Consultant Radiologist in Breast Radiology
Somerset NHS Foundation TrustAbout the role
Job summary
We're excited to be offering you the chance to join our team of 25 consultants, as a Consultant Breast and Cross-Sectional Radiologist. This new post reflects the ever-increasing demand for cross-sectional imaging in a friendly and expanding radiology department within a hospital rated by the CQC as Good, and Outstanding for caring. As the dominant provider of diagnostic imaging in the county we work closely with colleagues in surrounding Trusts to deliver services to a catchment of over 544,000.
Interviews will be held on 21st March 2025.
Main duties, tasks & skills required
An interest in Breast Radiology is desirable, but we will happily consider candidates with other subspecialty interests. You'll work in a department with 5 MRI scanners, 5 CT scanners, 5 Ultrasound bays, as well as benefiting from onsite static PETCT scanner and purpose-built oncology centre.
As well as this, we work in partnership with Taunton Diagnostic Imaging Centre to provide further diagnostic services to our patients. Additionally, we have recently merged with Yeovil District Hospital.
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
- Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
- NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
- Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
- A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Job description
An interest in Breast Radiology is desirable, but we will happily consider candidates with other subspecialty interests. You'll work in a department with 5 MRI scanners, 5 CT scanners, 5 Ultrasound bays, as well as benefiting from onsite static PETCT scanner and purpose-built oncology centre.
Please see the job description attached for further details.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
FRCR.
Full GMC registration.
Experience
Essential
4 years as Radiology SpR in an approved training post, or equivalent. Part of this period may be in a post of equivalent responsibility and training potential.
Demonstrable commitment and enthusiasm for musculoskeletal radiology.
Evidence of recent CME/reasonable training progression at this stage of career.
Experience in audit project and written up.
Additional Criteria
Essential
Evidence of teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and ability to teach clinical skills in multidisciplinary settings.
Willingness to contribute to departments teaching and training needs.
Ability to practice evidence-based medicine
Desirable
Formal teaching/training diploma or course
Research experience/ publications/presentations
Experience in development and implementation of clinical guidelines.
"Good Clinical Practice" trained.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applicatio
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