Consultant Interventional Radiologist

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

We are looking for two outstanding clinicians wishing to actively develop Interventional Radiology at a Level 1 trauma hospital, support the centralisation of regional vascular services, and contribute to the expanding non-vascular IR workload in the spoke hospital, including hepatobiliary and oncology intervention. There are many opportunities provided by working University Hospitals Sussex with a strong commitment to clinical excellence, teaching and research, and high quality patient experience. A completely new hospital, including new state of the art IR department has opened in 2023, as part of the 3T development (Teaching, Tertiary services and Trauma). We have close working relationships with our referring colleagues to make a strong, growing, ambitious unit. Successful applicants will contribute to a 1:9 regional IR on call rota and experience in embolisation techniques are essential. Demonstration of comprehensive IR training and experience will be expected. EVAR training can be provided on the job if required. Additional sub-speciality interests will be considered. Sussex is also a great location to live near to the London Gatwick airport, seaside and South Downs and also has excellent schools nearby. It is also commuting distance to London.

Main duties of the job

The new consultant will be expected to provide specialist interventional radiology services to the Trust. The appointment is to cope with the increase in interventional workload generally within the local health economy, but particularly to contribute to the development of Brighton as the major regional vascular and trauma centre, and contribute to a comprehensive 24/7 interventional radiology on-call rota. There is a separate general radiology consultant on-call for diagnostic imaging, in addition to separate neuro and paediatric rotas. The Sectra PACS system allows remote reporting from home for the discussion of IR cases. The on-call will be supported by a full interventional radiology nurse and radiographer rota. There are currently 10 IR nurses with further posts out to advert. The post holders will be integrated into the clinical activities of the general imaging department with the object of ensuring a high standard of patient care in addition to contributing to all service developments, teaching and research. They will work and liaise with existing consultants to provide and develop imaging services. The candidates will need to cover all imaging modalities and contribute to the general radiology workload. All on-call and emergency duties will be from the hub site in Brighton.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job responsibilities

Please see detailed Job Description and Person Specification for further information about this post.

Person Specification Experience and Qualifications

• Basic medical degree MBBS or equivalent
• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
• CCT in Radiology or equivalent (equivalence)
• Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
• Higher Degree including masters or doctorate
• Distinctions, Scholarships, prizes, other degrees eg BSc, MSc, MS

Clinical Skills & Experience

• Broad experience of general acute diagnostic imaging (including trauma CT) and general outpatient imaging
• Experience of interventional radiology
• Experience of running MDMs
• Extensive experience in vascular and non-vascular intervention (including EVAR and embolisation techniques)
• Experience of US guided IR procedures including drain insertion and biopsies
• Experience in cross-sectional imaging and relevant subspecialist interest
• Understanding of clinical risk management
• Fellowship in IR

Knowledge

• Breadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation & Planning

• Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
• Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
• Evidence of managerial skills

Teaching Skills

• Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
• Recognised teaching qualification

Academic & Research

• Evidence of participation in audit
• Research experience
• Publications
• Prize and honours

Career Progression & Personal Attributes

• Appropriate progression of career to date
• Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written

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.