Job summary
- Main area
- Radiology
- Grade
- NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 10 sessions per week (Flexible and Home working session negotiable)
- Job ref
- 339-CCS2895-SS
- Employer
- North Bristol NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Southmead Hospital (with sessions at Cossham Memorial Hospital)
- Town
- Bristol
- Salary
- £105,504 - £139,882 3% On call uplift.
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 11/06/2025 08:00
- Interview date
- 05/08/2025
Employer heading
Consultant Uro-Radiologist
NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant
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Job overview
North Bristol NHS Trust is inviting applications for a full-time Consultant Uro-radiologist; this is a replacement post as a result of retirement. The Trust employs over 8,000 staff, delivering healthcare across Southmead Hospital Bristol, Cossham Hospital, Bristol Centre for Enablement, and within the local community of Bristol and South Gloucestershire. Our vision is to empower our skilled and caring staff to deliver high-quality, financially sustainable services in state-of-the-art facilities, ensuring excellent clinical outcomes and an outstanding experience for our patients. There is a £20,000 recruitment and retention premium associated with this position ( spread over 36 months).
Please note the JD for this role is subject to approval by the Royal College.
Main duties of the job
The successful post holder will join an enthusiastic and cohesive uro-radiology team, becoming the 5th sub-specialist. The department is expanding the fast-track pre-biopsy MRI prostate service and offers the full range of uro-radiology diagnostic and interventional services. We offer a high-volume, high-quality service, for example 150 multiparametric and biparametric prostate MRIs per month.
The team provides uro-radiology for the regional and supraregional urology services for the South West, both uro-oncology and benign urological disease with urogynaecology sub-specialities. There are 24 Consultant Urologists delivering over 1000 urology cancer resections annually The Bristol Urology Institute operates within NBT and has a strong track record of international research In addition, North Bristol Trust is the regional Level 1 Major Trauma Centre and the appointee will join general body diagnostic colleagues to support acute radiology services.
Working for our organisation
NBT is the largest radiology unit in the region comprising 50 consultants and 24 SpRs from the Severn School of Radiology, including fellowship level trainees in neuroradiology and interventional radiology, supported by 135 radiographers and 70 non-medical staff.
Our Trust is committed to continuous improvement and innovation. We have achieved a 'Good' rating from the Care Quality Commission and 'Outstanding' in the Caring and Well Led domains. We focus on partnership and collaboration, underpinning our philosophy with our annual Exceptional Healthcare Awards. Our aim is to provide exceptional healthcare that is personally delivered, ensuring patients have control over their care.
As a responsible employer, we deeply care for our staff, ensuring a highly skilled and motivated workforce. We offer roles in undergraduate and postgraduate training of healthcare professionals and work collaboratively with local care providers, universities, and Health Education England. Our commitment extends to providing flexible work options, onsite childcare services, comprehensive travel to work offers, and facilities for staff including catering and fitness classes.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Applicants must have an FRCR or equivalent, be fully registered with the GMC, and have a CCT in Clinical Radiology (or be expected to obtain it within six months of the interview date). Experience in UK hospital systems or equivalent is essential.
North Bristol NHS Trust offers a supportive environment for professional development, a comprehensive induction program, and a generous study leave package. Prospective candidates are encouraged to visit the Trust.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- FRCR or equivalent
- Must have CCT in Clinical Radiology and have been entered on the GMC Specialist Register at the time of the appointment
Desirable criteria
- Higher academic qualification (e.g. MD or MS).
Training and Experience
Essential criteria
- Must meet the Essential Experience Requirements detailed within the job being applied for
Desirable criteria
- Experience of major trauma service.
Audit
Essential criteria
- Experience in audit project and written up
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Dr Doug Kopcke
- Job title
- Clinical Lead Radiologist
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01174949014
- Additional information
For arranging a visit or further details, please contact Fiona Rooke, Head of Imaging and Endoscopy, 0117 414 3503.
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