Consultant Uro-Radiologist

North Bristol NHS Trust is inviting applications for a full-time Consultant Uro-radiologist; this is a replacement post as a result of retirement. The Trust employs over 8,000 staff, delivering healthcare across Southmead Hospital Bristol, Cossham Hospital, Bristol Centre for Enablement, and within the local community of Bristol and South Gloucestershire. Our vision is to empower our skilled and caring staff to deliver high-quality, financially sustainable services in state-of-the-art facilities, ensuring excellent clinical outcomes and an outstanding experience for our patients.

Main duties of the job

The successful post holder will join an enthusiastic and cohesive uro-radiology team, becoming the 5th sub-specialist. The department is expanding the fast-track pre-biopsy MRI prostate service and offers the full range of uro-radiology diagnostic and interventional services. We offer a high-volume, high-quality service, for example 150 multiparametric and biparametric prostate MRIs per month.

The team provides uro-radiology for the regional and supraregional urology services for the South West, both uro-oncology and benign urological disease with urogynaecology sub-specialities. There are 24 Consultant Urologists delivering over 1000 urology cancer resections annually The Bristol Urology Institute operates within NBT and has a strong track record of international research In addition, North Bristol Trust is the regional Level 1 Major Trauma Centre and the appointee will join general body diagnostic colleagues to support acute radiology services.

About us

NBT is the largest radiology unit in the region comprising 50 consultants and 24 SpRs from the Severn School of Radiology, including fellowship level trainees in neuroradiology and interventional radiology, supported by 135 radiographers and 70 non-medical staff.

Our Trust is committed to continuous improvement and innovation. We have achieved a 'Good' rating from the Care Quality Commission and 'Outstanding' in the Caring and Well Led domains. We focus on partnership and collaboration, underpinning our philosophy with our annual Exceptional Healthcare Awards. Our aim is to provide exceptional healthcare that is personally delivered, ensuring patients have control over their care.

As a responsible employer, we deeply care for our staff, ensuring a highly skilled and motivated workforce. We offer roles in undergraduate and postgraduate training of healthcare professionals and work collaboratively with local care providers, universities, and Health Education England. Our commitment extends to providing flexible work options, onsite childcare services, comprehensive travel to work offers, and facilities for staff including catering and fitness classes.

Job responsibilities

Applicants must have an FRCR or equivalent, be fully registered with the GMC, and have a CCT in Clinical Radiology (or be expected to obtain it within six months of the interview date). Experience in UK hospital systems or equivalent is essential.

North Bristol NHS Trust offers a supportive environment for professional development, a comprehensive induction program, and a generous study leave package. Prospective candidates are encouraged to visit the Trust.

Person Specification Qualifications

• FRCR or equivalent
• Must have CCT in Clinical Radiology and have been entered on the GMC Specialist Register at the time of the appointment
• Higher academic qualification (e.g. MD or MS).

Training and Experience

• Must meet the Essential Experience Requirements detailed within the job being applied for
• Experience of major trauma service.

Audit

• Experience in audit project and written up

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.

Southmead Hospital (with sessions at Cossham Memorial Hospital)

£105,504 to £139,882 a year3% On call uplift.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

339-MPJN771

Job locations

Southmead Hospital (with sessions at Cossham Memorial Hospital)