Consultant Cardiothoracic Radiologist
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Cardiothoracic Radiologist to join the expanding Radiology Service at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust, helping to deliver exceptional imaging services to the population of South Essex. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in Cardiac MRI, or those who are keen to develop and achieve accreditation in this specialist area.
This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of advanced cardiothoracic imaging services supporting both acute hospital care and Community Diagnostic Centres linked to Basildon University Hospital. You will join one of the largest and most progressive radiology services in the region, working within a fully integrated Trust-wide team of over 500 staff and 60 Consultant Radiologists across our three hospital sites.
Supported by strong clinical leadership and a collaborative culture, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality diagnostic services, shaping clinical pathways and contributing to the development of imaging protocols and service innovation.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious radiologist looking to further develop their specialist interests while working in a supportive environment that values professional development, collaboration and excellence in patient care. Join us and help shape the future of cardiothoracic imaging across Mid and South Essex.
Main duties of the job
Deliver a diagnostic radiology service of high quality. Contribute to development of the general and specialist imaging service to support the Trust in ensuring provision of high quality diagnostic support throughout the week. Work flexibly with colleagues to support the timely management of emergencies and inpatients. Undertake an appropriate share of the on-call rota for diagnostic radiology.
Participate in multi-disciplinary clinical meetings (MDT). Ensure that standards are maintained and developed through clinical audit, evidence- based research and appraisal. Be familiar with the College curricula for junior doctor training and contribute to their training requirements, including tutorials, on-the-job teaching, mentoring, appraisal and assessment. Contribute to the training of undergraduates and advanced practitioner radiographers.
Maintain personal professional development in accordance with the requirements of the Royal College of Radiologists and the General Medical Council. Ensure that new techniques (outside ethically approved research projects) are only introduced after appropriate training, with approval of the relevant clinical directorates and with arrangements for evaluation and an audit trail.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well-being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Job responsibilities
For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.We look forward to your application!Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.
Person Specification
Qualifications · Essential
MBBS or Equivalent entry on GMC Specialist Register; eligible for entry on Register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of training (CCT) at time of interview Evidence of formal subspecialty training and cardiothoracic imaging fellowship with cardiac MRI
Desirable
Level 3 accreditation/certification Cardiac MRI and Cardiac CT
Experience · Essential
Expertise in performing and reporting cardiac MRI and CT Experience in thoracic diagnostic CT Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients, including an ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems in cardiothoracic imaging. Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in the specialty.
Desirable
Expertise in CT guided thoracic intervention Experience of simple interventional procedures (biopsy and drainage)
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 applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
