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 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 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 competence 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., For detailed job description and main responsibilities, as well as person specifications, please see the attachments.

Essential

• FRCR or equivalent
• On GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT date at time of interview
• Experience as a Breast Radiologist
• Experience with Interventional Breast procedures
Desirable
• Distinctions, scholarships, prizes
• Other degrees, , BSc, MSc, MD
• MRCP
o EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE Understand the Essential
• An understanding of general principles, scientific method, and interpretation of literature
• Experience of, and commitment to, medical audit
• Evidence of participation in MDT
• High standard of clinical skill and expertise in radiology.
• Clinical Governance and Risk.
• Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on range of radiological problems both emergency, inpatient and elective.
• Excellent communication skills with patients, colleagues, managers and other staff.
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients.
• Demonstrable evidence of lifelong learning.
Desirable Experience of working in the UK NHS SKILLS AND ABILITY Essential
• Ability to advise on efficient and smooth running of Radiology service.
• Ability to cover on call.
• Ability to organise and manage own workload efficiently
• Demonstration of Trust values.
• Empathetic and sensitive approach to patient needs.
• Approachable and effective multi - disciplinary team member with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Positive approach to lessons learnt.
• Reflective approach to personal development with an ability to acknowledge and effectively manage poor performance
• Participation in appropriate peer review processes
  
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