Job summary We are looking for a Consultant Radiologist to replace a recently retired colleague, with sub-specialist interest in MSK imaging and intervention. There is an increasing demand for MSK imaging and intervention from primary care services as well as general in-patient and out-patient referrals and we recently merged with Weston Area Health NHS Trust, located 18 miles south of the BRI. The job is designed to be shared with Weston and although reporting can be done remotely at the BRI, there will be an expected attendance of one day a week to support Weston MSK ultrasound provision and on-site reporting. Two MSK Consultants are already established in this split-time commitment. We cover a full range of MSK imaging and intervention, with the scope to develop the service even further, in response to modern changes in patient management. In additional to specialised musculoskeletal imaging, the successful candidate will support general imaging in UHBW as well as acute imaging/on-call. Main duties of the job The successful candidate will be expected to comply with all relevant Trust policies relating to administration of patient care. This includes working to set timescales for the triage of requests the completion of discharge summaries prior to patients being discharged, following the specified process for the management of patients that do not attend (DNA) their appointment or admission, and the completion of all paperwork deemed necessary to support the management of their patients within agreed timescales. Consultants are also expected to work with service managers and clinical colleagues to manage their caseload in a flexible way, to ensure both clinical, national and local priorities, such as maximum waiting times for referral to treatment, are achieved. About us University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge. Date posted 10 October 2024 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year pa pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 387-DT-5195-MP Job locations Bristol Royal Infirmary Bristol BS2 8HW Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specifications for further details of this position. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specifications for further details of this position. Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential Full and specialist registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) or eligible for specialist registration within six months of interview or Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or evidence of within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview' FRCR Desirable Post graduate degree: Experience Essential Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in general and MSK Radiology and MSK intervention Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision Desirable Experience of working in the UK Hospital system. MSK Fellowship Knowledge & Skills Essential Up to date knowledge and experience in MSK radiology Desirable Broad range of IT skills Clinical Governance & Audit Essential Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation Positive approach to evidence-based practice Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation Research Essential Knowledge of the principals involved in research Evidence of involvement in research Evidence of peer review research papers Desirable Higher Degree Published Research Papers Teaching & Training Essential Experience of teaching medical students. Experience of supervising trainees. Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team Desirable Formal teaching qualification Management & Leadership Essential Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant Ability to practice independently as a consultant Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks Desirable Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures Management experience Interpersonal, communication & team working skills Essential Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues. Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English. Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions Any Other Personal Abilities & Aptitudes Essential Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances Awareness of personal limitations Demonstrates the 4 Trust values Meets professional health requirements Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role Desirable Ability to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential Full and specialist registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) or eligible for specialist registration within six months of interview or Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or evidence of within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview' FRCR Desirable Post graduate degree: Experience Essential Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in general and MSK Radiology and MSK intervention Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision Desirable Experience of working in the UK Hospital system. MSK Fellowship Knowledge & Skills Essential Up to date knowledge and experience in MSK radiology Desirable Broad range of IT skills Clinical Governance & Audit Essential Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation Positive approach to evidence-based practice Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation Research Essential Knowledge of the principals involved in research Evidence of involvement in research Evidence of peer review research papers Desirable Higher Degree Published Research Papers Teaching & Training Essential Experience of teaching medical students. Experience of supervising trainees. Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team Desirable Formal teaching qualification Management & Leadership Essential Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant Ability to practice independently as a consultant Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks Desirable Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures Management experience Interpersonal, communication & team working skills Essential Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues. Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English. Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions Any Other Personal Abilities & Aptitudes Essential Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances Awareness of personal limitations Demonstrates the 4 Trust values Meets professional health requirements Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role Desirable Ability to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels 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 University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) Address Bristol Royal Infirmary Bristol BS2 8HW Employer's website https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)