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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Consultant Radiologist with a specialist interest in Nuclear Medicine to join a modern, expanding radiology service in the North West region. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, forward-thinking department equipped with state-of-the-art imaging technology, a growing consulting team, and an organisational commitment to innovation, artificial intelligence, and high-quality patient care.

You will join a multi-professional radiology team providing diagnostic services across acute and community settings, with opportunities for leadership, teaching, research, and service development.

 

Primary Duties of the Job

Clinical Responsibilities

The post holder will provide a full range of Diagnostic Radiology services, including:

• CT, MRI, Plain Film and Ultrasound reporting.
• Diagnostic Nuclear Medicine, including a broad portfolio of examinations and cardiac imaging.
• Regular reporting of SPECT-CT studies requires extensive experience and advanced interpretation skills.
• Supporting diagnostic services across acute and community hospital sites.
• Participating in the Radiologist of the Day rota, designed to improve efficiency and minimise interruptions (currently under review as the team expands).

Experience in advanced nuclear medicine imaging techniques and a strong understanding of current best practice are essential.

Candidates should also demonstrate formal training in Nuclear Medicine and the ability to maintain high diagnostic accuracy across their general radiology practice.

Teaching & Training

The organisation has an excellent reputation for education, with significant teaching commitments and modern training facilities.

You will be expected to:

• Teach undergraduate medical students from regional universities.
• Deliver teaching for postgraduate trainees (Foundation, Core and Speciality Trainees).
• Participate in supervision and mentorship of junior doctors, radiographers and allied health learners.
• Engage in multidisciplinary education and simulation-based training.
• Participate in CPD, faculty development programmes and educational meetings.

Facilities include:

• A Health Professionals Education Centre
• 24-hour library and digital resource access
• A fully equipped clinical skills and simulation suite
• High-fidelity manikins and advanced audiovisual feedback systems

Clinical Audit

• Contribute to local, regional, and national audit programmes.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement to ensure services align with clinical governance and best-practice standards.

Research & Development

Research is a core element of service delivery and has strong links to regional academic institutions.

The post holder will:

• Support NIHR portfolio studies.
• Participate in developing in-house research.
• Have opportunities for honorary academic appointments, particularly with universities in the North West.
• Supervise MSc and PhD students if desired.
• Help advance the evidence base in nuclear medicine and radiology.

A track record of self-directed research is desirable but not essential.

Leadership & Development

As part of a clinically-led organisation, newly appointed consultants will be invited to join:

• A structured New Consultant Development Programme
• Leadership and mentorship schemes
• Courses focused on management, decision-making, and system-level thinking

These programmes support consultants in fulfilling clinical, educational, and managerial responsibilities confidently and effectively.

Continuing Professional Development

You are expected to:

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and skills in diagnostic radiology and nuclear medicine.
• Participate in CPD and CME activities in accordance with the Royal College of Radiologists' guidance.
• Engage in annual appraisal and revalidation processes.
• Develop and maintain a Personal Development Plan (PDP)

Contractual and Associated Duties

• Uphold responsibility for patient care and safe, effective service delivery.
• Undertake administrative tasks related to clinical work.
• Collaborate with colleagues across primary and secondary care to optimise imaging pathways.
• Support the efficient use of imaging technologies and PACS systems.
• Participate in annual job plan reviews and objective setting.

On-Call Duties

• Participation in a 1:18 on-call rota.
• Overnight CT reporting is supported by outsourced services (20:00–09:00 weekdays; 15:00–09:00 weekends and bank holidays) to reduce night-time disruptions.
• Participation in the Radiologist of the Day rota (subject to ongoing review).

Person Specification

Legal Requirements

Essential

• Full GMC registration
• On the Specialist Register (or within 6 months of attaining CCT/CESR)

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• MBChB or equivalent
• FRCR or equivalent
• Postgraduate certification in Nuclear Medicine
• Minimum 1 year of NHS experience

Desirable

• Subspecialty fellowship in Nuclear Medicine
• Higher academic degree (MD/PhD/MSc)

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Extensive experience in diagnostic nuclear medicine reporting, including SPECT-CT
• Strong general radiology skills across CT, MRI, Ultrasound and Plain Film
• Ability to supervise junior staff and lead multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Organisational, prioritisation and delegation skills
• Leadership ability with confidence in decision-making
• Working knowledge of RIS/PACS

Desirable

• Educational qualifications or work towards them

Knowledge & Research

Essential

• Commitment to CPD and clinical governance
• Understanding of audit principles and ability to complete full audit cycles

Desirable

• Research publications and academic contributions
• Ability to apply research into clinical practice

Management Skills

Essential

• Awareness of NHS structure and values
• Understanding of consultant-level management responsibilities
• Evidence of participation in management training

Desirable

• Experience participating in service management or development committees

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