Job summary
Applications are invited for this full-time post in the following radiology subspecialty:
- Paediatric radiology
- Cardiac/thoracic radiology
- Hepatobiliary radiology (diagnostic)
- Uroradiology (diagnostic)
- Haematology/oncology radiology
- Nuclear Medicine
- Neuroradiology
- Breast Radiology
- Interventional radiology (hepatobiliary/urological/vascular)
- Acute care radiology
with acute imaging at the clinical radiology department based at King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. This post is tailored for applicants aiming to gain focused sub-speciality experience to support preparation for a future consultant role.
To be considered applicants must meet the essential criteria stated in the job description and have:
o Certificate of completion of Specialty Registrar training (CCT) in Radiology or equivalent and,
o hold full FRCR (part 1 and part 2a and 2b) prior to commencing the post and,
o full registration with a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at the time of application.
Applications are invited to apply for this post to start within 3 months of accepting the offer. The posts are for 12 months. We reserve the right to close the advert early once sufficient applications have been received.
Main duties of the job
The provision of a first-class clinical service. The post holder to play an active role in the workload of the radiology departments and will participate in the SpR out-of-hours rota.
- Undertaking all work in accordance with the Trust's procedures and operating policies.
- Conducting clinical practice in accordance with contractual requirements and within the parameters of the Trust's service plans.
- Maintaining the confidence of business plans and development strategies formulated for the specialty, the Care Group or the Trust.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of £1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and around 15,000 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from King's College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in Bromley.
Our values at King's, are that we're a kind, respectful team;
The trust-wide strategy Strong Roots, Global Reachis our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (EDI) at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we can take Team King's to another level.
King's is dedicated to embracing the broad diversity of our staff, patients and communities and stand firmly against all forms of prejudice and discrimination. This includes, but is not limited to, racism, ableism, homophobia, biphobia, transphobia, sexism, ageism, religious discrimination, and any other prejudiced behaviour that undermines the rights, wellbeing and identity of our staff, and patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Together with other colleagues to provide a service for patients. This includes all aspects of treatment and relevant management duties for the proper functioning of the Care Group.
- Shared responsibility with other colleagues for providing 24 hours, 7 days a week cover for the Unit on a rota basis. Responsible also for covering colleagues periods of annual leave and short-term sickness.
- Participation in Multi-disciplinary Meetings.
- Contribution to audit and clinical governance programmes.
- Responsible for outpatient clinic commitments in peripheral hospitals as agreed with the Care Group management team.
- Contribute to the Care Group research interests in accordance with the Trusts R&D framework.
- Contribute to the audit programmes, Morbidity and Mortality, clinical governance programs and learning from Deaths.
- Conduct all activities within the contracted level of service and operating plan for service(s).
- Work in conjunction with clinical and other professional colleagues to ensure that the productivity of staff within the specialty is maintained and their job satisfaction is enhanced. This may include involvement in the appraisal process for peers and/or junior colleagues.
- Be aware of, and comply with, all Trust infection prevention and control policies, to include hand hygiene, personal hygiene, environmental and food hygiene.
- Prepare for and undertake the protective interventions that you are responsible for in a manner that is consistent with evidence-based practice and maintaining patient safety.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with GMC with License to Practice.
- Registerable medical qualification. MB BS (or equivalent)
- Full FRCR (Part 1 and 2a and 2b)
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in all aspects of general, culminating in award of Certificate of completion of training (CCT) or equivalent.
- Experience and ability to work in multi professional teams in the Health Service
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
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
King's College Hospital
Denmark Hill
London
SE5 9RS