Job summary
Interviews will be taking place on 16th September 2024.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Consultant with expertise in Neuroimaging to join our Radiology team at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust. The post holder will need to have expertise in Neuroimaging and they will provide Acute Neuroimaging cover and participate in the Neuro on-call rota.
Our Clinical Radiology team provides imaging for the diagnosis and interventional treatment of a large range of conditions and performs nearly 400,000 examinations a year. Our Imaging team are committed to the provision of state-of-the-art imaging technologies and constantly evolving techniques.
The primary duty of this post will be to provide specialist diagnostic neuroimaging MRI and CT angiography cover, participate in the neuroimaging on call rota and general support within the department including reporting sessions and participation in MDTs. The successful candidate will work with other consultant neuroradiologists to provide acute neuroradiology MRI duty cover and acute CT angography for stroke.
N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date if we receive a high volume of applications or if there has been a change in organisational priorities.
Main duties of the job
Main Aims and Objectives of the Post include:
- Providing Radiology services to patients in Coventry, Rugby and the surrounding districts.
- To work with the existing Radiologists to deliver the department's activity. This will include ensuring that all appropriate waiting lists and waiting times are adhered to, that services are provided in an effective and efficient manner and that the principles of risk management and clinical governance are maintained at all times.
- To support multi-disciplinary team meetings.
- To develop an academic and research interest (individuals with specific specialist skills are welcome to add those to the Trust's imaging scope).
We are seeking flexible candidates who will support and meet service needs.
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare.
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.
There has never been a better time to join our team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this Consultant post, please refer to the job description and person specification attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Skills & Abilities
Essential
Personal Qualities
Essential
Continued Professional/Personal Development
Essential
Other Attributes
Essential
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
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 Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Clifford Bridge Road
Coventry
CV2 2DX