Consultant in Interventional Radiology

Job title:

Consultant in Interventional Radiology

Company

NHS

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Radiologist to join our growing team at Bedford Hospital, which merged with Luton & Dunstable Hospital in April 2020 to form the Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.This post is to support the growing workload and service development. The role is based at Bedford Hospital, with potentially one day a week at Luton.Main duties of the jobWe are looking for a Consultant Radiologist with experience in all aspects of Interventional Radiology, to support the vascular and non vascular interventional work, primarily at Bedford but with cross-site working in future, following the move of vascular service to Luton in 2025.The role involves ensuring the highest clinical standards in patient management within the hospital, particularly focusing on delivering a high quality imaging service with a specialisation in Interventional Radiology. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with colleagues in the Imaging Department to manage all patient referrals to the Trust, contributing to the general radiology workload, including a 1 in 12 on-call rota. Additionally, the role requires providing support to radiographers and sonographers, alongside actively engaging in the teaching and training of specialist registrars, junior medical staff, nursing staff, and medical students. Participation in departmental and Trust-wide Clinical Governance and audit activities is essential, as is a commitment to continuous professional development (CPD).About usOur Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Travel between hospital sites may be required.We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.Date posted02 September 2024Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary£105,504 to £139,882 a year (per annum)ContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number416-CONS213Job locationsBedford HospitalKempston RoadBedfordMK42 9DJJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.Please note that all shortlisted candidates will be required to attend a virtualpre-interview assessment process.Closing date: 15.09.2024Assessment date: 02.10.2024 TBCInterview date: 11.10.2024 Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.Please note that all shortlisted candidates will be required to attend a virtualpre-interview assessment process.Closing date: 15.09.2024Assessment date: 02.10.2024 TBCInterview date: 11.10.2024Person SpecificationGMC RegistrationEssential

• Full GMC Registration and licensed to practice
• Subspecialty training in Interventional radiology
• Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register via CCT (or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview) or CESR (must be on Specialist Register at time of applying)

Desirable

• Fellowship in Interventional Radiology from accredited centre

Knowledge & Clinical SkillsEssential

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Interventional Radiology
• Proven expertise and training in GI/GU/hepatobiliary/vascular interventions

Teaching/Research/PublicationsEssential

• Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and other medical students

Desirable

• Research Experience

QualificationsEssential

• Medical Degree: MB BS, MBChB or equivalent
• FRCR or equivalent

Desirable

• MD, PhD or other higher degree
• EBIR

Management/AuditEssential

• Evidence of management experience or training

Personal SkillsEssential

• Ability to communicate effectively and co-operate well with all staff and patients
• Flexible attitude, team player with good time management
• Leadership skills

Knowledge & Clinical SkillsEssential

• Able to take full and independent responsibility for clinical work and delivering service

Personal CircumstancesEssential

• Reside within 10 miles of hospital or a 30 minute drive from the hospital
• Fit to undertake the role

Person SpecificationGMC RegistrationEssential

• Full GMC Registration and licensed to practice
• Subspecialty training in Interventional radiology
• Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register via CCT (or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview) or CESR (must be on Specialist Register at time of applying)

Desirable

• Fellowship in Interventional Radiology from accredited centre

Knowledge & Clinical SkillsEssential

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Interventional Radiology
• Proven expertise and training in GI/GU/hepatobiliary/vascular interventions

Teaching/Research/PublicationsEssential

• Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and other medical students

Desirable

• Research Experience

QualificationsEssential

• Medical Degree: MB BS, MBChB or equivalent
• FRCR or equivalent

Desirable

• MD, PhD or other higher degree
• EBIR

Management/AuditEssential

• Evidence of management experience or training

Personal SkillsEssential

• Ability to communicate effectively and co-operate well with all staff and patients
• Flexible attitude, team player with good time management
• Leadership skills

Knowledge & Clinical SkillsEssential

• Able to take full and independent responsibility for clinical work and delivering service

Personal CircumstancesEssential

• Reside within 10 miles of hospital or a 30 minute drive from the hospital
• Fit to undertake the role

Expected salary

£105504 – 139882 per year

Location

Bedford, Bedfordshire

Job date

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 03:14:27 GMT

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