Job summary
Sheffield Childrens NHS Foundation Trust (SCFT) are looking for an enthusiastic radiologist with specialist paediatric radiology training to join our team of 6 paediatric radiologists.
Applications are invited from candidates with general and specialist paediatric radiology training and a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in radiology (or who will be within 6 months of being issued with their CCT at the time of interview).
Applicants for this post should demonstrate sub-specialist training in paediatric radiology at a recognised tertiary paediatric centre with additional specialist training in tertiary paediatric neuroradiology. The post-holder will take a lead role in undergraduate and post-graduate education and it is anticipated they will take on the role of Clinical Tutor.
The post is for 8 programmed activities. Any Consultant who is unable for personal reasons to work full-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 with the Trust in consultation with Consultant colleagues
Main duties of the job
The appointee will help provide daytime and on-call specialist Imaging Services at Sheffield Children's Hospital and Jessop Wing SCBU (STHFT).
Services include general paediatric radiology (plain film, US, CT, MRI & fluoroscopy). The South Yorkshire training scheme provide 1st on-call registrar cover for general paediatric imaging (ie. CT and US) with Consultants 1st on call for fluoroscopy, imaging of SPA, MRI and neonatal imaging.
There will be an on-call commitment of 1 in 7. Weeknight on-call is from 5pm to 9 am the following morning & weekend on-call is from 5 pm Friday to 9 am Monday. The post may include one day working off-site in a District General Hospital (approximately every 4 weeks).
Together with the existing paediatric neuroradiologists - Dr Ruth Batty, Dr Dan Connolly & Dr Hannah Holmes (STHFT) and Dr Ashok Raghavan (SCFT) the appointee will provide specialist paediatric neuroradiology support for SCFT and SYB ICS. In addition to 2 dedicated neuroradiology sessions each week, there is a Thursday afternoon neuroscience MDT (neurology, neurosurgery ,neuro-oncology safeguarding).
In addition to diagnostic neuroradiology, the appointee will perform interventional radiology procedures, to include image-guided lumbar puncture. The appointee will help provide general interventional procedures including gastro-jejunal tube replacement (non-GA) and abscess drainage or tumour biopsy (GA)
About us
Sheffield Children's is one of three independent, specialist paediatric hospitals in the country, providing dedicated healthcare for children and young people across community, mental health and acute specialist settings.
We have three overarching aims that set the direction for the Trust in our vision "to create a healthier future for children and young people."
- Outstanding patient care
- Brilliant place to work
- Leader in children's health
Our commitment to rewarding colleagues is demonstrated through our brilliant reward and benefits offer including; generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme and access to salary sacrifice schemes such as cycle to work and lease cars.
We are committed to supporting colleagues from different heritages and lifestyles while at work. This is supported through the offer we have in place for flexible working and the three equality network groups we have in place. Colleagues are encouraged to join these groups and request flexible working.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
For an informal chat about this role, please contact Iwan Roberts Tel-0114 271 7166 [email protected]
Interviews are scheduled to take place on Tuesday 11th June.
Inclusive Recruitment & Selection
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and accurate data capture is an important part of that to ensure we are supportive and representative. Our aim is to ensure that all applicants can see themselves in the available categories on our application form, but we recognise that some of our data capture fields are not inclusive. We have flagged this with our system provider to ask for change.
We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager: [email protected]
We are continually reviewing our recruitment & selection process to support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you have any ideas for improvement, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert at [email protected]
Trust Values
The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:
- Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect
- Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility
- Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion
- Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- FRCR or equivalent higher qualification
- Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or equivalent or within 6 months of gaining CCT
Knowledge/Previous Experience
Essential
- Completion of sub-speciality training in pediatric radiology in an approved location, as determined by the relevant Royal College committees
- Specialist training in paediatric neuroradiology (with a minimum of 6 months specialist neuroradiology training on starting the post)
- Competence in paediatric lumbar puncture
- Clinical experience of imaging in safeguarding and attendance at local and regional safeguarding meetings
- Current independent experience in delivering urgent imaging (including the imaging of neonatal bilious vomiting)
- Competence in routine interventional procedures in children - including biopsy (GA) and abscess drainage (GA)
- Competence in gastro-jejunal tube replacement (non-GA)
Established commitment to Education and training in paediatric radiology
Essential
- Experience of a lead role in undergraduate or postgraduate education in paediatric radiology at a local level
- Experience of a lead role in undergraduate or postgraduate education in paediatric radiology at a national level
- Evidence of excellence in education eg. honours, medals, awards, acknowledgements
Skills
Essential
- Leadership skills
- Ability to work harmoniously as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Good communication skills, particularly in dealing with medical colleagues, nurses, children and parents both within the service and with other Trusts
- Flexible/Adaptable
- High level of personal organization.
- Enthusiastic
Desirable
- Evidence of training in Management and Leadership Development
Demonstrates Trust Values
Essential
- Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Sheffield Childrens NHS Foundation Trust
Sheffield Childrens Hospital, Western Bank
Sheffield
S10 2TH