Fixed Term Consultant Breast Radiologist

5 days ago


Chichester, United Kingdom University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Integrated Breast Services at the University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust for 2 fixed term Consultant Radiologist posts at Worthing with cross site working (Chichester).

The role will be a full time 10PA post with the opportunity to cover all aspects of the breast screening and breast imaging services. This includes breast screening reporting, screening assessment clinics, one stop 2WW rule clinics, ultrasound and interventional lists and depending on experience MRI and cross-sectional reporting.

The successful candidate will join a busy Integrated Breast Service, providing breast screening to a population of over 130,000 women, receiving over 8,000 GP referrals and treating around 1000 new breast cancers. 

There is a purpose-built stand-alone breast unit at Worthing hospital with modern digital equipment including tomosynthesis and VAB/E.

Digital equipment is also available at St Richard’s Hospital in Chichester.

Main duties of the job

The clinical duties of the post will include the following:

• Support breast screening reporting, screening assessment clinics and arbitration sessions
• Support one stop symptomatic clinics
• Support ultrasound and interventional procedures, including VAB/E and localisation procedures
• Report breast MRIs / cross sectional imaging 
• Support interval cancer and previously assessed cancer reviews 

No on-call commitments.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex. 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post.

Person specification

Experience/ Qualifications

Essential criteria

Basic medical degree Postgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 12 months CCT in Clinical Radiology or equivalent

Desirable criteria

MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research Membership of other relevant subspecialty organisations Membership of the Association of Breast Radiology

Clinical Skills and Experience

Essential criteria

Relevant post registration experience Breast radiology including experience in breast screening Wide experience in clinical radiology and cross sectional imaging Skilled in core procedures including ultrasound, interventional procedures, cross sectional imaging Understanding of clinical risk management An ability to communicate well with patients and staff

Organisation and Planning

Essential criteria

Able to organise oneself and prioritise clinical need Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints

Desirable criteria

Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Teaching Skills

Essential criteria

Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

Desirable criteria

Recognised teaching qualification

Academic and Research

Essential criteria

Understanding of the principles of research Evidence of participation in audit

Desirable criteria

Research experience Publications Prizes and honours

Personal Attributes

Essential criteria

Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written Decisiveness/accountability Excellent and effective interpersonal skills Non-judgemental approach to patients Flexibility Resilience Thoroughness Initiative/drive/enthusiasm Probity Leadership skills Evidence of logical thinking/ problem solving/ decision-making

Knowledge

Essential criteria

Appropriate level of clinical knowledge / up to date Knowledge and use of evidence based practice Full understanding of IRMER regulations Up-to-date knowledge and use of PACS and RIS

Desirable criteria

IT skills Evidence of continuing professional development and research

Behaviours and Values

Essential criteria

Demonstrates behaviours and attitudes that support the Trust’s mission and value

Presentation Skills

Essential criteria

Effective, confident presentation ability

Additionally

Essential criteria

Good references from relevant sources

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