Consultant Diagnostic Neuroradiologist | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 23 September 2024 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £105,504 - £139,882 Per Annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 October 2024 |
| Location: | Southampton, SO16 6YD |
| Company: | University Hospital Southampton NHS FT |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 6666175/188-MT1262 |
Summary
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.
Applications are invited for a Consultant Diagnostic Neuroradiologist (DNR) to join our friendly and forward-thinking team and contribute to the activity of our busy department. You will have the opportunity to enhance a subspecialty interest, and to progress your career at one of the largest acute teaching trusts in the country, with opportunities to participate in research, education and radiological innovation.
The 10 PA posts cover all aspects of diagnostic neuroradiology. Subspecialist areas of interest that would particularly complement those of the existing team are adult neuro-oncology, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, neurodegeneration, paediatrics, pituitary, spine.
The Wessex Neurological Centre at Southampton General Hospital is the regional neuroscience unit, providing a dedicated, integrated, 24 hour acute neurosurgical and neurological assessment, investigation and treatment service to adults and children. University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS NHSFT) also has a designated Level 1 Trauma Centre, a Comprehensive Stroke Centre with provision of a 7-day mechanical thrombectomy service, and a regional head and neck unit. Stereotactic radiosurgery is provided within the large Oncology unit.
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help enhance your career. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, was in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
As a Trust, we support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are eligible for a range of NHS discounts and can access on-site nursery facilities.
Situated on the south coast, Southampton is an attractive place to live and work with excellent amenities. It offers living costs 20% lower than London and many high-rated schools. It has excellent travel links. The area is internationally renowned for its maritime facilities and the New Forest National Park and the Jurassic coast are also nearby.
UHS NHSFT provides services to approximately 1.9 million people living in the local area, and specialist services, including neuroscience, cardiothoracic and specialist paediatric services, to nearly 4 million people in central southern England and the Channel Islands.
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.
The appointed Consultant Diagnostic Neuroradiologist (DNR) will:
• Contribute to provision of a high quality, consultant-led diagnostic neuroradiology imaging service.
• Share in the 24/7 cover of the service, including on call on a rota basis (intended to be 1 in 7 with prospective cover)
• Develop specialist skills to work with multidisciplinary teams and support regional tertiary services.
• Along with their consultant colleagues, provide clinical supervision and professional management of radiology trainees.
Some duties may be provided by offsite working.
To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document.
What we’re looking for:
An enthusiastic and motivated colleague to join our group! Required training, experience and abilities include:
• Full GMC Registration
• Completed general training in Radiology and Diagnostic Neuroradiology at specialist level in a recognised centre
• Experience and skills in a subspecialist area of neuroradiology and willingness to develop these aspects further
• Ability to work within multidisciplinary healthcare teams
• 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
For more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role, please refer to the person specification.
Additional information
For more information, please follow the link: https://uhs-nhs.pagetiger.com/consultant-neuroradiologist
Should you have any queries regarding the post or if you would like to arrange an informal visit, please contact Dr Harriet Joy - Harriet.Joy@uhs.nhs.uk Alternatively, if you are ready to apply, please follow the link to complete an application
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Interviews will be held on Tuesday, 19 November 2024
Job Reference: MT1262 - This vacancy closes on or before: Wednesday 23rd October 2024
This advert closes on Wednesday 23 Oct 2024