Job summary
If you are a motivated nuclear medicine radiologist who is looking for a challenging, fast-paced, and growing radiology department, Blackpool Teaching Hospitals may just be the place for you!
Currently, our team consists of 21 general radiologists with various subspecialties, including breast, upper/lower GI, musculoskeletal, urology, paediatrics and more.
Our refurbishment of the Central Radiology department in early 2021 has led to a cutting-edge diagnostic department including 2 nuclear medicine cameras, with a future-proofed capital replacement programme in place. We operate the latest technology in terms of our PACS solution with Agfa Enterprise Imaging which was upgraded in December 2024 across our entire estate. Along with our ambitious plans for the future, we are also investing in artificial intelligence solutions within our department.
We would like you to encourage you to be a part of our team! Our advice to you, come and visit us! Our Head of Department would love to show you around. Then you can find out for yourself that it's Blackpool Teaching Hospitals where you want to work!
The successful candidate will join a multi-professional team based in the Radiology Department at the Victoria Hospital site and will also give clinical opinions for our community hospitals and for our services provided within the primary care setting.
Main duties of the job
The clinical commitments of this post will include responsibility for provision of all aspects of a Diagnostic Radiology Service at Blackpool Teaching Hospital (BTH), including CT, MR, Plain film and Ultrasound, as well as Nuclear Medicine.
There may also be on occasion a requirement to provide diagnostic reports on patients at community hospitals. At present we operate a "Radiologist of the Day" system, but this is under review, particularly as we gain more consultants within the department. The aim of the department is to become more efficient and to minimise interruptions to individual consultants as much as possible.
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals offers a comprehensive diagnostic nuclear medicine service. We currently offer a wide range of diagnostic nuclear medicine examinations, including a cardiac service. Extensive experience of reporting diagnostic nuclear medicine studies utilising SPECT-CT imaging techniques is required.
An appropriate period of specialist nuclear medicine training and experience with advanced imaging techniques is desirable as is a track record in research. Applicants should possess the FRCR or equivalent and be on the specialist register or within 6 months of obtaining their CCST. They should also hold, or be eligible to hold, an ARSAC Practitioner license. CV required with application.
About us
BTH are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive work environment where every individual is respected, valued, and supported. We recognise that our greatest asset is our people, and we strive to attract and retain professionals who embody our core values. To address previous challenges and promote a culture of excellence, we are seeking individuals who align with our renewed commitment to these values: Caring, Safe, Respectful
Job description
Job responsibilities
The clinical commitments of this post will include responsibility for provision of all aspects of a Diagnostic Radiology Service at Blackpool Teaching Hospital (BTH), including CT, MR, Plain film and Ultrasound, as well as Nuclear Medicine.
There may also be on occasion a requirement to provide diagnostic reports on patients at community hospitals. At present we operate a Radiologist of the Day system, but this is under review, particularly as we gain more consultants within the department. The aim of the department is to become more efficient and to minimise interruptions to individual consultants as much as possible.
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals offers a comprehensive diagnostic nuclear medicine service. We currently offer a wide range of diagnostic nuclear medicine examinations, including a cardiac service. Extensive experience of reporting diagnostic nuclear medicine studies utilising SPECT-CT imaging techniques is required.
An appropriate period of specialist nuclear medicine training and experience with advanced imaging techniques is desirable as is a track record in research. Applicants should possess the FRCR or equivalent and be on the specialist register or within 6 months of obtaining their CCST. They should also hold, or be eligible to hold, an ARSAC Practitioner license. CV required with application.
For more information please see attached job description
Job description
Job responsibilities
The clinical commitments of this post will include responsibility for provision of all aspects of a Diagnostic Radiology Service at Blackpool Teaching Hospital (BTH), including CT, MR, Plain film and Ultrasound, as well as Nuclear Medicine.
There may also be on occasion a requirement to provide diagnostic reports on patients at community hospitals. At present we operate a Radiologist of the Day system, but this is under review, particularly as we gain more consultants within the department. The aim of the department is to become more efficient and to minimise interruptions to individual consultants as much as possible.
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals offers a comprehensive diagnostic nuclear medicine service. We currently offer a wide range of diagnostic nuclear medicine examinations, including a cardiac service. Extensive experience of reporting diagnostic nuclear medicine studies utilising SPECT-CT imaging techniques is required.
An appropriate period of specialist nuclear medicine training and experience with advanced imaging techniques is desirable as is a track record in research. Applicants should possess the FRCR or equivalent and be on the specialist register or within 6 months of obtaining their CCST. They should also hold, or be eligible to hold, an ARSAC Practitioner license. CV required with application.
For more information please see attached job description
Person Specification
Legal Requirements
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- On the specialist register (or within 6 months of acheiving)
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- MB ChB or Equivalent
- FRCR or equivalent
- MRCP or equivalent
- Post-grad certification in Nuclear Medicine
Desirable
- Subspecialist training/fellowship
- Higher degree (e.g. PhD)
Management Skills
Essential
- Awareness of NHS organisation and core values of NHS
- Understanding management responsibilities of NHS consultants
- Participation in a management training course
Knowledge & Research
Essential
- Commitment to CPD and requirements of clinical governance and audit
Desirable
- A proven track record in self- directed research
- Publications in peer reviewed journals
Skills & Ability
Essential
- Excellent communication skills - both oral and written.
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload and to delegate responsibility and supervise staff
- Leadership skills- ability to take responsibility, show leadership and make decisions
- Working knowledge of RIS/PACS
Desirable
- Educational qualification or working towards.
Person Specification
Legal Requirements
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- On the specialist register (or within 6 months of acheiving)
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- MB ChB or Equivalent
- FRCR or equivalent
- MRCP or equivalent
- Post-grad certification in Nuclear Medicine
Desirable
- Subspecialist training/fellowship
- Higher degree (e.g. PhD)
Management Skills
Essential
- Awareness of NHS organisation and core values of NHS
- Understanding management responsibilities of NHS consultants
- Participation in a management training course
Knowledge & Research
Essential
- Commitment to CPD and requirements of clinical governance and audit
Desirable
- A proven track record in self- directed research
- Publications in peer reviewed journals
Skills & Ability
Essential
- Excellent communication skills - both oral and written.
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload and to delegate responsibility and supervise staff
- Leadership skills- ability to take responsibility, show leadership and make decisions
- Working knowledge of RIS/PACS
Desirable
- Educational qualification or working towards.
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).
