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An opportunity has arisen for a Temporary Consultant Radiologist to join a well-established radiology service in Ireland.

The successful candidate will contribute to a comprehensive diagnostic imaging service, supporting acute, outpatient, and day-case care across a diverse patient population. The role offers broad exposure to general radiology within a supportive multidisciplinary environment, alongside opportunities in teaching and service development.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide consultant-led diagnostic radiology services across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings.
• Interpret a wide range of imaging modalities, including CT, MRI, ultrasound, and plain radiography.
• Support acute imaging services, contributing to timely diagnosis and patient management.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including clinicians across medical and surgical specialities.
• Participate in radiology reporting, protocoling, and prioritisation of imaging requests.
• Contribute to teaching and training of junior doctors and medical students.
• Engage in clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain high standards of patient safety, reporting accuracy, and documentation.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Registration

Essential

• Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent).
• Specialist registration with the Irish Medical Council (IMC) in Radiology (Specialist Division).
• Relevant postgraduate qualification in Radiology (e.g., FRCR or equivalent).

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience at the Consultant level in Radiology.
• Broad experience in general radiology across multiple imaging modalities.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary clinical environments.

Desirable

• Subspecialty interest within radiology.
• Experience in teaching or academic roles.

Skills & Competencies

Essential

• Strong diagnostic and analytical skills across imaging modalities.
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-demand clinical environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage competing demands.

Professional Attributes

Essential

• Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Strong attention to detail and clinical accuracy.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.