Consultant Radiologist with Specialist Interest in Chest Imaging

Consultant Radiologist with Specialist Interest in Chest Imaging Overview

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is seeking a Consultant Radiologist with a specialist interest in Chest Imaging to enhance the Lung Cancer Screening program within a busy and expanding department. This role will primarily be based at the Princess Royal Hospital (PRH) and will involve responsibilities across both hospital sites. Due to the increasing workload, there is flexibility to accommodate various interests, including participation in a cancer MDT and potential development of a non-cancer MDT in the future.

The successful candidate will be expected to share in the general imaging workload, collaborate with colleagues for tumor-specific and sub-specialty reporting, and maintain a general Radiology practice while adapting to departmental needs. The role includes participation in an out-of-hours on-call rota, with a focus on providing a sustainable work pattern.

Main Duties:

• Engage in general imaging workload and support tumor-specific reporting using PACS.
• Contribute to the department’s general work, including reporting on radiographic examinations across various sites.
• Maintain flexibility in work patterns and requirements.
• Participate in non-resident on-call duties and evening/weekend shifts.
• Provide general radiological services including cross-sectional imaging and ultrasound.
• Address queries from GPs and clinicians.
• Assist in the organization and administration of the Radiology Department.
• Participate in training junior staff and attend clinico-radiological meetings.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Essential: MBBS, MBChB or equivalent medical qualification.
• Essential: FRCR or equivalent qualification.
• Essential: Full registration and a license to practice with the GMC.
• Essential: Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via CCT or Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration.
• Essential: Experience in Chest Imaging and Cross-Sectional Imaging.
• Essential: Broad radiology skills including CT, ultrasound, plain films, and MRI.
• Essential: Experience in chest biopsy and Cancer Imaging.
• Essential: Active participation in MDT working.
• Essential: Ability to take independent responsibility for clinical care.
• Essential: Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Desirable: Proven ability to develop patient-centered radiology services.

Applications from candidates requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are encouraged and will be considered alongside all other applications. For more information, please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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