About this role
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Consultant Diagnostic Neuro Radiologist with an interest in Head and Neck Imaging, to join a team of 6 Neuro-radiologists in a busy, dynamic department of 48 WTE radiology consultants delivering first class emergency and non-acute services.
The post holder will contribute to the provision of a first-class service supporting Head and Neck, ENT, Neurosurgery, Spinal Surgery, Neurology, Stroke Team and Oncology. The Neuroradiologists have a well-established, warm and collaborative relationship with their clinician colleagues in these areas and support patient management through MDT's and clinic-radiological conferences. MDTs are rotated equally between colleagues with appropriate preparation and admin time allocated.
Currently we provide advanced imaging to support trauma, oncology, stroke, spine, dementia, ENT and maxillofacial services. We also have adequate support from our local clinical scientists to perform and improve specialist MRI for brain tumour, stroke, etc. Planned service developments include thyroid nodule US-guided ablation.
The department has 48 wte substantive radiologists covering all sub-specialities, around 42 Postgraduate Doctors in Training, along with fixed term specialist doctors and subspecialty fellows.
The department performs and reports approximately 400,000 examinations per annum, with a high proportion of complex imaging and procedural radiology.
Main duties of the job
This is a permanent full time Neuroradiology post which, in conjunction with 6 other Consultant Neuroradiology colleagues, will provide a comprehensive neuroradiology and head and neck service to the University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust.
Successful applicants will contribute to a 1:7 diagnostic neuro on-call rota, scheduling of sessions is by mutual agreement.
We are a Level 1 Trauma centre for a population of 2.6 million, a regional Vascular Hub and the 3rd busiest vascular unit in England, the first 24/7 mechanical thrombectomy service in the UK with an active role in training hybrid IRs to support the stroke service. The post-holder will be involved in all acute imaging, underpinning these services. The successful candidate will also support a network of regional services together with a team of allied clinicians, surgeons and oncologists they will help deliver and develop a high quality, evidence based, patient centred service.
A desirable but not essential attribute would be the ability to contribute to the service for US, fluoroscopy and CT guided intervention. The US guided FNA and biopsy sessions are supported by cytology technicians and appropriately trained nursing/IDA staff.
We are a Level 1 trauma centre and a Consultant job here will provide great exposure to acute Neuro radiology imaging.
About us
The University Hospital is the main teaching hospital for Keele University Undergraduate Medical School there are also close ties with Staffordshire University.
UHNM has a robust diagnostic imaging training program, as part of the West Midlands Deanery. There are around 42 postgraduate doctors in training (PGDit), as well as at least one Foundation doctor. The on-call services are well supported by the PGDiT 24/7. To support training there is the award-winning West Midlands Imaging Academy, offering a range of state-of-the-art simulators for US and interventional procedures together with rooms of dedicated workstation linked with the latest audio-visual equipment. The Imaging Academy has recently launched the first dedicated training programme for mechanical thrombectomy in England. Keele University Medical School has a radiology curriculum, with medical students rotating through the department.
There are many opportunities provided by working in an Acute Teaching Hospital with a strong commitment to clinical excellence, teaching and research, and a high quality patient experience affords exciting opportunities for a motivated candidate.
A specialised research team within the department will help support research, studies and collaboration with other centres and the industry.
The Imaging Directorate aims to be one of the best in the country and we are proud to have achieved QSI accreditation for 9 consecutive years. UHNM has also been accredited as a BSIR Exemplar site.
Job description Job responsibilities
The detailed job description and responsibilities can be found within the attached supporting documents.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Full registration with the GMC and having or eligible for entry on the Specialist register within 6 months Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register via one of the following: 1.Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) (the proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview) or 2.Eligible for Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) - CESR must have been submitted by day of interview 3.European Community Rights FRCR or equivalent qualification
Desirable
Awards/distinctions whilst studying for 1st degree Academic and extracurricular achievements ALS certification
Clinical Experience & Training Essential
Neuroradiology sub-specialty training Completed full time training in radiology Ability to teach clinical skills to medical staff and students, and other disciplines Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems within speciality Willingness to develop skills to fit in with current establishment and service needs. Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively Ability to plan strategically and to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures Ability to motivate and develop the multi-disciplinary team, balancing departmental and personal objectives Ability to support the Clinical Director of Imaging.
Desirable
Head and neck imaging dedicated experience / fellowship Minor and medium spine and ultrasound guided neck intervention Ability to perform US, fluoroscopy and CT guided intervention Management experience
Academic Achievements, Research, Publications Essential
Interest in and willingness to develop teaching abilities and activities An awareness of current speciality specific developments, initiatives and issues Experience of conducting Clinical Audit Ability to use the evidence base and clinical audit to support decision-making. Ability to organise and apply research outcomes and work within research Governance procedures.
Desirable
Evidence of having undertaken original research Publications in peer reviewed journals
Management and Administrative Experience Essential
Commitment to Continuing Medical Education and Professional Development Good leadership skills, communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work flexibly An enquiring and critical approach to work Caring attitude to patients Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other staff and agencies
Desirable
Management Experience
Professional and Multidisciplinary Team Working Essential
Ability to motivate and develop the multi-disciplinary team, balancing departmental and personal objectives An awareness of current speciality specific developments, initiatives and issues Ability to support the Clinical Director of Imaging.
Desirable
Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems
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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UK Registration
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Employer details Employer name University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust
Address University Hospitals North Midlands
Newcastle Road
Staffordshire
ST4 6QG
Employer's website https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)