willingness to learn new skills.
* Ability to motivate and develop both medical staff and non-medical staff
* Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided
Audit
* Experience in, and commitment to medical audit
* Participation in a quality improvement programme
* Experience of quality improvement work and audit
* Undergone training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities
* Completion of formal courses in audit.
* Published Audit
Teaching
* Experience of, and commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduates
* Appraisal and assessment skills
* Enthusiastic and ability to inspire others
* Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching
Research
* Understanding and interest in research
* Ability to appraise research critically
* Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects
* 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
* 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 yourapplicationform without delay toavoiddisappointment; 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 months payment.
The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.
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 endeavorto make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.
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. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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