Job description
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
Barts Health supports the Pregnancy Loss Pledge and commits to supporting their staff through the distress of miscarriage.
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
Job overviewBarts Health NHS TrustClinical Support Services Imaging Service GroupConsultant Radiologist with a subspecialty interest in Genitourinary (GU)Radiology10 PA's The advertised post is for a full-time Consultant Radiologist with a subspecialty interest in Genitourinary (GU) Radiology.
This is a new post developed to support the expanding urology service at Whipps Cross Hospital, which serves as the urology hub for Barts Health NHS Trust.
The post holder will support increasing demand in uro-oncology and complex urology pathways, working closely with surgical teams undertaking specialist procedures including percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) and partial orchidectomy.
Main duties of the jobThe successful candidate will contribute to the delivery and development of a high-quality uro-radiology service. Full support will be provided to develop subspecialty expertise and procedural skills.
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our existing radiology team. The post will be entirely based at Whipps Cross University Hospital, although collaborative working across the Trust will be supported.
The applicant should be able to demonstrate excellent general radiology knowledge and have extensive experience in cross-sectional imaging, ultrasound and plain film reporting. Importantly the successful candidate should possess the range of skills, techniques and proficiency required to provide a high-quality uroradiology service including urointerventional procedures to our patients.
Research and teaching activities are encouraged and supported by the active academic department and there is a highly successful training programme with registrars.
Working for our organisationBarts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery and development of a high-quality uro-radiology service. Full support will be provided to develop subspecialty expertise and procedural skills.
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our existing radiology team. The post will be entirely based at Whipps Cross University Hospital, although collaborative working across the Trust will be supported.
The applicant should be able to demonstrate excellent general radiology knowledge and have extensive experience in cross-sectional imaging, ultrasound and plain film reporting. Importantly the successful candidate should possess the range of skills, techniques and proficiency required to provide a high-quality uroradiology service including urointerventional procedures to our patients.
Research and teaching activities are encouraged and supported by the active academic department and there is a highly successful training programme with registrars.
Person specificationQualifications and Higher Qualifications Essential criteria - MB BS or equivalent
- FRCR or equivalent
- CCT (or within 6 months of date of interview) or on specialist register
Knowledge Essential criteria - Evidence of extensive experience in diagnostic radiology as well as Uroradiology IR procedures
Desirable criteria - Evidence of participation in relevant regional MDTs & meetings.
Clinical expertise in Speciality /Sub speciality: Essential criteria - Training in relevant subspecialty for the post, e.g. a formal IR fellowship
Desirable criteria - A 2nd subspeciality, such as neurology or cardiac radiology.
Clinical Governance Essential criteria - Knowledge of NHS complaints system Record of incident and near miss reporting
Desirable criteria - Training in root cause analysis
- Participation in incident investigation
- Simulated patient safety training
- Published audits
- Radiation Protection experience
Training Expected Essential criteria Desirable criteria - Formal subspeciality record.
- Recorded log of independently
Management/Audit Experience Essential criteria - Track record of recent QI projects
Desirable criteria - performed vascular & non-vascular procedures
Academic Achievements: Essential criteria - Experience of research, presentations to learned societies
Desirable criteria - First author publications in refereed journals
- Higher degree
Research/Publications: Essential criteria - Record of presentations at specialist societies
Desirable criteria - Research grants
- Grant applications
Personal Skills Essential criteria - Teaching undergraduates and postgraduates
- Demonstrates honesty, integrity and appreciation of ethical dilemmas
- Presentation Skills
Personal qualities and self management Essential criteria - Evidence of continuing professional development
- Able to change and respond to changing circumstances
- Flexible approach to work and evidence of team working
- Able to work as part of a team
- Self Motivted
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect. We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
As an Equal Opportunities Employer we actively support applications from individuals' who apply under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme and will process your application as appropriate.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications has been received and we regret that we are unable to provide notification if your application is unsuccessful.
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Barts Health is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and to child protection. The Trust aims to ensure as far as is possible that anyone, paid or unpaid, who seeks to work in our organisation and who gains access to children, is safe to do so. As such, you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Check as part of the recruitment process if appointed to a post with direct access to children or vulnerable adults.
Barts Health promotes active travel as part of its goal to reach Net Zero. Each site is accessible by public transport and the Trust has a cycle to work scheme and some sites have Brompton Hire Pods.
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