Job Summary
Join our team and embark on an exciting career journey as a Consultant Radiologist at The Countess of Chester Hospital.
The Radiology Directorate is part of the Diagnostic and Clinical Support Services Division, providing diagnostic imaging services to inpatients and outpatient services across two sites: Countess of Chester Hospital and Ellesmere Port Hospital. The department also offers a GP direct access service for plain film, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, CT, and MRI.
The Countess of Chester Hospital has consistently invested in the Radiology department, ensuring that the environment and equipment meet the needs of a modern, changing diagnostic service. Our latest developments include a replacement Interventional Radiology suite and a new state-of-the-art cardiac CT scanner.
The Countess of Chester site has 3 CT scanners (1 cardiac scanner) and 2 1.5T MRI scanners, along with a suite of ultrasound scanners. The general department is fully digital, including wireless portable equipment. The department performs approximately 15,500 MRI scans, 30,000 CT scans, 2,000 Interventional procedures, and 31,000 ultrasound scans per year.
Main Duties of the Job
The successful candidate will integrate into the team of existing Consultants to provide a complete diagnostic service, including the reporting of CT, MRI, ultrasound, and plain films. The post-holder will be expected to have or develop sub-specialist skills to complement the rest of the team. Specific interest in Paediatrics, MSK, or Cardiac radiology is encouraged; however, it is not essential.
This is a full-time position, but candidates wishing to work part-time or in a job share are encouraged to apply. If a part-time or job share person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed with the appointee to meet the needs of the service.
About Us
The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust provides services to West Cheshire and to Welsh patients covered by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. The Trust works collaboratively within the wider Cheshire and Merseyside Health and Care Partnership. Its services are provided from three locations:
1. The Countess of Chester Hospital: providing 438 general and acute beds.
2. Ellesmere Port Hospital: providing 56 beds as a rehabilitation, intermediate, and outpatient facility.
3. Tarporley War Memorial Hospital: a base for community services serving the local rural population.
The Trust employs over 6258 staff and provides acute emergency and elective services, primary care direct access services, and obstetric services to a population of approximately 407,000.
Job Details
Date posted: 21 January 2025
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 a year pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working
Reference number: 210-2025-13
Job locations: Countess of Chester Hospital, Liverpool Road, Chester, CH2 1UL
Person Specification
Registration and Qualifications
Essential:
* FRCR or evidence of equivalent qualification
* Full and specialist registration with a licence to practise with the General Medical Council (GMC) (or eligible within six months of interview)
Desirable:
* A relevant higher qualification
* Fellowship in appropriate subspecialty
Experience
Essential:
* Evidence of thorough and broad training experience
* Evidence of participation in CPD
Desirable:
* Teaching Accreditation
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, necessitating a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers requiring current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer Details
Employer name: Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Countess of Chester Hospital, Liverpool Road, Chester, CH2 1UL
Employer's website: Countess of Chester Hospital
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