Job summary
We are looking to recruit one Senior Clinical Fellow (ST4+ equivalent) position for a fixed term of 12 months initially, that may be extendable further following review.
This will suit a senior radiology trainee who wants to undertake a period of service outside of their training programme and familiarise themselves with working semi-independently in a busy Radiology Department, while working towards further qualifications.
The appointee will join a group of 20 Consultants, 9 radiology specialist registrars and 1 speciality doctor.
The department is looking for a trainee who is dynamic, works well in a team and wants to enhance their subspecialty interest.
The Radiology Department at Luton Hospital provides a comprehensive imaging service, which includes plain radiography, contrast studies, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, CT, MRI, Breast Imaging and interventional radiology. The applicant is expected to have a wide range of experience in general radiology.
We have a good track record for teaching and training and previous senior clinical fellows have gone on to pass the FRCR and obtain consultant positions in the UK
Main duties of the job
The post holder will participate in all of the day to day departmental service and training activity. This would include duty radiology sessions, ultrasound lists, and general screening lists, reporting both routine and urgent cross sectional and plain film and participating in the first on call rota. The post holder may work independently in providing some of these services, dependant on experience, and after having demonstrated sufficient expertise to do so. In other sessions the post holder will work under the supervision of a consultant radiologist, though there will be no expectation of a formal training commitment from the Consultant for that session.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation 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. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology.
Our Values
We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will participate in all of the day to day departmental service and training activity. This would include duty radiology sessions, ultrasound lists, and general screening lists, reporting both routine and urgent cross sectional and plain film and participating in the first on call rota. The post holder may work independently in providing some of these services, dependant on experience, and after having demonstrated sufficient expertise to do so. In other sessions the post holder will work under the supervision of a consultant radiologist, though there will be no expectation of a formal training commitment from the Consultant for that session. The post holder will participate on the emergency rota as first on-call, with a consultant as second on-call.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Registration
Essential
1. oMedical Degree
2. oRelevant postgraduate qualification MRCP, MRCS
3. oFull GMC Registration
Desirable
4. oAdditional relevant clinical experience
Clinical Experience
Essential
5. oExcellent all round experience of DGH work
6. oMinimum of 2/3 year's experience
7. oAbility to work independently, but aware of own limitations and know when to seek advice from senior colleagues
Education and training
Essential
8. oUnderstand the principles of audits
9. oInterest in and ability to contribute to teaching and learning of more junior doctors and medical students
10. oAble to demonstrate an understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance.
Personnel skilss
Essential
11. oAbility to co-operate in a democratic team environment
12. oFlexible attitude, team player with good management skills