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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and forward-thinking Consultant Radiologist with a subspecialty interest in Interventional Radiology to join a growing and highly supportive Radiology Directorate in North West England. This role is suitable for both experienced and newly qualified Consultants seeking to develop their careers within a modern radiology service that continues to invest significantly in diagnostic and interventional imaging.
The successful candidate will join an established team of Consultant Radiologists delivering comprehensive diagnostic and interventional radiology services across multiple sites while benefiting from opportunities in leadership, service development, teaching, research, and flexible working arrangements. A minimum of 1 year of NHS experience is required.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive, efficient, and cost-effective Clinical Radiology service
• Deliver a broad range of Interventional Radiology procedures and services
• Participate in diagnostic reporting across multiple imaging modalities
• Perform image-guided interventional procedures, including vascular and non-vascular interventions
• Provide expert radiological opinions for emergency, inpatient, and elective cases
• Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings and cancer pathways
• Support trauma and emergency radiology services
• Contribute to the interpretation and authorisation of imaging studies
• Participate in departmental quality assurance programmes
• Assist in the development of clinical policies, protocols, and standard operating procedures
• Work collaboratively with clinicians across multiple specialities
• Support service planning, business development, and innovation initiatives
• Participate in clinical governance, audit, and risk management activities
• Provide clinical supervision and mentorship to junior doctors and trainees
• Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate medical education
• Participate in the Consultant on-call rota and out-of-hours service provision

Interventional Radiology Services

The successful candidate will be expected to possess extensive image-guided interventional radiology expertise, which may include:
• Central and Peripheral Vascular Interventions
• Venous Access Procedures
• Image-Guided Biopsies
• Drainage Procedures
• Ultrasound-Guided Interventions
• CT-Guided Procedures
• Emergency Interventional Radiology Services
• Elective Interventional Procedures
• MDT-Based Oncology and Surgical Support Services
Applicants with additional subspecialty interests are encouraged to apply.

Radiology Department Overview

The Radiology Directorate provides a comprehensive range of diagnostic and interventional imaging services, including:
• General Radiography
• Fluoroscopy
• CT Imaging
• MRI Imaging
• Ultrasound
• DEXA Scanning
• Breast Imaging
• PET-CT
• Nuclear Medicine Imaging
• SPECT-CT
• Medical Illustration Services
The department performs over 230,000 examinations annually and supports acute, emergency, trauma, outpatient, and primary care services across the region.

Multidisciplinary Working

The successful candidate will work closely with:
• Consultant Radiologists across multiple subspecialties
• Surgeons and Physicians
• Oncologists
• Emergency Medicine Teams
• Specialist Nurses
• Reporting Radiographers
• Radiographers and Advanced Practitioners
• Speciality Trainees and Junior Doctors
• Allied Health Professionals
• Primary Care Clinicians
The role involves active participation in multidisciplinary meetings and collaborative patient management pathways.

Teaching, Training & Research

The organisation has a strong commitment to education and professional development.
The successful candidate will have opportunities to:
• Teach undergraduate medical students
• Train speciality trainees and junior doctors
• Act as Educational and Clinical Supervisor
• Participate in postgraduate education programmes
• Deliver teaching to multidisciplinary healthcare professionals
• Contribute to research projects and publications
• Participate in departmental and regional educational activities
• Support trainee development and career progression
Research activity is actively encouraged and supported.

Clinical Governance & Quality Improvement

The post holder will be expected to:
• Participate in clinical audit programmes
• Contribute to clinical governance initiatives
• Support quality improvement projects
• Participate in peer review activities
• Contribute to risk management and incident review processes
• Support implementation of evidence-based practice
• Maintain high standards of patient safety and service quality

Person Specification

Requirements

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• FRCR or equivalent qualification
• Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practise
• Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register in Radiology, or within six months of CCT/CESR completion
• Subspecialty training in Interventional Radiology
• Minimum 1 year NHS experience
• High level of clinical expertise in Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology
• Ability to independently manage complex radiological cases
• Experience of multidisciplinary team participation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to clinical governance and patient safety
• Ability to participate in on-call and emergency cover
• Strong organisational and workload management skills
• Commitment to teaching and professional development

Desirable

• Higher Degree (MD, PhD or equivalent)
• Fellowship or advanced subspecialty training in Interventional Radiology
• Leadership and management experience
• Experience in audit management
• ATLS certification
• Educational qualification
• Teaching experience for undergraduate and postgraduate learners
• Research publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Experience supervising postgraduate research
• Presentation and IT skills
• Experience in service development and innovation initiatives
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