Consultant Radiologist with Interest in Urology and Intervention

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-focussed 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 skillset as well!Currently, our team consists of 18 general radiologists with various subspecialties, including breast, upper/lower GI, musculoskeletal, urology, paediatrics 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 programme 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 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 and interest 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 minimise interruptions to individual consultants as much as possible.

About us

As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, 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 round 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 description
Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

FRCR or equivalent On GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT date at time of interview

Desirable

Other degrees, e.g. BSc, MSc, MD Distinctions, scholarships, prizes MRCP

Research
Essential

An understanding of general principles, scientific method, and interpretation of literature

Desirable

Publications in peer-reviewed journals

Personal skills
Essential

A sympathetic approach to patients and relatives Able to take responsibility and cope with stressful situations

Desirable

An understanding of corporacy in the NHS Critical and enquiring approach to knowledge acquisition

Management
Essential

Evidence of organisational ability

Desirable

Attended a National Health Service Management Course appropriate to Consultant duties.

Other skills
Essential

Clear, concise, and well-presented CV. Awareness of NHS organisation and core values of NHS Working knowledge of RIS/PACS

Desirable

Intermediate or advanced IT skills

Employer details
Employer name

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Blackpool Teaching Hospital

Whinney Heys Rd

Blackpool

FY3 8NR