Job summary
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust are seeking to recruit a Fixed Term Consultant Radiologist to be based at Worthing Hospital to join our current team. The post is available from October 2024 for a fixed term of 1 year.
Main duties of the job
We welcome applications from Radiologists with a subspeciality interest in Muskuloskeletal Imaging.The successful applicants will support existing services at our Acute sites plus non-acute as we expand into our new Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) sites in Southlands and Bognor Regis.
The successful candidate will join a team of Consultant Radiologists and Radiology Fellows, in a modern and progressive Trust, with a reputation for high clinical standards and performance.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main duties of the job
The successful candidates will join a strong multidisciplinary team providing both General and Specialist support to the Trust.
- Undertaking sessions as detailed in job planning and sharing in the general work of the department.
- Individual responsibility for the safety, privacy and dignity of patients in their charge.
- Working cohesively with other members of the radiology team to provide an efficient and effective service.
- Providing consultation and advice on the appropriate imaging in conjunction with clinical staff.
- Participating in multi-disciplinary team meetings.
- Participating in the general professional training of medical, nursing, radiographic and other staff.
- Participating in discrepancy and clinical governance meetings
- Instrumental in departmental and inter-departmental clinical audit.
- Actively participating in evaluating and co-ordinating clinical trials in conjunction with colleagues and the Research and Development department.
- Undertaking administrative duties associated with the work of the post and the Radiology department.
- Participating in the on-call rota.
- Ensuring continuous professional development and keeping up to date with job planning, mandatory training, appraisal and the revalidation process requirements.
Participating in, or expert clinical advice to, service re-design and quality improvement initiatives.
Person Specification
Experience and Qualifications
Essential
- oBasic medical degree
- oFRCR or appropriate specialist qualification
- oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- oCCT in Radiology or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
- oEntry onto the GMC Specialist Register within 12 months of starting the role
Desirable
- oHigher Degree including masters or doctorate
- oHigher qualification such as MRCP / MRCS etc.
Clinical Skills & Experience
Essential
- oRelevant post registration experience
- oExperience in clinical radiology and cross sectional imaging
- oSkilled in all core radiology procedures including ultrasound, cross sectional imaging, fluoroscopy and plain film
Knowledge
Essential
- oAppropriate level of clinical knowledge / up to date
- oKnowledge and use of evidence based practice
- oFull understanding of IRMER regulations
- oUp to date knowledge and use of PACS and RIS
- oEvidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation & Planning
Essential
- oAble to organise oneself and prioritise clinical need
- oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
- oEvidence of managerial skills:
Teaching Skills
Essential
- oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- Recognised teaching qualification
Academic & Research
Essential
- oEvidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- Research experience
- Publications
- Prize and honours
Career Progression & Personal Attributes
Essential
- oAppropriate progression of career to date
- oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
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
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
St Richards Hospital
Chichester
PO19 6SE