Consultant Neuroradiologist

NHS; Southampton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job description

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. This is a permanent contract with the role commencing as soon as possible. Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

The appointed Consultant Neuroradiologists will:

• Contribute to the high-quality consultant-led neuroradiology service provided at UHS.
• Share in the 24/7 cover of the service.
• Develop specialist skills to work with multidisciplinary teams and support regional tertiary services.
• Provide clinical supervision of radiology residents.

Some duties may be provided by offsite working.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep.

Job responsibilities

What we're looking for:

• Full GMC Registration.
• CCT in Radiology (or expected within 6 months of date of interview) and/or entry on the Specialist Register in Clinical Radiology.
• Completed general training in Radiology and specialist training in Neuroradiology (Diagnostic and/or Interventional) at a recognised centre.
• Experience and skills in a subspecialist area of neuroradiology and willingness to develop these aspects further.
• Ability to work within multidisciplinary healthcare teams, and to supervise and support resident doctors.
• Enthusiasm for teaching and training.
• Understanding of and willingness to participate in clinical governance and audit activities.
• An appropriate level of leadership, organisational, communication, professional and personal abilities to be effective in the role of consultant diagnostic neuroradiologist in a large teaching hospital.

Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).

The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.

Interviews will be held on 14th May 2025.

Job Reference: 188-MD20425

This vacancy closes on or before: 5th May 2025.

Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Training & Experience

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
• GMC registration with a licence to practise.
• FRCR or equivalent.
• Completed general training in Radiology, and training in Diagnostic Neuroradiology at specialist level in a recognised centre.
• Training and experience in Interventional Neuroradiology.
• Inclusion on the Specialist Register / Admission to the Register within 6 months of interview.
• Publications in Neuroradiological Journals.
• Experience in advanced imaging techniques related to Neuroradiology.
• Experience in Fluoro-guided LP and myelography.
• Experience with spinal injections.

Aptitudes and skills

• Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams.
• Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff.
• Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English).
• Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly.
• Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
• Research Skills: Publication of research articles, demonstrating understanding of research methodology and commitments.

Trust Values

• Patients First
• Working Together
• Always Improving

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.