Radiology Clinical Fellow in Abdominal Imaging and Intervention

Job summary

We are excited to offer a Clinical Fellow appointment in Abdominal Imaging and Intervention.

This is a full time, post CCT fellowship, on a 12 month fixed term basis. We are seeking candidates at registrar level of ST6 or above. The working pattern is weekdays Monday to Friday with 1 in 12 evening and weekend on call rota commitment. The proposed timetable will be open to change following discussion with the Clinical Lead.

The role requires you to:

1. contribute to general and specialist abdominal imaging and reporting, and the non-vascular interventional service.
2. take an active part in the teaching of junior medical staff, including radiographers, and medical students.
3. observe a degree of flexibility within the proposed job plan to allow for a flexible approach to service needs.

The exact timetable and job plan will be determined after discussion with the appointee and consultant colleagues. However, it is expected that there will be 8.5 clinical sessions including 1 fluoroscopy and 1 interventional list. There will be ample opportunity for general US/ CT and MRI abdominal imaging reporting, including CT Colonography, whole body and prostate MRI. The remaining 1.5 session will allow the post-holder to participate in research, audit and teaching and development of an electronic teaching resource for trainees.

Main duties of the job

Learning Objective:

1. To gain further experience in all aspects of abdominal imaging including interventional procedures.
2. To provide a high quality abdominal imaging service alongside the GI and abdominal imaging radiologists.
3. To participate in departmental research and audit.
4. To help develop an electronic educational resource for Radiology trainees at Taunton.
5. To help develop a study day for radiographers in fluoroscopic imaging.

Clinical experience:

Experience in all major areas of abdominal imaging will be gained including abdominal ultrasound, MRI, CT, Trauma, and intervention. We have particular expertise in CT Colonography, bariatric imaging, prostate staging and whole body MRI and enteral stenting. The post-holder will be expected to work closely and under supervision initially but then there will be an expectation to adopt a more autonomous role as the year progresses. The post-holder will be encouraged to participate in research/audit projects and to contribute to scientific meetings throughout the year.

Teaching:

To partake and be actively involved in the teaching of Radiology SpR's and other allied health professionals.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and persons specification for full details regarding this exciting role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• FRCR
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practice at time of applying.

Experience

Essential

• 4 years as a Radiology Registrar in an approved training post or equivalent.
• Demonstratable commitment and enthusiasm for musculoskeletal radiology.
• Evidence of recent CME/reasonable training progression at this stage of career.
• Evident in audit projects.

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Ability to prioritise clinical need.
• Ability to organise self and own workload.
• Active involvement in audit with demonstration of improved outcomes/changes.
• Relevant Information Technology Skills.

Desirable

• Understanding of NHS, Clinical Governance and resource constraints, management/financial awareness and experience of committee work.

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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.