Job summary

This Fellowship post is designed to accommodate a radiology trainee, who has recently attained Specialist Registration with the GMC in Radiology or is within 1 year of that attainment of CCT/CESR, who would like to gain specialist experience in musculoskeletal radiology, which includes all aspects of imaging of the locomotor system, to support preparation for a consultant role in musculo-skeletal radiology.

Fellowship for 12 months from 1 July 2023.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will undertake reporting, intervention and ultrasound lists. The time table will be tailored to personal interest.

The weekly sessional arrangements are usually agreed following discussion. There is no on-call associated with this post.

About us

The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH)is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.

Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role.We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities - including our recently-opened �6 million Headley Court Veterans' Orthopaedic Centre (the first unit of its kind in the UK).RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry in Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales. It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family.

Job description

Job responsibilities

This Fellowship post is designed to accommodate a radiology trainee, who has recently attained CCT (or equivalent) in Radiology, or is within 1 year of that attainment, who would like to gain specialist experience in musculoskeletal radiology, which includes all aspects of imaging of the locomotor system, to support preparation for a consultant role in musculo-skeletal radiology.

1. The Department Equipment

The Department of Radiology at the Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital consists of:

• even General Rooms this includes
  
  • Fluoroscopy Multitom Rax
• Ultrasound Room
  
  • Siemens Acusons 2000 (x2)
    
  • Canon Aplio i800 x2
• CT Dept
  
  • Canon (Toshiba) Aquilion One
• MRI Dept
  
  • Siemens Sola 5T
    
  • Siemens Sola 3T

2. Staffing

The Department is staffed by seven Consultant Radiologists, all of whose specialist interest is musculoskeletal radiology.

• Dr Victor Cassar-Pullicino (Chair of the Clinical Services Unit (which includes Radiology))
  
• Dr Prudencia Tyrrell (Clinical Director for Diagnostics)
  
• Dr Bernhard Tins (Clinical Tutor)
  
• Dr Radhesh Lalam
  
• Dr Jaspreet Singh
  
• Dr Naomi Winn
  
• Dr Simranjeet Kaur
  
• Sinan Al-Qassab

There are a total of two Fellowship posts with occasional visiting registrars.

3. Radiology Practice

Radiology practice covers elective orthopaedic and rheumatological imaging arising from within the Trust and musculoskeletal referrals from local hospitals. The Midlands Centre for Spinal Injuries is located at the hospital. Other subspecialities include Spinal Disorders, Bone and Soft Tissue Tumours, Arthroplasty, a specialist Upper Limb Unit, a specialist Foot and Ankle Unit, Osteoporosis and Metabolic Bone disease, Rheumatology, Childrens Orthopaedics, and Neuromuscular and Locomotor disorders.

Cross sectional imaging includes MRI, CT and a musculoskeletal ultrasound and general ultrasound service. Interventional musculoskeletal radiology practice includes bone and soft tissue biopsies, peripheral joint arthrography, facet joint arthrography, discography, radiofrequency thermoablation of osteoid osteomata, and a range of anaesthetic blocking procedures including nerve root injections.

Regular clinical and pathological conferences are held with specialist teams within the orthopaedic and spinal specialities. This includes the multidisciplinary tumour meeting attended by radiologists, pathologists and clinicians.

4. Research

The successful candidates will be actively encouraged to participate in audit/research projects. Full support facilities including computer and some secretarial support will be provided.

It is anticipated that the incumbent/s in the posts will produce publications during their post and contribute to radiological scientific meetings.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC registration with license to practice and no restrictions to practice
• MBChB or equivalent
• FRCR or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Currently working in an acute setting.
• Demonstrable experience in a Higher Specialist/structured training programme or equivalent.
• Able to demonstrate an interest in and commitment to the subspecialty of musculo-skeletal radiology.

Audit

Essential

• Evidence of commitment to audit.

Desirable

• Participation in audit.

Teaching

Essential

• Ability to teach junior doctors

Research

Desirable

• Evidence of publications/presentations

Teamwork

Essential

• Able to work as a member of a multi- disciplinary team

Personal attributes

Essential

• Caring attitude to patients
• Honesty and reliability.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives and colleagues

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