If you are a motivated radiologist who is looking for a challenging, fast-paced, and growing radiology department, Blackpool Teaching Hospitals may just be the place for you!Not only would you have access to the latest technology (3 1.5T Siemens MRI scanners, 5 cutting-edge CT scanners, and a state-of-the-art Nuclear Medicine SPECT CT suite), you'd have a very team-focussed department with a strong support ethic. We pride ourselves on encouraging all team members to reach their goals and their potential. We can offer and encourage learning and training opportunities to expand your skillset as well!Currently, our team consists of 18 general radiologists with various subspecialties, including breast, upper/lower GI, musculoskeletal, urology, paediatrics and more. Radiology is located in the main BTH site and offers CT, MRI, US, PF, NM, DEXA Mammography and non-vascular intervention.Our refurbishment of the Central Radiology department in early 2021 has led to a cutting-edge diagnostic department, with a future-proofed capital replacement programme in place. We operate the latest technology in terms of our PACS solution with Agfa Enterprise Imaging which was upgraded in December 2019 across our entire estate. Along with our ambitious plans for the future, we are also investing in artificial intelligence solutions within our department.

Main duties of the job

The clinical commitments of this post will include responsibility for provision of all aspects of a Diagnostic Radiology Service at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals (BTH) NHS FT, including CT, MRI, Plain Film, NM, and Ultrasound. An interest in Breast imaging and a competence in breast interventional procedures would be essential.

There may also be an occasion a requirement to provide diagnostic reports on patients at CDC sites and community hospitals. At present we operate a Radiologist of the Day system. The aim of the department is to become more efficient and to minimise interruptions to individual consultants as much as possible.

About us

As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents - it's not just a good place to work, it's a great place to live. It offers several scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.

Job description
Job responsibilities

For detailed job description and main responsibilities, as well as person specifications, please see the attachments.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• FRCR or equivalent
• On GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT date at time of interview
• Experience as a Breast Radiologist
• Experience with Interventional Breast procedures

Desirable

• Distinctions, scholarships, prizes
• Other degrees, e.g., BSc, MSc, MD
• MRCP
• CESR

Research
Essential

• An understanding of general principles, scientific method, and interpretation of literature
• Up to date with latest imaging techniques
• Understands the principles of audit

Desirable

• Evidence of personal research projects and their
• Publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Evidence of participation in audit

Personal skills
Essential

• Ability to establish good professional relationships with others
• Able to take responsibility and cope with stressful situations
• Patient centred approach to care
• Able to communicate effectively
• Working knowledge of RIS/PACS
• Awareness of NHS organisation and core values of NHS

Desirable

• Critical and enquiring approach to knowledge acquisition
• An understanding of corporacy in the NHS
• Demonstrate evidence of CPD

Management
Essential

• Evidence of organisational ability

Desirable

• Attended a National Health Service Management Course appropriate to Consultant duties.

Employer details
Employer name

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Blackpool Teaching Hospital

Whinney Heys Rd

Blackpool

FY3 8NR


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