Job summary
Salford Care Organisation has vacancies for Consultant Diagnostic Neuroradiologists to support and develop the neuroradiology service. All sub-specialty interests can be supported, but we would particularly welcome applicants with an interest in Skull-Base or Head and Neck Radiology.
The successful candidate would be expected to participate in MDT and also contribute to the diagnostic neuroradiology on call. We are committed to developing a flexible approach to job planned activity, including home reporting and all of our consultants now have home workstations.
A new PACS has been implemented across the NCA in February 2021, as part of a wider collaboration with hospitals across Greater Manchester, leading to region-wide image sharing.
Main duties of the job
Salford hosts the Manchester Centre for Clinical Neurosciences and the Comprehensive Stroke Centre for Greater Manchester. Intra-arterial (IA) treatment for acute stroke is supported 24/7.
Salford Neuroradiology supports the nationally commissioned proton beam therapy services, currently serving the whole of the UK in conjunction with a second centre in London. We are home to one of the largest skull base services in the country. We provide services to the nationally commissioned Neurofibromatosis type II (one of four national centres) services. Salford is the regional centre for spinal surgery and serves a population of 3.2 million. We support the ENT and maxillofacial departments at SRFT, Manchester Foundation Trust (MFT) and North Manchester General Hospital (NMGH), including both Head and Neck (H&N) cancer MDTs (MFT and NMGH).
About us
The Diagnostics and Pharmacy Group is part of the Northern Care Alliance (NCA), one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place of science, innovation and transformational thinking, the Diagnostic and Pharmacy Group unites Radiology, Pathology and Pharmacy services across the NCA to create a cooperative group committed to delivering safe, consistent, and high-quality care
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.
Person Specification
GMC registration and FRCR (or equivalent)
Essential
- Has suitable registration
To be formally recognised as Clinical Supervisor as defined by the GMC Trainer Standards
Essential
- Has achieved clinical supervisor status
Broad knowledge of neuroradiology
Essential
- Has a broad knowledge of neuroradiology
CPD
Essential
- Evidence of continuing personal & professional development & keeps up-to-date with medical advances
Experience of working within an MDT
Essential
- Experience of working within an MDT
Experience of teaching and training
Desirable
- Experience of teaching and training
Can demonstrate a commitment to putting patient safety at the heart of all activity
Essential
- Can demonstrate a commitment to putting patient safety at the heart of all activity
Able to evidence adherence to NCA Values
Essential
- Able to evidence adherence to NCA Values
Can build effective teams and partnerships
Essential
- Can build effective teams and partnerships
Person Specification
GMC registration and FRCR (or equivalent)
Essential
- Has suitable registration
To be formally recognised as Clinical Supervisor as defined by the GMC Trainer Standards
Essential
- Has achieved clinical supervisor status
Broad knowledge of neuroradiology
Essential
- Has a broad knowledge of neuroradiology
CPD
Essential
- Evidence of continuing personal & professional development & keeps up-to-date with medical advances
Experience of working within an MDT
Essential
- Experience of working within an MDT
Experience of teaching and training
Desirable
- Experience of teaching and training
Can demonstrate a commitment to putting patient safety at the heart of all activity
Essential
- Can demonstrate a commitment to putting patient safety at the heart of all activity
Able to evidence adherence to NCA Values
Essential
- Able to evidence adherence to NCA Values
Can build effective teams and partnerships
Essential
- Can build effective teams and partnerships
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
