Job summary
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, flexible andcommitted Consultant Radiologist with a specialist interest in gastrointestinalradiology, general radiology and non-vascular intervention to our cohesive,hard-working and friendly team. The BHNFT Medical Imaging Teamincludes Consultant Radiologists, radiology specialty doctors, radiologyresidents, consultant mammographers and Advanced Practitioners and provides acomprehensive imaging service. The trust is rated as good by the CQC withperformance benchmarked well within the top quartile of acute trusts by NHSE.
Thesuccessful candidate will also be expected to participate in the generalradiology workflow including audit, quality improvement, MDT, teaching, and thegeneral on-call rota (currently 1 in 8). Teleradiology cover the acute MRservice from 17:00-20:00 on weekdays and 08:00 20:00 at weekends, and theacute CT service from 20:00 08:30. All successful candidates will havededicated office space plus shared acute reporting spaces within the maindepartment. Home workstations will be provided for on-call duties and to allowfor periods of working from home (to be agreed at job plan meetings).
Main duties of the job
Please see full job description and person specification for the post under the supporting documents section.
Sample job plan:
Session
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
AM
US / Intervention
Cold CT/MRI
MDT
Cold CT/MRI
SPA
Cold CT/MRI
PM
Acute Reporting
MDT Prep
SPA
Intervention
Acute Reporting
Plain Film
Cold CT/MRI
We have benefited from recent investment including CT,MRI, Ultrasound and a flagship Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) withinBarnsley Glass Works in the heart of the community with opportunities forgreater expansion.
Candidates should have 6 months recent higher-level training in theirarea of interest at a recognised training centre or equivalent experience in asimilar post. Opportunities are also available to suit other specialistinterests.
Informaldiscussions and arrangements to visit can be made with:
Dr Lisa Shannon
ConsultantRadiologist & Clinical Lead
Telephone:01226 435064
About us
Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close aposition early.
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performingTrust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission(CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of ourstrategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring astrong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued byour local communities.
There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. Itis moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through theorganisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part ofthe journey to sustainability and growth.
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promotingequality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race,nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physicaldisability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history.
The cost of the DBS (criminal records check)for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s)through salary deduction.
Certificates of Sponsorship
Forindividuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health& care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility Checkif you need a UK visa - (, band2 and 3 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find the job description and person specification for his post can be found under the supporting documents.
Person Specification
Teaching, Audit and Research
Essential
1. Evidence of participation in clinical audit
2. Ability and desire to teach and support junior staff effectively
3. Knowledge of the NHS and its developments
4. Ability to critically appraise relevant medical literature
Desirable
5. Record of accomplishment in radiology
6. Evidence of service improvement
7. Evidence of involvement in research, publication of original research, presentation at regional, national or international meetings
Qualifications
Essential
8. Fellowship of the Royal College of Radiologists (FRCR)
9. At least 6 months higher training in the post holders special interest from a recognised training centre
Desirable
10. Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) or Surgeons (MRCS)
11. Other professional or higher qualification
Experience
Essential
12. Suitable experience in areas of specialist interest.
13. Experience in General radiology skills (CT/MRI/USS/X-ray) to allow post holder to offer general reporting and opinions on a broad range of work commonly encountered in a general radiology department.
14. Experience of out-of-hours working if relevant
15. Willingness and ability to fulfil the job description, including participation in the on-call rota.
16. Postgraduate experience and familiarity of UK NHS hospital system
17. Ability to work in a team
18. Effective communication skills
Management Skills
Essential
19. Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals
20. Ability to develop, present and implement coherent ideas for service development/delivery
21. Ability to delegate appropriately
22. Ability to work within a team
Desirable
23. Completed an appropriate management or leadership course
Personal requirements
Essential
24. Meets fitness to practice guidance as issued by the GMC
25. Fulfil all duties of post including on-call requirements, if required