Specialist in Breast Radiology

NHS foundation trust on the South Coast of England | Integrated breast service across two hospital sites | Screening and symptomatic work

Overview
A substantive specialist grade post in breast radiology is available with a large NHS foundation trust on the South Coast of England. The appointee will join an integrated breast service working across two hospital sites, with the main base at one of them. The post is full time at 10 PAs and covers all aspects of breast screening and symptomatic imaging. The trust would welcome a discussion about progression to consultant once the appointee is on the Specialist Register.

The department
The integrated breast service screens a population of more than 135,000 women. Each year it receives over 8,000 GP referrals and treats around 1,000 new breast cancers. The main site has digital mammography with tomosynthesis and offers vacuum-assisted biopsy and excision.

The service works closely as a multidisciplinary team, and the trust holds an Outstanding for Caring rating from the CQC. New starters can be offered a buddy, and there are active staff networks.

The post
The appointee will support breast screening reporting, screening assessment clinics and arbitration sessions, as well as one-stop symptomatic clinics including two-week-wait referrals. The role includes ultrasound and interventional lists, VAB/E and localisation procedures, and attendance at MDM.

Depending on experience, the post also includes breast MRI and cross-sectional reporting, along with contributing to interval cancer and previously assessed cancer reviews.

Person specification
Essential
A primary medical qualification
FRCR or a recognised equivalent
Full registration and a licence to practise with the GMC
At least 12 years of medical work since primary qualification, including at least six years in a relevant specialty at specialty doctor or equivalent grade (equivalent experience from other grades, including overseas, is accepted)
Experience in breast radiology, both screening and symptomatic
Experience in clinical radiology and cross-sectional imaging
Evidence of interest and participation in audit, and a commitment to teaching

Desirable
A higher degree
A recognised teaching qualification
Research experience and publications
Evidence of managerial skills

Benefits
Staff benefits include the NHS Pension Scheme, flexible working, salary sacrifice schemes, NHS discount schemes, and support for new starters through the trust’s buddy scheme and staff networks.

The area
The post is based on the South Coast, between the South Downs and the sea. Direct rail links run along the coast and up to London.

Making an application
All CVs should be submitted through BDI Resourcing. BDI Resourcing will handle the introduction, keep you updated on shortlisting, and support you through compliance and relocation.

For a confidential discussion, please contact: Nicola Humroy, Director of Diagnostics, BDI Resourcing nicolahumroy@bdiresourcing.com | 07507 565 111

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