Job summary An exciting opportunity to work as a Consultant Radiologist in the Department of Radiology has become available as a result of workforce expansion. The appointee will work within the Radiology Department of Birmingham Women's Hospital joining an existing establishment of 3 diagnostic consultant radiologists. This is a substantive full-time 10 PA post. Main duties of the job The post The successful applicant should be trained in all aspects of diagnostic Gynaecological and Neonatal radiology. The successful applicant would be expected to participate in the multi-disciplinary meetings with existing consultant radiologists. The sub-specialist nature of the role is such that the successful candidate will need a broad knowledge base, and will be able to use various modalities in undertaking their role. Their job plan will reflect this but will also try to accommodate specialist interests, mindful of the existing needs within the department. The successful applicant must be prepared to work flexibly; whilst this is an appointment primarily for Birmingham Women's Hospital, there may be opportunity to enhance service development with cross-site working and experience opportunities. There is currently no on-call commitment with this post. About us Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust is the first of its type in the UK. Our Trust was formed in February 2017 to drive forward our commitment to provide the highest quality, world-class physical and mental health care for our women, children and families. Uniting our hospitals means more seamless care; more investment to make greater advances in our specialist treatment and world-leading neo-natal and fetal work. Importantly, it also gives us a greater voice in shaping the future of family-centred care. Birmingham Children's Hospital is a UK leading specialist paediatric centre with an international reputation in several areas. Birmingham Women's Hospital is one of two dedicated women's hospitals in the UK, with the busiest single site maternity unit, delivering more than 8,200 babies a year offering a full range of gynaecological, maternity and neonatal care. Forward Thinking Birmingham (FTB) Mental Health Services are a unique, innovative community and inpatient mental health partnership. Alongside partners FTB offers care pathways of mental health assessment and treatment for young people aged 0-25 years old. Our Trust is committed to creating the best place to work. We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation. Date posted 20 January 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year Per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 284-6878227-BW-KF-24 Job locations Birmingham Women's Hospital Mindlesohn Way Birmingham B15 2TG Job description Job responsibilities Teaching The appointee will be expected to take part in the teaching commitment to the radiology trainees. He/she will be expected to contribute to undergraduate medical student teaching as necessary and to play a full role in postgraduate medical education and the training of other relevant staff groups. Audit The post holder will be expected to participate in medical and clinical audit. Clinical Governance The appointee will be expected to participate in all aspects of the Clinical Governance structure developed by the Trust to monitor, maintain and develop the quality and effectiveness of care. The Trust is committed to the development of medical staff through individual appraisal. This will include audit of personal clinical practice as well as involvement in departmental / specialty reviews, attention to continuing professional development, meeting the Royal College of Radiologists requirements, awareness of professional standards and the responsibility to undertake safe and ethical clinical practice. Funding is available for approved study leave as defined in the Trusts study leave policy. Cross-cover for clinical duties with colleagues The appointee will be expected to provide cross cover for his/her colleagues during periods of leave. Research The post holder will be expected to have some research experience and to contribute to research undertaken within the department and elsewhere in the Trust. They will also be expected to be aware of current research and development initiatives in relation to clinical service development. Job description Job responsibilities Teaching The appointee will be expected to take part in the teaching commitment to the radiology trainees. He/she will be expected to contribute to undergraduate medical student teaching as necessary and to play a full role in postgraduate medical education and the training of other relevant staff groups. Audit The post holder will be expected to participate in medical and clinical audit. Clinical Governance The appointee will be expected to participate in all aspects of the Clinical Governance structure developed by the Trust to monitor, maintain and develop the quality and effectiveness of care. The Trust is committed to the development of medical staff through individual appraisal. This will include audit of personal clinical practice as well as involvement in departmental / specialty reviews, attention to continuing professional development, meeting the Royal College of Radiologists requirements, awareness of professional standards and the responsibility to undertake safe and ethical clinical practice. Funding is available for approved study leave as defined in the Trusts study leave policy. Cross-cover for clinical duties with colleagues The appointee will be expected to provide cross cover for his/her colleagues during periods of leave. Research The post holder will be expected to have some research experience and to contribute to research undertaken within the department and elsewhere in the Trust. They will also be expected to be aware of current research and development initiatives in relation to clinical service development. Person Specification Clinical Essential Member of the Royal College of Radiologists Inclusion on the Specialist Register or eligibility for inclusion within six months of the interview Full GMC registration Training and experience fulfilling the requirements of the RCR document on subspecialty training in Gynaecological and Paediatric Radiology A special interest in Gynaecological and Paediatric Radiology Proven ability to work under pressure Desirable Training in a recognised paediatric centre of excellence Publications and/or presentations related to Gynaecological and/or Paediatric Radiology Proven interest and experience in audit, research, and teaching Fellowship/membership of a medical/surgical college Governance Essential Ability to meet the requirements of Health Circular HC (88)9 concerning criminal background checks Commitment to personal professional development and clinical governance activities, including audit Desirable Attendance at a recognised management course Leadership skills Non-clinical Essential Proven commitment to teamwork with excellent communication and interpersonal skills Willingness to develop sub-speciality interests consistent with departmental and Trust aims Ability to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching Proven commitment to personal professional development Desirable Higher degree qualification Experience in departmental leadership or service development Person Specification Clinical Essential Member of the Royal College of Radiologists Inclusion on the Specialist Register or eligibility for inclusion within six months of the interview Full GMC registration Training and experience fulfilling the requirements of the RCR document on subspecialty training in Gynaecological and Paediatric Radiology A special interest in Gynaecological and Paediatric Radiology Proven ability to work under pressure Desirable Training in a recognised paediatric centre of excellence Publications and/or presentations related to Gynaecological and/or Paediatric Radiology Proven interest and experience in audit, research, and teaching Fellowship/membership of a medical/surgical college Governance Essential Ability to meet the requirements of Health Circular HC (88)9 concerning criminal background checks Commitment to personal professional development and clinical governance activities, including audit Desirable Attendance at a recognised management course Leadership skills Non-clinical Essential Proven commitment to teamwork with excellent communication and interpersonal skills Willingness to develop sub-speciality interests consistent with departmental and Trust aims Ability to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching Proven commitment to personal professional development Desirable Higher degree qualification Experience in departmental leadership or service development 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust Address Birmingham Women's Hospital Mindlesohn Way Birmingham B15 2TG Employer's website https://bwc.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)