Consultant Radiologist with a specialist interest in Breast Imaging

Consultant Radiologist with a specialist interest in Breast Imaging Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

The successful candidate will participate in the radiological workload of the department. It is expected that there will be sessions in general MRI, CT, Ultrasound and/or screening as well as plain film reporting according to the requirements of the department and the experience of the candidate. The candidate should have an interest in Breast Radiology.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will undertake, supervise, and report a wide range of general radiological and other imaging examinations supporting the wider diagnostic services of the organisation. The post holder will take a specialist role in breast imaging to deliver a high-quality service which is compliant with a rigorous governance framework and demanding regulatory compliance. The post holder will work with a team of Radiologists contributing to local Breast Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings and may be required to contribute/deputise for the respective MDTs. The post holder will work across a multi-disciplinary team working with colleagues in other clinical specialities and organisations.

About us

Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values 'the WWL Way'.

WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind, we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.

At WWL we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.

Job responsibilities

• Provision, with Consultant colleagues, of a Radiology service to Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust with responsibility for the adequate provision of a diagnostic service and proper functioning of the department.
• To undertake emergency duties where appropriate out of hours and to undertake this duty on a rota basis with Consultant colleagues. Currently, the on-call consultants undertake/supervise and report appropriate urgent ultrasound, CT scans and urgent MRI Cauda Equina scans. Advice on plain films is provided where necessary. A full local interventional radiology on call service is not provided.
• There is currently no on-call service for MRI or isotope scans.
• Provision of cover for Consultant colleagues for periods of leave.
• To clinically direct medical exposures performed by radiographic staff.
• To participate in Clinical Audit.
• Opportunities exist by agreement to follow individual research interests.
• To participate in CME/CPD according to the requirements of the Royal College of Radiologists.
• Be able to support the Breast Service by providing "One Stop Clinics" for symptomatic and non-symptomatic patients.

Person Specification Qualifications

• MBChB, FRCR or equivalent
• Full GMC Registration and on the Specialist Register or within six months of being eligible
• Post CCT fellowship in Breast Imaging

Experience

• 1 Year in Clinical Practice after completing recognised training in Radiology
• Able to demonstrate detailed knowledge of clinical governance and risk management
• Breast radiology experience: Highly competent in reporting mammograms (screening and symptomatic)
• Able to demonstrate detailed knowledge of clinical governance and risk management in relation to breast and general radiology.
• Further experience in breast imaging

Skills

• Well-Developed leadership and motivational skills to facilitate working within and leading a clinical team
• Proficient in a wide range of clinical skills to undertake radiological procedures
• Interest in training and in audit
• Good Communication Skills

Knowledge

• Completion of recognised Speciality Training Programme or equivalent leading to accreditation with Royal College of Radiologists or equivalent, (or within six months of completion of such at time of interview.)
• Appropriate experience and training in the sub-speciality (Breast).
• Conscientious and proven team worker with the ability to engage and influence people at all levels.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust