Consultant Radiologist with interest Oncology and Cancer Imaging

This is a replacement post in the Imaging service - Clinical Support & Imaging Management Group (CSI CMG). The post holder will join an established team of Oncology and GIGU radiologists supporting clinicians and delivering acute and elective imaging in both specialist areas and in general radiology. The post holder will join the comprehensive diagnostic body rota 1 in 30 plus delivering diagnostic oncology/Abdominal reporting across the UHL, subject to required skills if they are available.

It is expected that the post holder will take part in the provision of emergency imaging across the UHL.

This is a new consultant post. The post holder will be expected to work closely in the team with the existing radiologists to support the continuing development of imaging within UHL as a whole.

The appointment will be whole time. Any consultant who is unable for personal reasons, to work whole time, will be eligible to be considered for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis in consultation with consultant colleagues.

Main duties of the job

PRINCIPAL ELEMENTS OF THE POST WILL BE:-

• To undertake programmed activities in Oncology and Gastrointestinal imaging. Opportunities for development of the existing service and they will be supported where they reflect and support the needs of the local population and the development plans of the trust.
• To support the provision of imaging in oncology and haematology.
• To assist oncologists with radiotherapy.
• To review oncology imaging performed as an emergency within and out of hours.
• To lead/take part in MDTs including lymphoma/Myeloma depending on the needs of department

To contribute to in-patient ultrasound imaging if needed

• To contribute to an interventional list for US and CT guided biopsies/drainages if with suitable Intervention skill.
• To contribute to the training of the Specialist Registrars on the East Midland Deanery (South) radiology training scheme.
• To supervise and train skill-mix radiographers, sonographers and non-medical staff in their present and anticipated roles.
• Supervise junior medical staff.
• To support and participate in audit, research, teaching and administration.
• To support emergency imaging across UHL.
• To take part in the diagnostic on-call rota within UHL and assist in the provision of weekend radiological support for the Service.

About us

Our new strategy, 'Leading in healthcare, trusted in communities' was developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners and is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

Job description
Job responsibilities

The overriding purpose of this role is to support the provision of the highest quality patient care and to contribute to continuous service improvement. To cover for colleagues' annual leave and other authorised absences To participate in service development and business planning in collaboration with the other Consultants in the department, the CMG and local GPs and commissioners within the local CCGs Responsibility for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contributing to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity, locally and nationally Participating in medical audit, the Trusts Clinical Governance processes and in CPD CPD time is provided in job plans and attendance at audit and other governance meetings is mandatory To work in line with GMC Good Medical Practice To respond in a timely fashion to legitimate requests from Trust officers this might include investigations of incidents or complaints. To participate in teaching and training of junior staff and other clinical staff groups The post-holder will be expected to undertake the Trust Corporate and Directorate specificInduction and competency Programmes appropriate to role.

To maintain their continuing professional development (CPD) to be able to successfully revalidate. As per the Trust requirement the successful candidate will be required to have an annual appraisal and attend / keep fully up to date with statutory and mandatory training as stipulated.

Person Specification
Commitment to Trust Values
Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

Training & Qualifications
Essential

• MB BS or Equivalent
• Full GMC Registration
• Fully Accredited for Higher Specialist Training or will be eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date
• FRCR or equivalent

Desirable

• Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations
• Higher degree eg MSc, MD or equivalent

Experience
Essential

• Fully trained in Oncology and Cancer Imaging
• Clinical Knowledge and Expertise: Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems demonstrates clear, logical thinking/analytical approach understands evidence based practice
• Ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems
• Demonstrates clear, logical thinking / analytical approach.

Desirable

• Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a specialty interest in the field

Communication and relationship
Essential

• All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
• Capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding
• Evidence of ability to communicate with clinicians in acute services
• Evidence of ability to work within teams and contribute to liaison discussions
• Evidence of ability to communicate clearly and appropriately with patients

Desirable

• Leadership skills
• Understanding of the challenges in providing emergency imaging services
• Evidence of ability to enhance emergency radiology services and ultrasound at UHL

Planning and organisation
Essential

• Willingness to work as a member of the team and to share administrative responsibilities
• Able to work in multidisciplinary teams and supervise juniors
• Knowledge of clinical governance issues
• Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively

Desirable

• Awareness of Service Development issues
• Evidence of management and administration experience
• Management training on an accredited course
• Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS

Motivation
Essential

• Personal integrity and reliability. Willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to motivate and develop both medical staff and non-medical staff

Desirable

• Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided

Audit
Essential

• Experience in, and commitment to medical audit
• Participation in a quality improvement programme
• Experience of quality improvement work and audit

Desirable

• Undergone training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities
• Completion of formal courses in audit.
• Published Audit

Teaching
Essential

• Experience of, and commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduates
• Appraisal and assessment skills
• Enthusiastic and ability to inspire others

Desirable

• Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching
• Post Graduate qualification in medical education

Research
Essential

• Understanding and interest in research
• Ability to appraise research critically
• Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects

Desirable

• Evidence of recent research and development activity
• Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty

Equality and Diversity
Essential

• Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs

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