Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust
The purpose of this post is to provide further/advanced training to a subspecialised thoracic radiologist. This includes diagnostic and interventional training as well as the opportunity to take part in management projects alongside RM Partners West London Cancer Alliance. This will give invaluable experience that will prove useful for Consultant Practice.
Candidates will be expected to take part in supervised reporting of all modalities in imaging with a plan to progress to more independent working.
With training, the fellow will be expected to run one CT guided lung biopsy list with consultant support as needed.
Main duties of the job
Candidates will be expected to take part in a number of subspecialised thoracic radiology MDTs (Cancer, Screening review, ILD, Infectious disease etc.), with a view to leading these independently.
Candidates will have the opportunity to be involved with in-house quality improvement/governance projects. In addition, the fellow will be provided with time and opportunity to work on a network-wide approach to managing the demands for PET, CT, and other radiological investigations that arise from the lung pathway across the sector, considering the increased impact expected from the TLHC rollout (including CT/US guided tissue sampling).
This fellowship aims to offer advanced training in all subspecialties and across all modalities of thoracic imaging (CT/MR/US), gain interventional lung experience and be expected to participate in clinicoradiological meetings. Cross-sectional and general reporting will be required.
There will be no on-call commitment.
One day will be spent on RMPartners related duties, enabling participation in audit, clinical risk, and other management duties.
About us
Development and staff wellbeing
Your growth and personal happiness matter to us. After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement, and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.
To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.
We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.
Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.
Job responsibilities
* Thoracic reporting across all imaging modalities.
* CT guided intervention lists (lung biopsy, potential for lung cancer localisation and complex chest drainage). Ad hoc US guided intervention.
* Timetabled management session for project work across the sector to optimise the efficiency with regards to the lung pathway, TLHC/lung cancer screening and the onwards referral for PET CT and other radiological investigations (including CT/US guided tissue sampling) throughout the network. The fellow will be provided with PA support to facilitate this.
* Candidates will also have the opportunity to be involved with in-house quality improvement/governance projects.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Full GMC Registration with License to Practice (or eligibility to obtain).
* FRCR or equivalent.
* CCT and on GMC's Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCST from the date of the interview or have confirmed eligibility for Specialist Registration.
* Appropriate higher degree (e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent)
* Membership of the Royal College of Radiologists and British Society of Thoracic Imaging
Clinical Experience
* Current wide range of cross-sectional experience (CT, MRI, US)
* Thoracic subspecialty training at ST4 and 5 with some experience of Thoracic Interventional radiology
Management Skills
* Able to communicate at a strategic and operational level
* Attended management training course.
* Knowledge of finance / budgets
Experience in Training, Audit and Research
* Demonstrable commitment and ability to teach and train undergraduates and junior doctors.
* Experience of clinical audit.
* Relevant research articles in peer-reviewed journals.
* Completed 'Train the Trainers' course
Personal Qualities
* Demonstrate leadership skills within a multidisciplinary team.
* Ability to motivate staff, to facilitate appropriate changes in clinical practice and to work as part of a team.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enthusiasm and approachability.
* Commitment to continuing professional development and clinical governance
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.
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