About this role
Job summary The Radiology department at the Princess Alexandra Hospital is actively seeking to recruit a Locum Consultant Radiologist with a sub-specialty interest in Chest Imaging (any other specialities will be considered). This position will consist of 10 PAs per week, with an additional PA for on-call commitments.
You will support a busy and diverse Imaging service, with a scope to further develop the appointees area of special interest.
Main duties of the job Main duties of the job
This is a position required to support the Radiology service at the Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) and have an interest in Chest Imaging, pursuing opportunities to expand the Chest service (any other specialities will be considered).
You will be based primarily at the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow, but may be asked to work at any of the other 2 sites that make up the Trust, St. Margarets in Epping and Herts & Essex in Bishops Stortford.
If successful, you will take part in multi-disciplinary meetings and participate in teaching Radiology registrars.
About us The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave; a national programme thats changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.
This means were working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.
Were a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.
Job description Job responsibilities
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Provide expert clinical care in Radiology, including outpatient, inpatient, community and on-call services.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case discussions in hospital and community settings.
Contribute to the development and implementation of integrated clinical guidelines and protocols.
Supervise and support resident medical staff.
Engage in clinical audit, quality improvement, and research activities.
Participate in clinical governance and risk management.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
Collaborate with colleagues across departments and external partners.
Teaching and training
• Provide teaching and mentorship to medical students, resident doctors, nurses and allied health professionals.
• Participate in postgraduate education and training programmes.
Research and innovation
Support or lead research within the department.
Contribute to publications and presentations at professional conferences.
Management and leadership
Participate in departmental meetings and service planning.
Contribute to workforce planning and service redesign initiatives.
Take on leadership roles as appropriate within the department or Trust.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
GMC registration with a licence to practise.
Desirable
CCT (or equivalent) in relevant specialty or within 6 months of achieving Subspecialty training aligned with service needs Higher degree (e.g., MD, PhD) or additional postgraduate qualifications
Experience Essential
Broad and relevant clinical experience in the specialty Experience in teaching and supervising resident doctors and medical students Participation in clinical audit and quality improvement
Desirable
Experience in service development or redesign Experience in curriculum development or educational leadership
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.
Employer details Employer name The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust
Address The Princess Alexandra Hospital
Harlow
Essex
CM20 1QX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.pah.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)