Consultant Gen Radiologist interest in Gynaecology

NHS; Colchester; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job description

Job summary

Consultant Radiologist - general radiologist with specialist interest in Gynaecology Imaging

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and committed radiologist to join our friendly and dynamic team within the Radiology Department at Colchester General Hospital (which is part of East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust).

This post is a general radiology consultant post with about 50% of sessions dedicated to subspecialty interest in gynaecology imaging. Several sessions would be devoted to general radiology including acute inpatient and A+E CT reporting, general and inpatient acute MRI reporting and duty room or "hot seat".

The candidate would be a member of the general radiology on-call (1:15-1:16 depending on numbers of radiologists). Home reporting is an option with the majority of full time radiologists reporting one session or one day of outpatient reporting from home. Additional reporting on top of 10PA role, is available with additional sessions, ultrasound lists and pay per scan additional out of hours reporting (subject to conditions).

Main duties of the job

CLINICAL

The post holders' duties will be primarily based at the Colchester General Hospital. The timetable will include 8.5 direct clinical care (DCC) sessions and 1.5 supporting programmed activities (SPA). 1 SPA is usually off-site. The Candidate will be expected to share with colleagues a commitment to the general reporting, Duty radiology, Fluoroscopy, Ultrasound, MRI, and CT depending on interests and experience.

The post-holder will:

1. Work in conjunction with colleagues to provide a comprehensive imaging service. The timetable is worked flexibly and will be agreed with colleagues.
2. Provide specialist radiological advice and services to users of the radiology department, including MDT participation.
3. Accept responsibility for compliance with ionising and radiation regulations, along with radiation protection supervisor and the radiation protection officers.
4. Accept personal responsibility for the clinical care of patients referred to him/her. Provide advice and information as required to clinical colleagues and other staff.
5. Share responsibility for the supervision, training, and professional development of radiographic staff including radiology SpRs and other departmental staff as necessary.
6. Attend regular departmental meetings and participate in department governance and development of the service.

About us

We are ESNEFT and we provide hospital and community health services to almost one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our dedicated staff deliver care from acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, surgeries, community clinics and in patients' own homes. We are one of the largest NHS organisations in England, employing more than 12,000 staff.

We pride ourselves on supporting our staff. We offer a wide range of training and development opportunities, as well as flexible working options. Along with supporting you to achieve your career goals we offer a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro rata) and access to a range of NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing programme offers a variety of services.

Our philosophy is that Time Matters to everyone. Across the Trust, we concentrate on improving the things we do and removing those which cause time delays for our staff and patients.

If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge, then we want to hear from you.

Date posted: 23 April 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Consultant

Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 a year on experience

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 432-MC2644

Job locations: Colchester, Turner Road, Colchester, CO4 5JL

Job responsibilities

RESEARCH, AUDIT AND TEACHING

In conjunction with consultant colleagues, the post-holders will organise and supervise the teaching of junior medical staff and students in the department. Research, audit and teaching are vital for the growth of effective clinical care. The consultant will be expected to support and foster these non-clinical roles in conjunction with the incumbents and to take part in the teaching of medical undergraduates and postgraduates.

General Radiology on-call runs as a 1:15 1:16 on-call. On call work is outsourced overnight from 8:30pm weekdays and 1pm weekends to Everlight. The on call radiologist is onsite 5pm-8:30pm weekdays and 9am-1pm weekends and bank holidays. The radiologist remains on-call overnight from home in case of emergency ultrasound and IT failure to connect to Everlight.

Comply with the Trusts Clinical Governance policy, including clinical risk management, data collection and regular departmental audit projects.

Participate in an annual appraisal, identifying individual training and development needs taking into account the Royal College of Radiologists requirements, and meet the requirements for revalidation. Actively participate in continuing medical education to support own and service developments.

• Participate in the Postgraduate and Undergraduate teaching programmes, and teaching of other healthcare professionals, within the department.
• Participate in teaching of Radiology SpRs.
• Maintain an up to date job plan and personal development plan.
• Register and participate in the appropriate CPD Scheme.

Person Specification

Essential

• MBBS (or equivalent)
• FRCR (or equivalent)
• Completion of general radiology training or within 6 months of obtaining CCT by interview date
• Appropriate subspecialty training
• Fully registered with GMC with a licence to practice
• Training in all aspects of diagnostic radiology with previous experience in NHS
• Computer Literate Experience with CRIS and OrderComms
• Senior Registrar or year 5 Specialist Registrar (or equivalent) & ready for full Consultant responsibility

Desirable

• Another subspecialty interest/experience to complement the department

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.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

Employer name: East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Colchester, Turner Road, Colchester, CO4 5JL

Employer's website: https://www.esneft.nhs.uk/