Consultant Musculoskeletal Radiologist

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

Applicants are invited for one Consultant Musculoskeletal Radiologist to join our friendly and forward-thinking team of MSK Radiologists with a wide range of skills and interests and contribute to the activity of our busy department. This is a new post, and there will be an opportunity for you to develop a subspecialty area or areas of interest. You will be able to progress your career at one of the largest teaching hospitals in the country, with opportunities to participate in research, education and radiological innovation.

The 10 PA posts cover all aspects of diagnostic and interventional MSK radiology.

UHS is a centre of excellence for teaching and research in association with the University of Southampton, offering opportunities for undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and, with partners including the Medical Research Council and Welcome Trust, providing excellent facilities for research and clinical care. UHS is a national leader in research into cancer, respiratory disease, nutrition, cardiovascular disease, bone and joint conditions, and complex immune system problems.

Working for our organisation

What We Can Offer You

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

What You’ll Do

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The Appointed Consultant Musculoskeletal Radiologist Will

• Contribute to the high-quality consultant-led diagnostic MSK imaging service provided at UHS
• Be part of the in hours duty rota for IP and trauma scans.
• Provide a 3-hour Saturday session form home (intended to be 1 in 5) for IP and urgent scans.
• Develop specialist skills to work with multidisciplinary teams and support regional tertiary services.
• Along with their consultant colleagues, provide clinical supervision of radiology trainees
  
  

Some duties may be provided by off-site working

To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.

What We’re Looking For

An enthusiastic and motivated colleague to join our group! Required training, experience and abilities include:

• Full GMC Registration
• CCT in Radiology
• Completed general training in Radiology and MSK Fellowship at specialist level in a recognised centre.
• Experience and skills in a subspecialist area of MSK Radiology and/or willingness to develop these aspects further.
• Ability to work within multidisciplinary healthcare teams, and to supervise junior staff
• Enthusiasm for teaching and training
• Understanding of and willingness to participate in clinical governance and audit activities
• An appropriate level of leadership, organisational, communication, professional and personal abilities to be effective in the role of consultant diagnostic neuroradiologist in a large teaching hospital
  
  

Additional Information

Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).

The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.

Interviews will be held on TBC Click here to enter a date.

Job Reference:188-MT1277 -MEDICAL This vacancy closes on or before: 3rd December 2024

Should you have any queries, please use the contact details to get in touch.

Person specification

Qualifications And Training

Essential criteria

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• GMC registration with a licence to practice
• FRCR or equivalent
• CCT Radiology
  
  

Desirable criteria

• MRCP
• MRCS
• Higher degree (MSc, PhD)
  
  

Previous or relevant experience

Essential criteria

• Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
• Completed general training in Radiology with 1-2 years of experience in MSK Radiology. Interest in gaining subspecialist skills in MSK Radiology
• Evidence of subspecialist MSK training. MSK Fellowship at specialist level in a recognised centre
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Experience using advanced post-processing or reporting imaging tools in clinical or research practice
  
  

Aptitudes and skills

Essential criteria

• Enthusiasm for teaching
• Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
  
  

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of prior audit/ research/ presentations and publications in MSK related subjects
  
  

Living the Trust values

Essential criteria

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together
  
  

Aptitudes and skills

Essential criteria

• Evidence and ability to work effectively in multiprofessional teams
• Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
• Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English).
• Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
• Car driver, with full driving licence, or ability to travel between hospital sites or for necessary patient visits
• Demonstrated experience working in a team and values the input of other professionals