Job Summary
We are seeking to appoint 1 full-time permanent Consultant Musculoskeletal Radiologist at Nottingham University Hospitals to ensure continuity of the service to support the local and regional demand for MSK imaging.
The successful applicants will share responsibility with 8 other colleagues for the provision of all aspects of MSK imaging in our Trust with possible future expansion to the Trusts within the regional network.
Main duties of the job
To provide, along with Consultant colleagues, a comprehensive elective and emergency on-call service related to MSK Radiology.
The posts include sessions for reporting time for Plain Film, MRI and CT, performing ultrasound and fluoroscopy/US/CT guided procedures and participation in multidisciplinary meetings.
The successful candidate will be expected to become an effective member of the team of MSK radiologists, to be responsible for the care of patients in their charge and to participate in teaching, research, audit and continuing professional development.
About Us
We have an important contribution to make to life in Nottingham and the wider region and we take this responsibility seriously. With over 20,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation. We have a budget of just under £1billion, 90 wards and 1,700 beds across three main sites: QMC, City Hospital and Ropewalk House. We deliver district general services to 2.5m residents of Nottingham, Nottinghamshire and its surrounding communities. Our specialist services allows us to deliver care to 4.5m people from across the East Midlands and nationally for a handful of services.
We have a reputation for a sarcoma service as well as undertaking spinal imaging including intervention .
We play a vital role in the education and training of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals.
Date posted
26 February 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
164-6989720
Job locations
QMC campus, Nottingham University Hospitals Trust
Derby Road
Nottingham
NG7 2UH
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Candidates must hold the Fellowship of the Royal College of Radiologists or an equivalent qualification and must either be on the Specialist Register, or in possession of a CCT at the time of taking up the appointment. However the department is delighted to entertain expressions of interest from individuals who will be within 6 months of attaining CCT at the time of interview .
The post will be primarily located at the Queens Medical Centre campus although the successful applicant will be required to provide sessions at the sites where we provide an MSK Radiology service.
A successful applicant would be required to be part of a dedicated MSK on call rota, which will have a frequency of 1:9.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
Candidates must hold the Fellowship of the Royal College of Radiologists or an equivalent qualification and must either be on the Specialist Register, or in possession of a CCT at the time of taking up the appointment. However the department is delighted to entertain expressions of interest from individuals who will be within 6 months of attaining CCT at the time of interview .
The post will be primarily located at the Queens Medical Centre campus although the successful applicant will be required to provide sessions at the sites where we provide an MSK Radiology service.
A successful applicant would be required to be part of a dedicated MSK on call rota, which will have a frequency of 1:9.
Person Specification
Professional Registration Essential
- Full GMC registration
- Eligible to be included on the Specialist Register
- Within 12 months of anticipated receipt of a CCT/CESR at time of interview.
Professional Qualifications/Development Essential
- FRCR (or equivalent)
- Completed subspecialty training in musculoskeletal radiology
Desirable
- Fellowship in musculoskeletal radiology
- MRCP,MRCS or higher qualification
Practical Requirements Essential
- Ability to travel between NUH sites
- Evidence of Level 3 Safeguarding Children (Paediatric positions only
Clinical Skills/Experience Essential
- Evidenced technical skills as described in the job description
- Able to communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, their families and other health professionals.
Desirable
- Specific training in communication skills
- Specific training in patient safety and/or human factors
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential
- Able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's "We listen we care" behavioural standards
Management Skills Essential
- Able to develop, present and operationalise coherent ideas for service development/delivery.
- Able to delegate appropriately.
- Able to work in a team.
Desirable
- Higher management degree or qualification or training
- Experience of change management
Personal Skills/Qualities Essential
- Able to work flexibly in a changing health service
- Able to use the Trust's IT support systems
Teaching, Audit & Research` Essential
- Evidence of participation in Clinical Audit.
- Able to teach and support junior staff effectively.
Desirable
- Original Research Publications
- Higher teaching degree or qualification or training
Person Specification Professional Registration Essential
- Full GMC registration
- Eligible to be included on the Specialist Register
- Within 12 months of anticipated receipt of a CCT/CESR at time of interview.
Professional Qualifications/Development Essential