About this role
Job summary Musculoskeletal Radiology Fellowship - August 2027 Two 12-month post-CCT fellowship positions are available from August 2027. We are looking for enthusiastic radiologists wishing to develop advanced subspecialty expertise in Musculoskeletal Radiology within a busy tertiary teaching hospital environment. The Liverpool MSK Imaging Fellowship offers broad experience across the spectrum of adult musculoskeletal radiology, with particular emphasis on developing the skills and confidence required for independent consultant practice. A particular strength of the fellowship is hands-on experience in MSK intervention. Fellows have the opportunity to develop their skills in diagnostic and therapeutic ultrasound-guided procedures, image-guided biopsy and fluoroscopic intervention, alongside more advanced CT-guided procedures. One session each week is protected for research, with fellows expected to complete at least one project suitable for peer-reviewed publication during the fellowship year. Opportunities are also available to become involved in audit, quality improvement, teaching and presentation of work at national and international meetings. The fellowship is based principally across theLiverpool University Hospitals. The programme is designed to provide a supportive transition from radiology training to independent MSK consultant practice, while allowing fellows to develop particular areas of subspecialty interest during the year.
Main duties of the job The successful fellows will work as integral members of the MSK radiology team, developing advanced skills in diagnostic and interventional musculoskeletal radiology with appropriate consultant supervision and increasing independence throughout the year. Key duties will include:
Reporting a broad range of inpatient and outpatient MSK imaging, including complex orthopaedic, sports, rheumatological and tumour cases. Performing diagnostic MSK ultrasound and a range of image-guided procedures, including therapeutic injections and bone and soft tissue biopsy, with opportunities to gain experience in more advanced CT-guided and spinal interventions. Participating in specialist orthopaedic, rheumatology and soft tissue sarcoma multidisciplinary meetings. Contributing to the teaching and supervision of radiology trainees and to the department's regular MSK educational programme. Participating in audit, quality improvement and clinical governance activities. Undertaking MSK research during dedicated protected research time, with the expectation of completing at least one project suitable for peer-reviewed publication. Contributing to the wider clinical work of the MSK radiology service while progressively developing the skills required for independent consultant practice.
About us
NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHL Group) was formed on 1 November 2024, born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our communities.
We are one of the largest employers in region, with over 18,900 colleagues who are dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.
For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services that extend to more than two million people in the North West.
We operate from five hospital sites:Aintree University Hospitalis the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside, and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility.Broadgreen Hospitalis home to several elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation.Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospitalprovide specialist services incardiothoracic surgery,cardiology and respiratory medicine, both in the hospital and out in the community.Liverpool Women's Hospitalspecialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. TheRoyal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single en-suite bedrooms and mainly focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.
Job description Job responsibilities
Fellows work closely with a team of experienced consultant MSK radiologists and are exposed to a varied caseload encompassing orthopaedic and sports imaging, rheumatology and soft tissue tumours.
Providing exposure to both complex tertiary hospital practice and a high-volume elective orthopaedic service. Fellows have access to modern cross-sectional imaging facilities and established MSK ultrasound and interventional services across the sites.
This includes experience in spinal intervention for pain management and involvement in selected MSK cryoablation cases. Fellows are encouraged to participate actively in the department's multidisciplinary practice, with access to a range of specialist orthopaedic and rheumatology meetings as well as the regional soft tissue sarcoma service. This provides valuable experience of how complex imaging findings influence clinical and surgical decision-making.
Please see full job description and personal specification for the post of Musculoskeletal Radiology Fellow
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Medical degree (MBBS, MChB or equivalent) FRCR or equivalent GMC registration with fitness to practice and which permits working in non training posts
Desirable
Attendance at relevant courses/conferences
Experience Essential
At least 6 months as a specialist registrar in MSK reporting diagnostic, MRI, Ultrasound and CT examinations Experience of multidisciplinary working Evidence of working independently
Knowledge and Skills Essential
Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English demonstrated by having undertaken undergraduate medical training in English or having achieved a score of 7 in speaking and overall score of 6 in listening, reading and writing in IELTS tests Able to operate independently for most interventional MSK procedures and to include guided injections under Ultrasound, CT and fluroscopy Demonstrates appropriate technical and clinical competence and evidence of diagnostic skills Logbook of radiology training to date Able to operate effectively under pressure and remain objective in highly emotive/pressurised situations and be aware of own limitations and when to ask for help Understanding clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies Able to build and maintain effective working relationships on an individual, multi-professional and team basis with all levels of staff
Desirable
Knowledge of medical and clinical audit principles and evidence of active participation in audit Understanding of basic research principles and evidence based practice Evidence of contributing to teaching and learning of others
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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Employer details Employer name Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Royal Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Trust
Prescot Street
Liverpool
L7 8XP
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)