About this role
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen at University Hospital Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust for an Interventional Neuroradiology (INR) Consultant. This is a full time (10 PA) post, but we can accommodate applicants who wish to work on part-time contracts.
The primary duties of the posts will be to provide specialist INR cover, participate in the INR on call rota and general support within the department including reporting sessions and participation in multi-disciplinary meetings (MDTs). The department is seeking flexible candidates who will support and meet service needs.
As one of the largest and busiest NHS teaching trusts in the country, UHCW's two hospitals care for over a million people from across Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond. As a Trust we combine a number of key roles:
District general hospital services for Coventry and Rugby, our local population
Tertiary centre for Coventry and Warwickshire, providing complex specialist services for the sector and beyond
Major Trauma Centre (Level 1)
All medical specialities including renal transplantation and a major Oncology Unit (the Arden Cancer Centre) are housed on site.
Provider of innovative and leading-edge clinical services to Coventry and Warwickshire.
The clinical base for The University of Warwick Medical School.
Main duties of the job
Main Aims and Objectives of the Post
To join a team of two INRs to support and expand the INR service to patients in Coventry, Rugby and the surrounding districts. This will include ensuring that all appropriate waiting lists and waiting times are adhered to, that services are provided in an effective and efficient manner and that the principles of risk management and clinical governance are maintained at all times.
To participate in a 1:4 INR on call service (currently limited to extended weekday on call, with a plan to extend to weekend work in due course).
To support multi-disciplinary team meetings.
To provide acute diagnostic neuroradiology cover during working hours.
To develop an academic and research interest (individuals with specific specialist skills are welcome to add those to the Trust's imaging scope)
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare.
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.
There has never been a better time to join our team.
Job description Job responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical
To cover annual and professional leave the Department operates a flexible rota. This means that on occasions the radiologists will be asked to cover acute or emergency lists in place of normal timetabled work.
The post holder will be expected to hold appropriate Royal College of Radiology qualifications or equivalent.
In addition to:
Provide and develop further with clinical colleagues the Interventional and diagnostic neuroradiology specialist service, in line with the expectations of the Department and Trust.
Provide a consultation and advisory service to other clinical colleagues in other specialties within the Trust and Primary Care.
Take responsibility for the professional supervision and development of trainee doctors within the specialty.
Develop and maintain good communications with General Practitioners and appropriate external agencies.
Demonstrate a firm involvement in Clinical Governance, Risk Management and Clinical Audit this will include the development and maintenance of appropriate systems and practices to ensure continued safe clinical practice.
Ensure own practice is up to date; this will include taking responsibility for own Clinical Professional Development and participating in the Trusts Performance and Annual Appraisal system and GMC revalidation.
Share responsibility for data protection arising out of the use of computers.
Comply with all relevant Trust Policies and Procedures.
Person Specification
Qualification/ Training Essential
Meets all Essential
Desirable
Meets all Desirable
Experience Essential
Extensive clinical training and experience in interventional and diagnostic neuroradiology. ? Clinical training and experience equivalent to that of a UK INR trainee. ? Prior experience of on call rota. ? Ability to supervise and report the full scope of neuro CT and MRI imaging. ? Thorough and detailed knowledge of medical audit, medical education, current clinical and medical best practice. ? Understanding of the Clinical Governance process. ? Competent in basic information technology.
Desirable
Experience of effective management of staff at a senior level. ? Ability to organise and manage out-patient priorities, waiting times/lists. ? Further skills in information technology.
Skills & Knowledge Essential
Good spoken and written English ? Excellent communication and interpersonal skills ? Ability to supervise, appraise, coach and mentor trainees and other doctors. ? Ability to lead, communicate, liaise and negotiate with others. ? Ability to motivate, innovate and support staff of all disciplines. ? Ability to manage and lead clinical team. ? Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical practice. ? Commitment to continuing medical education. ? Awareness of health service reforms and issues across all healthcare economy ? Ability to organise and participate in and evidence of teaching and training undergraduate and postgraduate students.? Able to undertake complete audit cycle including multi-disciplinary audit. ? Participated in completed clinical research projects. ? Knowledge of clinical governance issues
Desirable
Management qualification ? Education qualification ? An established research background ? Peer reviewed publications ? Ability to advise on efficient and smooth running of specialist service.
Continued professional / personal development Essential
Commitment to own continuing education and professional development
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential
Caring attitude to patients ? Enquiring, critical approach to work ? Excellent inter-personal qualities ? Credible and persuasive presence both amongst clinical and management colleagues ? Ability to communicate effectively (written, public speaking and presentational) at all levels. ? Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team ? Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's behaviour framework - attached).
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 Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Clifford Bridge Road
Coventry
CV22DX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)