Consultant Radiologist

Job Title

Consultant Radiologist – General Radiology with interest in Head & Neck and Neuro imaging.

Contract and Working Arrangements

Self‑Adjudicating post; must liaise and work across the two main hospital sites – Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital – with an on‑call commitment at the West Middlesex site.

The 10 PA contract comprises 8.5 DCC sessions and 1.5 SPA sessions. The job plan is currently a four‑day week and may change to accommodate future extended service requirements across the Trust.

Full secretarial and administrative support will be provided by the Imaging Department’s PA team. A dedicated office space within the radiology department will be available.

Assessment & Interview Dates

AAC Assessment: 25th September AM

AAC Panel: 25th September PM

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• The post holder must adhere to GMC standards for Good Medical Practice.
• Develop and maintain competencies required for the role.
• Ensure prompt attendance at agreed direct clinical care programmed activities.
• Involve patients in decisions about their care and respond to their views.
• Model and encourage Trust values at all times with all patients and staff.
• Provide high‑quality teaching to medical undergraduates and other NHS professionals.
• Act as a clinical supervisor and appraiser as delegated by the Clinical Director/Service Lead.
• Collaborate with academic and clinical colleagues to enhance research/audit portfolios, sustaining research governance.
• Maintain mandatory training up to date as per Trust policy.
• Fully participate in continuing professional development, including application to the study leave budget and undertaking non‑clinical training at discretion of management.

Clinical Activities

• Report body CT and general MRI.
• Report Head & Neck and Neuro CT/MRI.
• Perform Head & Neck ultrasound and US‑guided FNA/biopsy.
• Participate in the Head & Neck monthly MDT and selected neuro MDTs.
• Cover diagnostic on‑call rota for the West Middlesex site (frequency approximately 1 in 16).

Performance Management

• Collaborate with medical, nursing and managerial colleagues to ensure high performance.
• Engage in financial management, including cost‑improvement programmes.
• Drive operational efficiency: day‑case rates, waiting‑list activity and demand management.

Medical Staff Management and Accountability

• Adhere to Trust guidelines on leave and ensure team members do the same.
• Participate in the recruitment and induction of junior medical staff as delegated.
• Set team objectives as part of the annual job‑planning cycle.
• Engage fully in departmental activities, including meetings and team‑building activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Full GMC registration.
• Relevant CCT or equivalent; equivalence confirmed by PMET/GMC with AAC.
• Entry on GMC Specialist Register or eligible within 6 months.
• Fellow of the Royal College of Radiologists (FRCR).
• Higher degree and additional related qualifications (e.g., BSc, BA).
• Experience in teaching medical trainees and other NHS professionals.
• Understanding of Good Medical Practice principles.
• Experience in general ultrasound, MRI reporting and interventional procedures.
• Experience in audit, clinical governance and quality control in radiology.
• Experience interpreting thoracic, paediatric and soft‑tissue imaging.
• Knowledge of business planning and hospital contracting.
• Management training and commitment to continuous professional development.

Essential Requirements

• Specialist register on GMC or within 6 months of CCT.
• Will start within 3 months of interview.
• Flexible working arrangements are accommodated where possible.

Other Information

• Employment is subject to a six‑month probationary period.
• The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates.
• Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
• Variant duties may arise depending on the Trust’s evolving service needs.