Consultant Radiologist with a SI in Cardiothoracic Imaging

Job summary
We are excited to invite applications for a substantive Consultant Radiologist with a special interest in Cardiothoracic Imaging to join the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust.

Based in Guildford, we are a tertiary cancer centre and serve a population of over two million, offering cutting-edge diagnostic and treatment services. We are dedicated to providing world-class care to our community and beyond, supported by a forward-thinking Trust committed to continuous improvement and innovation.

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality imaging services and want to make a real difference to patient care, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will join our team of twenty-seven consultant radiologists and resident doctors from KSS Deanery, to deliver general and cardiothoracic imaging including a 1:15 commitment.

As a member of our multi-disciplinary teams, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. The Royal Surrey is renowned for its strong research partnerships, particularly with the University of Surrey and the Surrey Cancer Research Institute, making it an ideal environment for those with a passion for research and teaching.

We offer mentoring and comprehensive support for professional development, making this an excellent opportunity for both newly qualified and experienced consultants.

About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5,000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing programme alongside a strong commitment to developing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family ensures you feel valued from your initial interview and throughout your time with us.

We are clinically led and provide joined-up care by bridging hospital and community services, alongside delivering regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford, with community sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh, and services delivered in patients' homes across Guildford and Waverley.

We work in partnership with Ashford & St Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust through a collaborative Group Model, supporting joined-up services, workforce flexibility and development opportunities.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated us as Outstanding. We are proud of our achievements and continue to invest in our people and infrastructure.

To learn more about life at Royal Surrey, please watch our short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo

Adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description for full details of the role, job plan and person specification.

Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• Able to evaluate own radiological practice
• Knowledge of legislation relating to radiology e.g. IR(ME)R 2000

Qualifications
Essential

• Full registration and a license to practice with the GMC
• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for Clinical Radiology via CCT (CCT date must be within 6 months of the interview date) or Portfolio Pathway
• MBBS or equivalent
• Completion of FRCR or equivalent

Experience
Essential

• Experience in working within a filmless PACS environment.
• Experience in Ultrasound scanning
• Experience, knowledge and skills of all aspects of General Radiology including plain films, fluoroscopy, CT, MRI and Ultrasound
• Cardiothoracic imaging subspecialist interest
• CT and Ultrasound guided biopsies including lung biopsies US and CT guided chest drains

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. 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.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details
Employer name: Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Royal Surrey Hospital, Egerton Road, Guildford, GU2 7XX, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.royalsurrey.nhs.uk/

Contact details
Joint-Clinical Director for Radiology
Dr Shelley Chapman
shelleychapman1@nhs.net