General Consultant Radiologist with Interest in Breast Imaging

If you are a motivated radiologist who is looking for a challenging, fast-paced, and growing radiology department, Blackpool Teaching Hospitals may just be the place for you! Not only would you have access to the latest technology (3 1.5T Siemens MRI scanners, 5 cutting-edge CT scanners, and a state-of-the-art Nuclear Medicine SPECT CT suite), you'd have a very team-focussed department with a strong support ethic. We pride ourselves on encouraging all team members to reach their goals and their potential. We can offer and encourage learning and training opportunities to expand your skillset as well! Currently, our team consists of 18 general radiologists with various subspecialties, including breast, upper/lower GI, musculoskeletal, urology, paediatrics and more. Radiology is located in the main BTH site and offers CT, MRI, US, PF, NM, DEXA Mammography and non-vascular intervention. Our refurbishment of the Central Radiology department in early 2021 has led to a cutting-edge diagnostic department, with a future-proofed capital replacement programme in place. We operate the latest technology in terms of our PACS solution with Agfa Enterprise Imaging which was upgraded in December 2019 across our entire estate. Along with our ambitious plans for the future, we are also investing in artificial intelligence solutions within our department.
Main duties of the job
The clinical commitments of this post will include responsibility for provision of all aspects of a Diagnostic Radiology Service at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals (BTH) NHS FT, including CT, MRI, Plain Film, NM, and Ultrasound. An interest in Breast imaging and a willingness to train in breast interventional procedures would be essential.
There may also be an occasion a requirement to provide diagnostic reports on patients at CDC sites and community hospitals. At present we operate a Radiologist of the Day system. The aim of the department is to become more efficient and to minimise interruptions to individual consultants as much as possible.
About us
As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents - it's not just a good place to work, it's a great place to live. It offers several scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For detailed job description and main responsibilities, as well as person specifications, please see the attachments.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
FRCR or equivalent
On GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT date at time of interview
Experience as a Breast Radiologist
Desirable
Distinctions, scholarships, prizes
Other degrees, e.g., BSc, MSc, MD
MRCP
CESR
Experience with Interventional Breast procedures
Research
Essential
An understanding of general principles, scientific method, and interpretation of literature
Up to date with latest imaging techniques
Understands the principles of audit
Desirable
Evidence of personal research projects and their
Publications in peer-reviewed journals
Evidence of participation in audit
Personal skills
Essential
Ability to establish good professional relationships with others
Able to take responsibility and cope with stressful situations
Patient centred approach to care
Able to communicate effectively
Working knowledge of RIS/PACS
Awareness of NHS organisation and core values of NHS
Desirable
Critical and enquiring approach to knowledge acquisition
An understanding of corporacy in the NHS
Demonstrate evidence of CPD
Management
Essential
Evidence of organisational ability
Desirable
Attended a National Health Service Management Course appropriate to Consultant duties.
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