Job summary
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Fixed Term Consultant Radiologist specialising in Chest Imaging .This post is a 12 month fixed term contract post however we are expecting to advertise several substantive posts within the next year to coincide with the opening of our Community Diagnostic Centre in 2025 and locum/fixed term post holders will be encouraged to apply.
This is a 10 programmed activity full time post and is subject to the terms and conditions of the new consultant contract. Any applicants wishing to work part-time or as a job-share will be considered and family friendly policies are in place.
The Royal Surrey County Hospital is a leading modern general hospital and specialist tertiary centre for cancer. Our vision for the future is to continue to develop both as a modern hospital and as a first class cancer centre. Our focus is to deliver the best possible care for our patients, with excellent treatment and outcomes and be the employer of choice.
Main duties of the job
You will be joining our friendly supportive team of 25 Consultants, 5 Registrars, 83 radiographers, 24 nursing and assistant staff and 25 administrators.
Our Diagnostic Strategy includes expanding our services and resources of both staff and equipment within this hospital and in the community, which will in turn support career progression of our staff.
There has been substantial investment in radiology and in the last 12 months, our capital projects have included a fantastic MRI suite with the latest patient experience environment and incorporating 2 Philips MRI scanners, a 1.5T and a 3T both with Acquisition Acceleration Technology.
We have redesigned our interventional suite and installed the latest Siemens IR unit. As part of the Surrey and Sussex Consortium, we have transitioned to Sectra PACS.
We have refurbished and expanded our Radiology department at Milford Community Hospital to include both DR plain film and ultrasound facilities. Community based MRI and CT on this site are due to complete in 2025.
About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
A video about the Royal Surrey - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a one year fixed term post however we are expecting to advertise several substantive posts within the next year to coincide with the opening of our Community Diagnostic Centre in 2025 and locum/fixed term post holders will be encouraged to apply.
See attached Job Description for full details of the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration and a license to practice with the GMC
- MBBS or equivalent
- Completion of FRCR or equivalent
- Knowledge of legislation relating to radiology e.g. IR(ME)R 2000
Desirable
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for Clinical Radiology
- Teaching/Education Qualification
- Higher Degree
Experience
Essential
- Experience in working within a filmless PACS environment.
- Experience in Ultrasound scanning
- Experience, knowledge and skills of all aspects of General Radiology including CT,MRI and Ultrasound
Desirable
- Gynaecological Radiology subspecialist interest
- Biopsies and drainage procedures
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
Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Surrey Hospital
Egerton Road
Guildford
GU2 7XX