Locum Consultant

Job summary

We are looking for an outstanding Consultant Diagnostic Neuro Radiologist with an interest in Neuroradiology and Head and Neck imaging, wishing to enhance a team of 7 Neuro-radiologists at a Level 1 Trauma Hospital. Expertise in ENT imaging is desirable but not essential. You will support the network of regional services, and contribute to the expanding diagnostic neuroradiology workload. This is within a department 48wte Consultant Radiologists.

The Imaging Department at UHNM is a busy department providing both general and specialist services in diagnostic and interventional imaging. It is a large department which carries out over 700,000 examinations every year.

Main duties of the job

This is a full time Neuroradiology post which, in conjunction with 7 other Consultant Neuroradiology colleagues, will provide a comprehensive neuroradiology and head and neck service to the University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

At UHNM the Neuro-radiologists work closely with their colleagues in Head and Neck, Neurosurgery, Neurosciences and Oncology through cancer MDTs and joint clinico-radiological conferences.

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 on-call rota is currently 1 in 7. Scheduling of sessions is by mutual agreement. Opportunities exist for flexible working, extended working day and weekend working and additional PA's.

We are one of the top ranked trauma unit's in the country and the successful applicant will have excellent exposure to trauma, post-surgical and diagnostic imaging.

About us

The University Hospital is the main teaching hospital for the Keele University Undergraduate Medical School and there are close ties with the University of Keele and Staffordshire University.

UHNM is a standalone training scheme (a part of West Midlands School of Radiology). There is a high level of skill-mix within the department and teaching and training of radiographers and junior radiologists is at the forefront. Every year, there are 7 junior radiologists joining the department for their training. We currently have 37 trainees at all levels and new training facilities. 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.

There are extensive academic opportunities and involvement in research is encouraged. A specialised research team within the department will help support research, studies and collaboration with other centres and the industry.

We are one of the top ranked trauma unit's in the country and a Consultant job here will provide excellent exposure to acute Neuro radiology imaging.

Flexible working requests will be considered

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 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 anticipated CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview) 2.Evidence of submission of Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) 3.European Community Rights FRCR or equivalent training

Desirable

Awards/distinctions whilst studying for 1st degree Academic and extracurricular achievements Higher/additional degree ALS certification

Clinical Experience & Training

Essential

Neuroradiology subspecialty training Completed full time training in Radiology 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. Good writing and presentation skills 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. Ability to teach clinical skills to medical staff and students, and other disciplines

Desirable

Head and neck imaging dedicated experience /fellowship Minor and medium spine and ultrasound guided neck 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 decisionmaking. Ability to organise and apply research outcomes and work within research Governance procedures. Evidence of having undertaken original research

Desirable

Publications in peer reviewed journals.

Management and Administrative Experience

Essential

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 Commitment to Continuing Medical Education and Professional Development.

Desirable

Management Experience

Professional and Multidisciplinary Team Working

Essential

Ability to motivate and develop the multi-disciplinary team, balancing departmental and personal objectives Ability to support the Clinical Director of Imaging.

Desirable

Ability to teach clinical skills to medical staff and students, and other disciplines Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems An awareness of current speciality specific developments, initiatives and issues. Evidence of having undertaken original research

Personal Attributes

Essential

Willingness to undertake a leadership role Calm under pressure

Desirable

Residence within 10 miles /30 minutes of the Hospital Centre Holder of a full driving licence

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