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Job overview
CONSULTANT LEAD (THORACIC)
NATIONAL IMAGING ACADEMY WALES
Applications are invited for the position of Consultant Trainer (THORACIC ) to support the delivery of training, at the National Imaging Academy Wales (NIAW).
The successful applicant will be engaged for one sessions per week at the Academy. The National Imaging Academy Wales is an innovative and developing facility that aims to enhance training capacity and support the safe integration of digital technologies across Wales.
NIAW is located near Pencoed, South Wales. The Academy provides excellent facilities, including a 100-seat lecture theatre, two workstation-based teaching classrooms, dedicated digital training suites, ultrasound and POCUS simulation facilities, and state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment to support high-quality teaching, research, and service evaluation.
We are seeking an individual with demonstrable expertise and interest in THORACIC Radiology, to lead in the delivery of high-quality education and training at the Academy site. The post will complement and enhance THORACIC training across Welsh hospital sites. Consultants with experience in this area, are encouraged to apply and become part of this exciting development. For further information or informal enquiries, please contact Phillip Wardle, Director, NIAW ([email protected]) or Tracy Norris, Academy Manager ([email protected]).
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The Consultant Trainer (THORACIC) will be expected to
· Deliver training at the Academy
· Contribute to the leadership of training at the Academy
· Provide supervision of trainees
· Direct training including teaching, including image interpretation and report checking
Working for our organisation
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales’s largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM’s location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff’s vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy—Our Health, Our Future—focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
• We listen, learn, and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you’ll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The Consultant Trainer will be encouraged to contribute to the wider aims of the Academy which include innovation, wider collaboration partnership with higher education, industry, and NHS Wales.
· Contributing to teaching undergraduate medical training
· Contributing to education and training of non-radiology clinicians and allied health professionals
· Participating in and leading research, innovation and evaluation activities facilitated at the Academy, including the assessment and evaluation of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies and their potential application within radiology education and clinical practice
· Contribute to courses and conferences hosted at the Academy
· Contribute to developments for NHS Wales Diagnostic Services, such as workforce planning or developing sonographer training
· Participating in research and innovation facilitated at the Academy
· Contribute to courses and conferences hosted at the Academy
· Contribute to developments for NHS Wales Diagnostic Services, such as workforce planning or developing sonographer training
Equality and Diversity: We welcome applications from all protected groups under the Equality Act 2010. This includes, but is not limited to, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/reassignment, race/nationality, religion/belief, disability, pregnancy and maternity, and marriage and civil partnership, as well as those from the Armed Forces community.
Sponsorship: Applicants who are not UK or Republic of Ireland nationals will require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa unless they already hold permission to work via another route. Prospective applicants should self-assess their eligibility for sponsorship by visiting the UK Government’s Work in the UK guidance.
Use of AI: We review applications against role-specific criteria. Whilst AI tools can be helpful, applications that rely heavily on AI-generated or generic content may not provide the necessary detail, which may reduce the chances of being shortlisted. To give your application the best chance, please ensure the information you provide is both accurate and authentic, and tailor your examples to the criteria in the Person Specification.
Correspondence: Please check your email regularly, as all recruitment correspondence will be sent to the address on your application. Applications are accepted in Welsh or English with no preference.
Additional information: We reserve the right to close a vacancy early or withdraw an advertisement to accommodate the redeployment of internal staff into suitable roles. All posts are subject to relevant checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service checks and, where required, Professional Registration verification.
We are proud to be a living wage employer.
Consultant Trainer (Thoracic) in Pencoed employer: Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment dedicated to delivering outstanding patient care. With a strong focus on employee growth, generous benefits including a leading pension and flexible working options, and a commitment to diversity and compassion, you will thrive in a role that not only enhances your career but also positively impacts the community. Located in the beautiful region of South Wales, you can enjoy both vibrant city life and serene natural landscapes, making it an ideal place for work-life balance.
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