Consultant Radiologist with a major interest in Thoracic Radiology

4 weeks ago


Portsmouth, United Kingdom Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust Full time

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated colleague to join our team of 44 consultants, as a Consultant Radiologist with an interest in thoracic imaging. This new post reflects an increasing cancer imaging workload, demand for imaging guided biopsies, ILD service and to support the expansion of the Targeted Lung Health Check service. The successful applicant will be expected to participate in the TLHC reporting. We are a dynamic and innovative department. and the applicant will be expected to provide acute and sub speciality imaging. Portsmouth is host to the Portsmouth training scheme, providing training to 20 specialist registrars.

Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country, providing acute and specialist services to a population of greater than 675,000 people. The Trust has benefitted from substantial grants, £65 million to redevelop ED due to open in 2024.

Portsmouth is a vibrant seaside port, steeped in naval history and surrounded by the beautiful South Downs National Park. It is only hours from London, close to two international airports and has ferry links to Europe and the Isle of Wight. There are exceptional schools in the region with very good OFSTED reports. Opportunity for both water and land based outdoor activities is exceptional, and working in Portsmouth offers an excellent work life balance.

Main duties of the job

Subspecialty interest in thoracic imaging, to participate in all aspects of thoracic imaging, Lung cancer health check service, plain film imaging, imaging guided lung/pleural biopsies, interstitial lung disease, MDTs and meetings. General work: Acute in-patient cross- sectional imaging On-call service. Currently 1:16 Supported by local Trainees until 2200hrs Outsourced CT 8-10 hours Weekend on call working is in and working for between 8-10hrs, compensated with time in lieu (time and a half). This can be taken within three months of the on-call date. Share with colleagues in the training, supervision, and support of radiographers and ultrasonographers, including skill mix training. Provide training for the Portsmouth Radiology Training Scheme Specialty Trainees and other Southampton based rotating Wessex SPRs/ The job comprises 8 direct clinical care (DCC) and 2 supporting programme activities (SPA). One of the SPA sessions can be taken off site. We are happy to support flexible working ( compressed job plan, four day working, reporting from home (home workstations are provided etc.). Extra DCC PAs may be available following consultation with the Clinical Director, depending on departmental and personal requirements. Regular reviews of job plan will be undertaken.

About us

Here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as the third in the country for research, embedding education and training across the organisation. Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the largest hospitals on the south coast employing over 8,700 staff.

Our patients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes our hospital stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for getting it right for patients, colleagues and our community, you will find a home at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Subspecialty interest in thoracic imaging, to participate in all aspects of thoracic imaging, Lung cancer health check service, plain film imaging, imaging guided lung/pleural biopsies, interstitial lung disease, MDTs and meetings. General work: Acute in-patient cross- sectional imaging On-call service. Currently 1:16 Supported by local Trainees until 2200hrs Outsourced CT 8-10 hours Weekend on call working is in and working for between 8-10hrs, compensated with time in lieu (time and a half). This can be taken within three months of the on-call date. Share with colleagues in the training, supervision, and support of radiographers and ultrasonographers, including skill mix training. Provide training for the Portsmouth Radiology Training Scheme Specialty Trainees and other Southampton based rotating Wessex SPRs/ The job comprises 8 direct clinical care (DCC) and 2 supporting programme activities (SPA). One of the SPA sessions can be taken off site. We are happy to support flexible working ( compressed job plan, four day working, reporting from home (home workstations are provided etc.). Extra DCC PAs may be available following consultation with the Clinical Director, depending on departmental and personal requirements. Regular reviews of job plan will be undertaken. Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

Able to demonstrate appropriate level of clinical knowledge Knowledge and use of evidence based practice IT skills Effective, confident presentation ability Experience in and outside speciality

Qualifications

Essential

Full GMC Registration with a license to practice Entry on the GMC specialist register via CCT (proposed date must be within 6 months), CESR or European Community Rights Fellowship of Royal College of Radiologists or equivalent

Desirable

Management course or experience Fellowship level training in thoracic imaging BSTI Nodule analysis course Adult cardiac/coronary CT

Experience

Essential

Demonstrable, significant and ongoing experience in thoracic radiology with evidence of subspecialist training, including competence in a broad range of ultrasound CT, imaging guided biopsies, MDT experience and plain film interpretation. General Diagnostic Radiology skills to support local requirements for acute general radiology service weekday time and on call/in and working at weekend. Understanding of clinical risk management Subspecialty experience in thoracic imaging

Desirable

Fellowship level training in thoracic imaging Training and experience in teaching of medical, radiographic and nursing staff

Skills

Essential

Professional skills of high standard in Clinical Radiology Demonstrable basic management skills Excellent time management Computer literacy

Desirable

Appropriate and relevant publications in peer reviewed journals; presentations at national or international meetings. Evidence of clinical research training and significant involvement in research projects. Advanced computer skills Knowledge of the principles of service redesign

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