Consultant in Diagnostic Neuroradiology

• will be expected to provide a comprehensive diagnostic neuroradiology service and will provide support for the 10 existing neuroradiologists, 6 of whom perform neuro-intervention along with supporting advanced neuro-imaging and head and neck radiology with reporting, MDT presentation.
• in conjunction with colleagues, an active role in the planning, development and delivery of the neuro radiology service for the Directorate and associated Network. There is also an ongoing commitment to teaching SPRs who rotate through attachments within the Trust.
• Support diagnostic neuroradiology colleagues in both IP and OP MRI/CT reporting. Also close working with colleagues in the wider neurosciences and radiology department is expected as part of the daily work.
• A subspecialist interest in Head & Neck radiology is desirable; in addition to reporting of cross-sectional head and neck imaging, the post holder can partake in the network Thyroid and Head & Neck cancer MDTs and also perform neck ultrasound and FNAs/core biopsies.
• Interest in PET CT would be supported.
• Provide support for the local and Network neuroradiology MDTs.

• The opportunity to join a Regional Specialty
• Secretarial support
• Clinical nurse specialist support
• A mentor
• On site staff parking
• Options to teach undergraduate and postgraduate medical students
• Research opportunities within the NIHR badged on-site Lancashire Clinical Research Facility

Essential

• Full GMC Registration and License to Practice
• MBBS or equivalent
• FRCR or equivalent
• CCST in Radiology or eligible registration equivalents
• CCT within 6 months
• Fellowship in Diagnostic neuroradiology from an accredited Training scheme

Desirable

• Subspecialist training in Head & Neck/ENT radiology
• Experience of advanced neuro-imaging techniques

Essential

• Wide experience in diagnostic neuroradiology and MDT work in a tertiary neurosciences centre.
• Experience of presenting in Neuroradiology MDTs in a tertiary neurosciences centre
• Experience of presenting in Head & Neck cancer/ thyroid MDTs.
• Recent experience of on-call working
• Examples of commitment to working as part of a clinical team

Desirable

• Ability to perform neck ultrasound and guided interventions
• Teaching skills for both medical and paramedical disciplines.

Essential

• Evidence of Clinical Leadership
• Evidence of commitment to audit and improving clinical practice/service development
• Ability to supervise and direct junior medical staff and other colleagues
• Involvement in service development

Desirable

• Management course / certification.

Essential

• Evidence of interest in personal development e.g. through research and/or publications

Desirable

• Evidence of peer reviewed publications

Essential

• Meets professional health requirements in line with GMC Standards/ Good Medical Practice

Essential

• Proven effective communication skills (with examples).
• Good organisation skills (with examples).
• Works well within a multidisciplinary environment
• Resident within 30 minutes travel time to Chorley/Preston.

Desirable

• Car owner / driver