The Locum Consultant in General Radiology with a Special Interest in Musculoskeletal (MSK) Imaging will join the Radiology Department, primarily based at Northwick Park Hospital. The role includes providing general radiology services, with a focus on MSK imaging, across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings. The consultant will also be expected to contribute to multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, support service development, and engage in training and teaching activities.
Job Overview
The Locum Consultant Radiologist will provide general radiology services, including diagnostic and interventional procedures, with a special focus on musculoskeletal imaging. The role includes performing MRI, CT, ultrasound, and image-guided interventions for MSK cases. The consultant will be responsible for participating in MDT meetings, collaborating with orthopaedic, rheumatology, and oncology teams to provide specialist imaging input. They will also engage in teaching, research, and audit activities, contributing to the continuous improvement of the department.
Clinical Responsibilities:
Provide general radiology services, including diagnostic imaging for a wide range of conditions.
Perform musculoskeletal imaging using MRI, CT, and ultrasound.
Carry out image-guided interventional procedures, such as joint injections and biopsies.
Support the acute radiology service, with a focus on MSK imaging.
Multidisciplinary Collaboration:
Take a proactive role in the development of anaesthesia services and contribute to quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
Work closely with clinical leads and other consultants to improve service delivery and implement new clinical pathways.
Teaching and Training:
Provide training and mentorship to junior doctors, radiographers, and other healthcare professionals.
Participate in educational activities, including clinical teaching and supervision of radiology trainees.
Service Development and Governance:
Contribute to the development of MSK radiology services within the Trust.
Engage in clinical audit, research, and quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care and service delivery.
Job Plan:
This position offers an exciting opportunity for a consultant radiologist with a passion for musculoskeletal imaging to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, contributing to both clinical practice and the development of the department.
Requirements
Qualification:
Full GMC registration with a license to practice.
Fellowship of the Royal College of Radiologists (FRCR) or equivalent.
CCT in Clinical Radiology or equivalent (or within six months of achieving it).
Experience:
Comprehensive training in general radiology with a special interest in musculoskeletal imaging.
Experience in diagnostic and interventional MSK imaging using MRI, CT, ultrasound, and image-guided procedures.
Prior experience in NHS radiology services is desirable.
Skills:
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with clinical teams.
Excellent diagnostic and technical skills in MSK imaging.
Ability to contribute to teaching, clinical governance, and service improvement.
Job Overview
The Locum Consultant Radiologist will provide general radiology services, including diagnostic and interventional procedures, with a special focus on musculoskeletal imaging. The role includes performing MRI, CT, ultrasound, and image-guided interventions for MSK cases. The consultant will be responsible for participating in MDT meetings, collaborating with orthopaedic, rheumatology, and oncology teams to provide specialist imaging input. They will also engage in teaching, research, and audit activities, contributing to the continuous improvement of the department.
Clinical Responsibilities:
Provide general radiology services, including diagnostic imaging for a wide range of conditions.
Perform musculoskeletal imaging using MRI, CT, and ultrasound.
Carry out image-guided interventional procedures, such as joint injections and biopsies.
Support the acute radiology service, with a focus on MSK imaging.
Multidisciplinary Collaboration:
Take a proactive role in the development of anaesthesia services and contribute to quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
Work closely with clinical leads and other consultants to improve service delivery and implement new clinical pathways.
Teaching and Training:
Provide training and mentorship to junior doctors, radiographers, and other healthcare professionals.
Participate in educational activities, including clinical teaching and supervision of radiology trainees.
Service Development and Governance:
Contribute to the development of MSK radiology services within the Trust.
Engage in clinical audit, research, and quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care and service delivery.
Job Plan:
This position offers an exciting opportunity for a consultant radiologist with a passion for musculoskeletal imaging to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, contributing to both clinical practice and the development of the department.
Requirements
Qualification:
Full GMC registration with a license to practice.
Fellowship of the Royal College of Radiologists (FRCR) or equivalent.
CCT in Clinical Radiology or equivalent (or within six months of achieving it).
Experience:
Comprehensive training in general radiology with a special interest in musculoskeletal imaging.
Experience in diagnostic and interventional MSK imaging using MRI, CT, ultrasound, and image-guided procedures.
Prior experience in NHS radiology services is desirable.
Skills:
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with clinical teams.
Excellent diagnostic and technical skills in MSK imaging.
Ability to contribute to teaching, clinical governance, and service improvement.
About London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust
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London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) is one of the largest integrated healthcare trusts in the UK, providing a comprehensive range of acute and specialist services to the diverse populations of Brent, Ealing, Harrow, and beyond. With over 8,200 staff serving nearly one million people, the Trust operates across several key sites, including Northwick Park Hospital, Ealing Hospital, Central Middlesex Hospital, and St Mark’s Hospital., LNWH is renowned for its leadership in clinical excellence, offering advanced services such as one of the country’s top-rated hyper-acute stroke units and the internationally recognized St Mark’s Hospital for bowel disease. The Trust is also a major center for medical education and research, affiliated with leading universities and involved in pioneering healthcare advancements., Dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, LNWH places a strong emphasis on innovation, teaching, and research to improve health outcomes for the communities it serves.
