Job summary This is an exciting time to be joining Bedford Hospital, which merged with Luton Hospital in April 2020 to become part of the dynamic Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. There has been improved working and strategic developments across both sites and the Trust aims to work towards implementing integration benefits to the fullest in future. This post is based at the Bedford Hospital site but it is anticipated that the successful candidate may work at Luton & Dunstable hospital 1 day a week in future. Main duties of the job Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of all patients presenting to the Hospital To deliver a high-quality imaging service with a focus on subspeciality interests as applicable To share, with colleagues in the Imaging Department, the management of all patients referred to the Trust To share in the general radiology work of the department including currently a 1 in 11 on call rota To support radiographers and sonographer staff in the department and also be involved in the teaching and training of specialist registrars grade, junior medical staff, nursing staff and medical students To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit To have responsibility for and actively participate in continuing professional development (CPD) About us Our Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Travel between hospital sites may be required. We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available. Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible. Date posted 28 October 2024 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 416-CONS224 Job locations Bedford Hospital Kempston Road Bedford MK42 9DJ Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Please note that all shortlisted candidates will be required to attend a virtualpre-interview assessment process. Closing date: 10.11.2024 Assessment date: 28.11.2024 Interview date: 06.12.2024 Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Please note that all shortlisted candidates will be required to attend a virtualpre-interview assessment process. Closing date: 10.11.2024 Assessment date: 28.11.2024 Interview date: 06.12.2024 Person Specification Registration & Training Essential Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice Entry on GMC Specialist Register in General Radiology via CCT (or within 6 months from date of interview) or CESR (Must be on Specialist Register by date of interview) Subspecialty training in Thoracic radiology Qualifications Essential FRCR or equivalent Desirable Postgraduate Degree e.g., MD or equivalent Clinical Effectiveness Essential Participation in relevant local audits Experience of guideline appraisal Desirable Participation in relevant national research and audits Clinical Experience Essential Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in General Radiology Desirable Expertise in other specialised area Teaching Essential Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical students Understands learner centred teaching Teaching ability and experience in conducting clinical/radiological meetings Desirable Formal teaching qualification Professional Interest Essential An interest that improves the core clinical service for patients using the imaging service at the Trust Personal Skills Essential Caring, honest and reliable Able to foster good working relations with staff Excellent verbal and written skills in English Ability to co-operate in a democratic team environment Able and willing to work with consultant colleagues in equitable sharing of clinical, non-clinical and on-call duties. Job Specific Essential Able to organise and prioritise workload An understanding of accountability for patient care Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team. Desirable Experience of team leadership Clinical Governance Essential Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance Standards Essential Has a thorough knowledge and understanding of "Good Medical Practice" from the GMC Domicile Essential Ability to attend hospital within 30 minutes for purposes of on-call emergencies Person Specification Registration & Training Essential Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practice Entry on GMC Specialist Register in General Radiology via CCT (or within 6 months from date of interview) or CESR (Must be on Specialist Register by date of interview) Subspecialty training in Thoracic radiology Qualifications Essential FRCR or equivalent Desirable Postgraduate Degree e.g., MD or equivalent Clinical Effectiveness Essential Participation in relevant local audits Experience of guideline appraisal Desirable Participation in relevant national research and audits Clinical Experience Essential Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in General Radiology Desirable Expertise in other specialised area Teaching Essential Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical students Understands learner centred teaching Teaching ability and experience in conducting clinical/radiological meetings Desirable Formal teaching qualification Professional Interest Essential An interest that improves the core clinical service for patients using the imaging service at the Trust Personal Skills Essential Caring, honest and reliable Able to foster good working relations with staff Excellent verbal and written skills in English Ability to co-operate in a democratic team environment Able and willing to work with consultant colleagues in equitable sharing of clinical, non-clinical and on-call duties. Job Specific Essential Able to organise and prioritise workload An understanding of accountability for patient care Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team. Desirable Experience of team leadership Clinical Governance Essential Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance Standards Essential Has a thorough knowledge and understanding of "Good Medical Practice" from the GMC Domicile Essential Ability to attend hospital within 30 minutes for purposes of on-call emergencies 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 Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Bedford Hospital Kempston Road Bedford MK42 9DJ Employer's website https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)