Radiology Senior Clinical Fellow 2027/28

Job summary

Radiology Fellowship Fixed Term 12 months. 4 Positions

Applications are invited for a post CCT Musculoskeletal Radiology fellowship to commence in August 2027, based at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust, Stanmore Middlesex.

This is a post-CCT position and depending upon the applicants, may be awarded Honorary Fellow status by University College London through the Institute of Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Sciences.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidates will be expected to work eight fixed clinical sessions under the direct supervision of a Consultant Radiologist. The flexible sessions or supporting clinical activity sessions would cover additional tasks, mainly research for which there is an expectation to participate in department audit and research projects. Post holders are encouraged to pursue individual areas of research interest with financial support available for national and international presentation of work undertaken in the department. The candidates would be expected to provide the highest level of patient care in musculoskeletal imaging.

About us

The Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust (RNOH) is the largest orthopaedic hospital in the UK, and is regarded as a leader in the field of orthopaedics both in the UK and world-wide.

The RNOH provides a comprehensive range of neuro-musculoskeletal health care, ranging from the most acute spinal injury or complex bone tumour to orthopaedic medicine and specialist rehabilitation for chronic back pain sufferers. This broad range of services is unique within the NHS.

As a national centre of excellence, the RNOH treats patients from across the country, many of whom have been referred by other hospital consultants for second opinions or for treatment of complex or rare conditions.

Patients benefit from a team of highly specialised consultants, many of whom are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise and experience. Consultants are supported in their work by nurses, therapists and other specialist clinical staff who are trained and are experts in their particular fields of orthopaedic care.

The RNOH plays a major role in teaching, 20% of all UK orthopaedic surgeons receive training here. Our teaching and clinical effectiveness are enhanced by our work in research and development and our academic links with University College, London. Research departments at Stanmore include the Institute of Orthopaedics, the Centre for Disability Research and Innovation, the Institute of Human Performance and the Centre for Biomedical Engineering.

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will gain experience in all aspects of musculoskeletal imaging and intervention and will be expected to be active in research, presentation and publication. The department at RNOH has 15 full time consultant radiologists. The hospital is a leading institution of international reputation in the field of orthopaedics and is a centre of excellence for complex spinal and MSK oncological treatment. There are units for shoulder, foot and ankle, peripheral nerve injuries, paediatric orthopaedic, hip and metabolic bone disease. There is also a rheumatology and sports medicine facility in the hospital.

For further details / informal visits contact:

Dr Ram Rajakulasingam (Clinical Director) or Karen Good (Imaging PA) on 020 89095639

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised Medical degree. Full GMC registration and licence to practice.

Higher Qualifications

Essential

• FRCR (or oversees equivalent).
• Entry on the Specialist Register (or be a specialist registrar within 3 months of expected receipt of CCST at the time of intended job start date).

Desirable

• MRCP
• MRCS

Knowledge

Essential

• Broad training across all the modalities of Clinical Radiology that will enable full participation with the general workload.
• Subspecialty MSK interest with quantitative evidence of dedicated MSK experience.

Desirable

• Previous MSK fellowship

Academic and Research

Essential

• Evidence of published papers or presentations at national meetings.
• A clear understanding of the research process.

Desirable

• Proven ability to implement, develop and complete research projects.
• Presentations at international meetings.

Clinical audit and governance

Essential

• A clear understanding of the process and its role in the maintenance/raising of standards.
• A commitment to utilising clinical audit as a tool for raising standards.
• Evidence of recent participation in clinical audit.

Desirable

• Presentation at audit meeting.

Teaching experience

Essential

• A commitment to teaching and training; both at postgraduate and undergraduate levels.

Desirable

• Organisation and delivery of educational sessions.
• Formal teaching/training course attendance.

Personal skills

Essential

• Ability to work and communicate within a multidisciplinary team.
• A clear understanding of Risk Management. Commitment and dedication to service requirements and developments.
• Courteous, confidential, sensitive and efficient

Desirable

• Organisational diplomacy. Sense of humour.
• Leadership qualities.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Information technology

Essential

• Familiarity with computerised Radiology Management Systems, Microsoft Office, Powerpoint presentation, voice recognition and PACS.