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About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a new consultant to join our team of three existing gynaecological subspecialty radiologists based at the Bristol Royal Infirmary. This is a high-volume centre hosting multiple tertiary MDTs every week including gynae oncology and germ cell. In addition to oncological work there is the option to explore pelvic floor imaging and placental MRI.

This role will involve access to US, MRI and CT reporting as well as MDT preparation and oncological intervention. The position is based at the BRI, which is a major part of the newly formed Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, the second largest FT within NHS England. A University Hospitals Trust The post will include a general radiology on call component. The appointee would be also part of the gynaecology and germ cell MDT rotas. This is funded as a full-time substantive position (10 PAs including on call commitment). Consultants are employed under the Terms and Conditions - Consultants (England) 2003.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston. With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer. Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit andretaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe'remeeting our pledge.

Person specification

Essential

Full and specialist registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) Or
Withing 12 months of obtaining expected CCT date and time of interview
Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in gynaecological radiology.
Can demonstrate a range of gynaecological interventional experience
Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision.
Up to date knowledge and experience of general and gynaecological radiology
Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty.
Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
Positive approach to evidence-based practice
Evidence of recent and regular engagement with continuing professional development (CPD) scheme
Knowledge of the principles involved in research.
Evidence of involvement in research.
Experience of teaching medical students and AHP's.
Experience of supervising trainees
Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team.
Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it.
Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service.
Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
Ability to practice independently as a consultant.
Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership.
Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues.
Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English
Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries.
Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multiprofessional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions.
Ability to be a flexible team member
Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances.
Awareness to personal limitations.
Meets professional health requirements.
Agreement to travel to and work in other Bristol NHS Foundation Trust sites necessitated by the role.

Desirable

Higher academic qualifications e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent.
Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust's service strategy.
Broad range of IT skills.
Additional academic experience and qualifications e.g. PhD.
Evidence of publication of peer reviewed academic papers
Formal teaching/ education qualification.
Educational Supervisor training completed
Evidence of management/leadership experience and/or qualifications and courses.

Consultant Radiologist – Gynaecological Imaging

About the role

Person specification