Consultant Radiologist with a specialist interest in Gynae Imaging

Job overview

We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic, innovative and progressive Consultant Radiologists with a specialist interest in Gynaecological imaging to work within a cohesive and supportive team, to provide a quality service in our Radiology department.

They would join a team of Consultant Radiologists to provide high quality diagnostic imaging service across Gateshead and contribute to our Gynaecological imaging service. The focus is very much on teamwork, and we pride ourselves on the quality services we deliver. We have a full complement of radiographers, sonographers and nurses who work alongside the consultant team. Our strategy is one of growth and development both of our team in terms of new roles and advanced practice and in new scanners to support the latest techniques.

The appointee will have relevant general cross-sectional imaging experience to face the challenges of the post, which should include sub specialist training in Gynaecological  imaging. They will be a resilient, a team player who wishes to join a department that is cohesive, friendly and hard-working. Applicants are required to hold the FRCR and have experience in working within the NHS. Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.

Main duties of the job

The applicant will have general radiology and sub speciality Gynaecological imaging duties at Queen Elizabeth Hospital with the opportunity to work flexibly from home or at our Community Diagnostic Centre. They would be expected to undertake the following (which is not an exhaustive list):

• Contribute to the team of Radiologists, participating in acute and outpatient reporting including any relevant subspecialty work including image guided procedures.
• Actively contribute to the multi professional team working in the department demonstrating a firm commitment to respect and include all disciplines and roles within the service.
• Participate in and contribute to the appropriate clinical and educational activities of the Radiology Department.
• Participate in the teaching, regular audit and managerial activities of the Radiology department.
• Contribute to the MDT work within their subspecialist interest area of Gynaecological imaging.
• Contribute to the 7 day on call rota as outlined in the job description (1 in 15).
• Work flexibly within the team in order to provide a high-quality service.
• Be committed to continuing professional development to assist in furthering themselves and the department.
• Meet the criteria outlined on the Person Specification

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Informal enquiries should be directed to Dr Anju Nandhra, Clinical Lead for Radiology and Katy-Jo Wilkinson, Service Line Manager for Radiology via Helen Abbott, Radiology Secretary 0191 4452708, [email protected].

Contact details for Dr Anju Nandhra and Katy-Jo Wilkinson are as follows;

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Potential applicants are encouraged to contact us to discuss the post further and visit the department if possible.