Job overview
This is a locum post for a period of up to one year providing maternity leave cover for one consultant. The appointee will join the on-call rota for general paediatric radiology at GOSH, which is currently 1:10 frequency.
Main duties of the job
The expected overall job plan is for 8 Direct Clinical Care (DCC) PAs and 2 Supporting Professional Activity (SPA) PAs.
The position will involve general paediatric radiology sessions at Great Ormond Street including reporting (plain film, CT, MRI and external imaging), ultrasound, fluoroscopy, MDT attendance and supervision of complex CT and MRI examinations
There is a system of internal cover which operates in the department and the internal cover sessions will involve the same modalities as the other designated DCC sessions (see Appendix 1 for specimen job plan).
The appointee is required to participate in a non-resident on call rota (currently 1:10) with the other general radiologists. On call covers general radiology emergencies only, with separate on call cover provided by interventional radiology and neuroradiology. 0.5PA (DCC) is included in the job plan for time dealing with emergencies on call. First on call will be provided by an off-site SpR / Trust Fellow.
The appointee will be expected to support education and training within the department working alongside the training programme director, Dr Marina Easty.
List of MDT meetings that Radiology support·
Radiologists at GOSH join a wide range of multidisciplinary teams. MDTs are conducted as a combination of teleconferences using MS Teams, and hybrid meetings. The radiology conference room has been recently upgraded to provide state of the art hybrid meeting facilities.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachments.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Person specification
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- High level written and oral communication skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Presentation skills
- Understanding and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills
- Ability to work on own initiative within an ever-changing environment.
- Basic computer skills
Desirable
- Leadership skills
- Presentation skills
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in paediatric radiology
- Experience of teaching students and multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of leading in Clinical Audit processes
- Published research in peer reviewed journals in relevant area
- Awareness of the importance of Clinical Governance through experience of participating in quality or safety improvement projects
- Completion of at least 1 year of subspecialty training in paediatric radiology
Desirable
- Experience of clinical leadership or management
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Always welcoming
- Always helpful
- Always expert
- Always one team
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Full GMC Registration or evidence of eligibility for full GMC registration.
- MBBS or Equivalent
- On specialist register for Radiology (CCT or equivalent), or within 6 months of award of CCT by date of interview
- Accredited to and Fellow of The Royal College of Radiologists or equivalent
Desirable
- Higher degree – PhD, MD or equivalent
- Management qualification
- Research/ Publications in paediatric radiology
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This advert is for Locum Consultant Body Radiologist with Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust in GOSH. It is listed as a Consultant Medical doctor Radiology role. The advertised salary is £113,565 - £150,569 pro rata, per annum. The contract type is Fixed term: 12 months (Maternity Leave cover). The application deadline is 08 Sep 2026.
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