Job summary
We are seeking a full-time Locum Consultant Radiologist with an interest in Cardiothoracic Imaging at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (NUH) to support the ongoing expansion of radiology services, in particular within Cardiothoracic radiology. This role will support Radiology activity across multiple sites, including a new Community Diagnostic Centre, opening in December 2026.
NUH prides itself on a large lung cancer service, diagnosing and treating 600 new lung cancer cases per annum. It hosts a large tertiary cardiothoracic surgical unit and the regional PET centre.
NUH was among the leaders nationwide delivering a completely radiology led day case ambulatory lung biopsy service, offering direct to home discharge from CT in over 95% of lung biopsies.
Main duties of the job
There are currently7WTE radiologists with a specialist interest in thoracic imaging who provide the primary input to the thoracic service: five Cardiothoracic Radiologists, one diagnostic Thoracic Radiologist with a sub-speciality Head & Neck interest and one Interventional Oncoradiologist primarily involved in lung cancer diagnosis and intervention.
The post will have a commitment to support a range of diagnostic services such as CT, MRI, and plain film reporting and ultrasound examinations.
In addition to the main oncological based MDTs, we support a large number of clinico-radiological meetings involving clinicians, radiologists and advanced practitioners.
The post holder will be expected to participate in under-graduate and post-graduate teaching and training and there will be opportunities for research working with the Sir Peter Mansfield Imaging Centre at the University of Nottingham.
About us
With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Candidates must hold the Fellowship of the Royal College of Radiologists or an equivalent qualification and must be registered with the GMC (ideally on the Specialist Register). Possession of a CCT (or equivalent) at the time of taking up the appointment would be desirable but the department has a good track record of supporting candidates in successfully completing CESR qualification.
An appropriate period of specialist training and experience with advanced imaging techniques is desirable, as is a track record in research.
There is a possibility that in the future successful applicants may be required to undertake clinical sessions at neighboring Trusts such as Sherwood Hospitals Foundation Trust in order to support developing pathways of care.
The successful applicant will be an enthusiastic, motivated individual who is able to work successfully and flexibly in a team as well as develop new services and skills. They will be expected to collaborate with the body radiologists across both sites.
There is currently a 1:10 diagnostic on call rota and separate interventional body radiology (1:8). The candidate would be able to explore the on call that best suited their clinical skills.
The post holder would join a dynamic team of7Thoracic radiologists offering a comprehensive elective and emergency service for patients as a Tertiary Centre. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to develop a subspecialty portfolio within the team through liaison with individual subspecialty groups.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Candidates must hold the Fellowship of the Royal College of Radiologists or an equivalent qualification and must be registered with the GMC (ideally on the Specialist Register). Possession of a CCT (or equivalent) at the time of taking up the appointment would be desirable but the department has a good track record of supporting candidates in successfully completing CESR qualification.
An appropriate period of specialist training and experience with advanced imaging techniques is desirable, as is a track record in research.
There is a possibility that in the future successful applicants may be required to undertake clinical sessions at neighboring Trusts such as Sherwood Hospitals Foundation Trust in order to support developing pathways of care.
The successful applicant will be an enthusiastic, motivated individual who is able to work successfully and flexibly in a team as well as develop new services and skills. They will be expected to collaborate with the body radiologists across both sites.
There is currently a 1:10 diagnostic on call rota and separate interventional body radiology (1:8). The candidate would be able to explore the on call that best suited their clinical skills.
The post holder would join a dynamic team of7Thoracic radiologists offering a comprehensive elective and emergency service for patients as a Tertiary Centre. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to develop a subspecialty portfolio within the team through liaison with individual subspecialty groups.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- FRCR or equivalent
- Full Registration with GMC, eligible to be included on the specialist register
Teaching and Audit
Essential
- Evidence of participation in Clinical Audit
- Original research publications
Management Skills
Essential
- Able to develop, present and operationalise coherent ideas for service development/delivery.
- Able to delegate appropriately.
- Able to work in a team.
- Able to communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, their families and other health Professionals.
Desirable
- Higher management degree or qualification or training
- Experience of change management
Personal Skills/Qualities
Essential
- Able to work flexibly in a changing health service
- Able to use the Trust's IT support systems
Practical Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel between City Hospital Campus and Queen's Medical Centre campus
- Ability to return immediately to NUH to provide on-call duties
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- FRCR or equivalent
- Full Registration with GMC, eligible to be included on the specialist register
Teaching and Audit
Essential
- Evidence of participation in Clinical Audit
- Original research publications
Management Skills
Essential
- Able to develop, present and operationalise coherent ideas for service development/delivery.
- Able to delegate appropriately.
- Able to work in a team.
- Able to communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, their families and other health Professionals.
Desirable
- Higher management degree or qualification or training
- Experience of change management
Personal Skills/Qualities
Essential
- Able to work flexibly in a changing health service
- Able to use the Trust's IT support systems
Practical Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel between City Hospital Campus and Queen's Medical Centre campus
- Ability to return immediately to NUH to provide on-call duties
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).