Consultant Radiologist with Interest in Urology and Intervention

NHS
Blackpool
1 year ago
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Consultant Radiologist with Interest in Urology and InterventionBlackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

If you are a motivated radiologist who is looking for a challenging, fast-paced, and growing radiology department, Blackpool Teaching Hospitals may just be the place for you! Not only would you have access to the latest technology (3 1.5T Siemens MRI scanners, 5 cutting-edge CT scanners, and a state-of-the-art Nuclear Medicine SPECT CT suite), you'd have a very team-focused department with a strong support ethic. We pride ourselves on encouraging all team members to reach their goals and their potential. We can offer and encourage learning and training opportunities to expand your skill set as well!

Currently, our team consists of 18 general radiologists with various subspecialties, including breast, upper/lower GI, musculoskeletal, urology, pediatrics, and more. Radiology is located in the main BTH site and offers CT, MRI, US, PF, NM, DEXA Mammography, and non-vascular intervention. Our refurbishment of the Central Radiology department in early 2021 has led to a cutting-edge diagnostic department, with a future-proofed capital replacement program in place. We operate the latest technology in terms of our PACS solution with Agfa Enterprise Imaging, which was upgraded in December 2019 across our entire estate. Along with our ambitious plans for the future, we are also investing in artificial intelligence solutions within our department.

Main duties of the job

The clinical commitments of this post will include responsibility for the provision of all aspects of a Diagnostic Radiology Service at Blackpool Teaching Hospital (BTH), including CT, MRI, Plain Film, NM, and Ultrasound. An interest in Urology imaging and competence in Interventional Radiology procedures (non-vascular) is essential.

There may also be an occasion a requirement to provide diagnostic reports on patients at CDC sites and community hospitals. At present, we operate a "Radiologist of the Day" system, but this is under review, particularly as we gain more consultants within the department. The aim of the department is to become more efficient and to minimize interruptions to individual consultants as much as possible.

About us

As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resorts, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents - it's not just a good place to work, it's a great place to live. It offers several scenic cycling routes around our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.

Job responsibilities

For detailed job description and main responsibilities as well as person specification, please check the attached files.

Person SpecificationQualifications

  • FRCR or equivalent
  • On GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT date at time of interview
  • Other degrees, e.g., BSc, MSc, MD
  • Distinctions, scholarships, prizes
  • MRCP

Experience and Knowledge

  • An understanding of general principles, scientific method, and interpretation of literature
  • Understand the principles of audit
  • Evidence of organisational ability
  • Evidence of leadership
  • Able to take responsibility and cope with stressful situations
  • Able to get on with other members of the multidisciplinary team
  • Credibility and integrity
  • Evidence of personal research projects and their presentation
  • Publications in peer-reviewed journals
  • Attended a National Health Service Management Course appropriate to Consultant duties
  • Evidence of participation in audit projects
  • Critical and enquiring approach to knowledge acquisition
  • To have undertaken a postgraduate communication skills course
  • A sympathetic approach to patients and relatives
  • Ability to establish good professional relationships with others
  • Demonstrate CPD to enhance quality of work.

Skills and Ability

  • Clear, concise, and well-presented CV.
  • An interest in teaching and education
  • Clearly formulated career goals
  • Working knowledge of RIS/PACS
  • Basic IT skills for the use of email and Microsoft Office
  • Punctuality
  • Reliability
  • Experience in the training or development of trainees in medicine
  • Intermediate or advanced IT skills

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.

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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