University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Consultant Radiologist with an interest in Gastrointestinal Imaging

The closing date is 17 February 2026

Job summary

Come and join Our Growing, Dynamic Radiology Department

We are seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinkingConsultant Radiologists specialising in GI imagingto join our expanding team with a site base of either Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton, St Richard's Hospital, Chichester or Worthing Hospital.

The role requires a thorough grounding in clinical radiology including ultrasound and cross sectional skills in addition to subspecialty specialist knowledge

An interest in paediatric imaging would be desireable as we enhance our paediatric imaging pathways.

Why Join Us?

Clinical Excellence - Broad, varied casemix including trauma, complex oncology, paediatrics. Active participants in regional imaging network.Innovation - Involvement in AI triage / decision support pilots, structured reporting templates, dose optimisation, protocol harmonisation.Leadership & Development - Opportunities for governance leads (paediatric imaging, dose/IRMER, quality improvement, audit), educational supervision, teaching, and management roles.Research & Academic Links - Support for NIHR portfolio studies, grant applications, trials and honorary academic titles where appropriate.Wellbeing & Culture - Inclusive, collegiate team; consultant forums; protected SPA time; wellbeing initiatives; staff networks promoting diversity & inclusion.Location & Lifestyle - Attractive mix of urban, suburban and rural living within easy reach of major transport links; excellent schools and cultural amenities.

Main duties of the job

The clinical duties of the post include the following: o General elective and acute (hot) reporting o General ultrasound lists o Sub-speciality GI reporting (including responsibility for extended scope radiographers specialising in GI fluoroscopy procedures) o Supervision of radiology trainees o Participation in MDMs o Participation in general radiologist on-call service o Skills in EUS are desirable but not essential for the post Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Details

Date posted

27 January 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

279-UHSCONRADIOGI-536-A

Job locations

Chichester / Brighton / Worthing

Lyndhurst Road

Worthing

BN11 2DH


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post.

Person Specification

Experience/ Qualifications

Essential

  • oBasic medical degree
  • oPostgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification
  • oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
  • oCCT in Radiology or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
  • oEntry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC

Desirable

  • oHigher Degree

Clinical Skills and Experience

Essential

  • oExperience of running MDM
  • oBroad experience of general acute diagnostic imaging and general out patient imaging reporting and ultrasound
  • Lower GI specialist reporting and supervision

Desirable

  • oUSS guided drain insertion and biopsies

Knowledge

Desirable

  • oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation and Planning

Essential

  • oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams.
  • oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints

Desirable

  • oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Academic and Research

Essential

  • oEvidence of participation in audit

Desirable

  • oResearch experience
  • oPublications
  • oPrizes and honours

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written

Career Progression

Essential

  • oAppropriate progression of career to date

Teaching Skills

Essential

  • oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

Desirable

  • oRecognised teaching qualification
Person Specification

Experience/ Qualifications

Essential

  • oBasic medical degree
  • oPostgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification
  • oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
  • oCCT in Radiology or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
  • oEntry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC

Desirable

  • oHigher Degree

Clinical Skills and Experience

Essential

  • oExperience of running MDM
  • oBroad experience of general acute diagnostic imaging and general out patient imaging reporting and ultrasound
  • Lower GI specialist reporting and supervision

Desirable

  • oUSS guided drain insertion and biopsies

Knowledge

Desirable

  • oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation and Planning

Essential

  • oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams.
  • oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints

Desirable

  • oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Academic and Research

Essential

  • oEvidence of participation in audit

Desirable

  • oResearch experience
  • oPublications
  • oPrizes and honours

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written

Career Progression

Essential

  • oAppropriate progression of career to date

Teaching Skills

Essential

  • oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

Desirable

  • oRecognised teaching qualification

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Chichester / Brighton / Worthing

Lyndhurst Road

Worthing

BN11 2DH


Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Chichester / Brighton / Worthing

Lyndhurst Road

Worthing

BN11 2DH


Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Radiology Deputy Clincal Director

Rosie Scott

rosie.scott2@nhs.net

01273696955

Details

Date posted

27 January 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

279-UHSCONRADIOGI-536-A

Job locations

Chichester / Brighton / Worthing

Lyndhurst Road

Worthing

BN11 2DH


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