Locum Consultant Breast Screening Radiologist (0.8WTE)Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustApplications are invited for a Locum Consultant Breast Screening Radiologist (0.8WTE) based at Leighton Hospital, Crewe, Cheshire.
This post will provide the successful candidate with an opportunity to pursue either a sole Breast Imaging career or to combine this discipline with other imaging interests.
The Breast service is an integral part of the Imaging Department and provides screening services within the NHSBSP alongside a local symptomatic provision.
The standalone unit has Siemens Digital Mammographic equipment and Canon Ultrasound.
MR breast imaging is provided locally using our 3 MR scanners.
Main duties of the jobThe Medical Imaging Consultants form a cohesive team, and the appointee will need to be an excellent team player and offer flexibility.
The post holder will be expected to participate in the operational management and strategic planning of the department.
In addition, the successful candidate will:
Be fully competent in running symptomatic and screening assessment clinics, solely or working in close association with consultant colleagues.Have all the necessary skills to interpret breast imaging investigations and perform breast and axillary biopsies utilising a spectrum of guiding modalities.Be able to insert Magseed and other localisation devices.Be skilled in communication and relaying bad news.Be required to participate in MDT meetings.The Department provides a wide range of Medical Imaging services at Leighton Hospital, Crewe and Victoria Infirmary, Northwich for a population of approximately 320,000.
About usMid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a full range of hospital and community services for people across East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester (population 357K).
The Trust provides high-quality planned and emergency care, cardiac, critical care, child health, maternity services and intermediate care at Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford.
The Trust provides over 500 beds and employs over 5,100 members of staff.
A comprehensive range of community services is provided across 26 medical centres and schools through our Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership.
We have played, and continue to play, a proactive role in the development of Integrated Care plans across Cheshire & Merseyside and our local Cheshire East and Cheshire West Place-based systems.
We believe, and it is the cornerstone of our five-year Trust Strategy, there is the opportunity to progress innovative, responsive and effective care in the best setting for the patient, be it in the hospital or out in the community.
At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.
We welcome all applicants and assess all job applications based on knowledge, skills and experience needed for the post.
Job responsibilitiesThe post is offered at 8PAs and further details regarding the role included in the job plan are included on the attached job description.
Person SpecificationQualificationsFRCR or equivalentFull GMC registration with a License to PracticeAdditional higher degrees relevant to this post e.g.
MD, MScOther postgraduate qualificationEntry on the GMC Specialist Register via: CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview), CESR or European Community RightsExperience and AbilityGood clinical experience and proven record of competency in Breast Radiology and also general radiology (plain film, CT, MRI, US and Fluoroscopy)Subspecialist interest in breast radiologyTeam WorkingProven ability to work within, motivate and provide leadership to the multidisciplinary team.Excellent interpersonal skillsFlexibility of approachService Development & ManagementAppreciation and understanding of the role of managementA clear vision for the future of radiology services at MCHFTCommitment to clinical risk management and clinical governanceUp-to-date knowledge of NHS reforms, structures and developmentsEvidence of possession of management skillsTeaching & EducationExperience and interest in teaching, both junior medical and non-medical staff.Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development and lifelong learning.Evidence to allow accreditation as a Consultant Clinical Supervisor for trainee doctors with the GMCRecognised teaching skills course.Special interest in role development and staff training.Membership of relevant medical associations / learned societiesEvidence to allow accreditation as a Consultant Educational Supervisor for trainee doctors with the GMCAuditRelevant experience in organisation of and undertaking of audit.ResearchExperience in research and ability to develop evidence-based practice.StandardsHigh professional and ethical standardsMeets professional health requirements in line with GMC standards in Good Medical PracticeDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
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