Job summary
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is delighted to advertise a substantive Consultant Radiologist post with a specialist interest in abdominopelvic imaging to join our existing motivated and dynamic team across this large, developing, and aspirational Trust. The posts are within the Adults' Radiology Directorate within the Division of Imaging
The successful candidate will join a dynamic team of over 50Consultant Radiologists in Adults' Radiology providing a full range of imaging services to the local population and tertiary level services across Greater Manchester and beyond. Adults' Radiology is the largest department within the Division of Imaging, and our consultant team provides a full range of general and specialist imaging for adult patients across our 3 Acute and 2 non-acute hospital sites.
Main duties of the job
Subspecialty
The successful candidate will join a dynamic team of over 20 GI/Body radiologists providing a full range of GI services to the local population and tertiary level HPB services to Greater Manchester and beyond.
The successful candidate should be competent to report general body cross section to support GI services. Experience of pelvic floor imaging e.g. proctography, MR proctography, endoanal USS & GI fluoroscopy is essential.
The successful applicant will contribute to GI and Pelvic floor MDTs. There are opportunities to be involved in several benign MDTs including Inflammatory Bowel Disease and gastro/benign HPB. The department has developed a rapid diagnostic cancer service and the successful applicant will be expected to contribute to the reporting roster for this service.
Acute & On-Call Radiology
There is no on call requirement with the post. The successful candidate may be asked to support acute/duty radiology services.
About us
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to progress your career.With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.
We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.
At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.
If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow's healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Full GMC registration or eligibility for full registration, with specialist registration for radiology or be within 6 months of CCT.
- MBChB or equivalent
- Fellowship of Royal College of Radiologists or equivalent
Desirable
- Other higher degree or diploma
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of training in core radiology (UK CCT or equivalent)
- Evidence of subspecialty training in gastrointestinal
Desirable
- Fellowship in gastrointestinal imaging
Clinical and technical skills
Essential
- Wide experience of all aspects of diagnostic GI radiology including CT, MRI, USS & fluoroscopy.
Desirable
- Experince of MR Proctography and Fl proctogrms.
- Understanding of pelvic floor imaging and MDT experience
Communication Skills
Essential
- Excellent team working skills
- Fluent English speaker
Audit
Essential
- Evidence of audit participation and service quality improvement projects
Research
Essential
- Knowledge of research design, protocols and desire to be involved with research projects
Desirable
Personality
Essential
- Ability to work well with the radiology team and within the multidisciplinary team
- Self-motivated and good problem-solving abilities
Motivation
Essential
- Highly motivated with an appetite to lead and make changes to services
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Full GMC registration or eligibility for full registration, with specialist registration for radiology or be within 6 months of CCT.
- MBChB or equivalent
- Fellowship of Royal College of Radiologists or equivalent
Desirable
- Other higher degree or diploma
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of training in core radiology (UK CCT or equivalent)
- Evidence of subspecialty training in gastrointestinal
Desirable
- Fellowship in gastrointestinal imaging
Clinical and technical skills
Essential
- Wide experience of all aspects of diagnostic GI radiology including CT, MRI, USS & fluoroscopy.
Desirable
- Experince of MR Proctography and Fl proctogrms.
- Understanding of pelvic floor imaging and MDT experience
Communication Skills
Essential
- Excellent team working skills
- Fluent English speaker
Audit
Essential
- Evidence of audit participation and service quality improvement projects
Research
Essential
- Knowledge of research design, protocols and desire to be involved with research projects
Desirable
Personality
Essential
- Ability to work well with the radiology team and within the multidisciplinary team
- Self-motivated and good problem-solving abilities
Motivation
Essential
- Highly motivated with an appetite to lead and make changes to services
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).
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.
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).
