Job summary We are looking to appoint a full time General Consultant Radiologist who will also specialise in delivery of our service for cross-sectional and musculoskeletal & trauma imaging (MSK).
We are particularly interested in candidates who are competent in delivering a wide range of services across all modalities, including relevant interventional procedures and paediatric imaging, as well as achieving high reporting standards in a range of imaging examinations in both general and relevant subspecialty investigations.
You will be required to share the general reporting workload with other colleagues in addition to MSK imaging and intervention, which will complement the skill mix of the existing consultant team.
The Radiology Department and the wider Trust supports consultants to enjoy an exciting, flexible, and fulfilling career.
Opportunities for clinical quality improvement and further development of clinical leadership are given significant support within our organisation to those interested in making a difference.
Main duties of the job Main Responsibilities Participate the general workload of the department which includes contribution to the duty radiologist rota, vetting of requests and in-patient CT and MRI reporting.
Provision of support for the MSK related workload including the sonography ultrasound service, plain film reporting, x-ray meetings, and in particular performing arthrograms as part of the interventional service.
Support the cross-sectional Imaging workload of the department by undertaking cancer target CT and MRI as well as routine cross-sectional imaging.
Support tumour site specific cancer MDT meetings as deemed appropriate, based on service specific requirements.
Teaching and training of radiology registrars, reporting radiographers and medical students.
Attendance at departmental discrepancy and educational / audit meetings.
About us Our staff enjoy a range of benefits including on-site parking, local discounts, on-site Caf and Amazon lockers.
There is a cycle-to-work scheme along with electric vehicle charging points.
A newly opened a hub, dedicated to the health and wellbeing of our staff, which include rooms for mindfulness, gym and shower facilities and different programmes to keep you active.Chesterfield is a thriving market town surrounded by attractive countryside, contemporary leisure facilities and extensive retail outlets.
The town has excellent road and rail links, and easy access to airports.Derbyshire is home to the Peak District National Park and is an area of outstanding beauty.
Numerous stately homes are within easy travelling distance.
The Yorkshire Dales, North Yorkshire Moors, a number of coastal resorts and many historic cities are also close enough for day trips.Housing in the Chesterfield area is competitively priced and offers a wide range of choice, including urban and rural locations.
There are several high-performing state schools in the town, as well as a number of excellent private schools across the wider region.In addition to local shops and complexes, the Meadowhall Shopping Centre is within easy travelling distance and is one of the largest and most up to date in Europe, attracting some 30 million visitors each year.The city of Sheffield is only 9 miles away and hosts two universities, one with a medical and dental school.
Job description Job responsibilities For further information please see the attached job description and person specification which gives a comprehensive overview of the main duties required for this role Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBBS / MBBCh and possess FRCR MSK imaging sub-specialist training Entry on GMC Specialist Register or eligible for entry on Register and within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) at time of interview Desirable Higher degree Special interest or additional qualifications in other areas of clinical radiology Experience Essential Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining a UK CCT in general radiology.
Oncology CT reporting Experience of audit management.
Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of radiological investigations.
Experience of supervising radiology trainees.
Desirable 5 years supervised training in an appropriate ST equivalent training programme.
Fellowship in MSK imaging Clinical leadership experience or training.
Higher management training Experience as Educational Supervisor or Clinical Tutor.
Skills Essential MSK US interventional skills Able to perform Arthrograms Ability to organise and manage radiology lists and priorities.
Basic Interventional Radiology skills including US guided biopsies & drainages Clinical supervision experience/skills Desirable Motivation skills, leadership skills and flexibility.
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