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Consultant Cross Sectional Radiologist with Interest in Neuro The closing date is 24 June 2026
This is a newly created post designed for candidates with strong training in cross-sectional radiology, with a specialist interest in neuro and cardiac imaging. We are delighted to invite applications for this exciting opportunity to join the radiology team at Kingston Hospital.
This role offers the chance to contribute to a dynamic and evolving service, supporting growing demand in key areas while working within a collaborative and forward-thinking department.
Main duties of the job The current job plan supports a full-time 10 PA substantive consultant post at Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust. Applications are welcomed from candidates wishing to work less than full time or those interested in job-sharing arrangements.
Applicants should have broad experience in general radiology, with specialist interests in cardiac imaging and neuroradiology. Competence in general CT and MRI reporting is essential, alongside the ability to contribute to relevant Cancer MDTs, participate in hot reporting, and undertake duty radiologist sessions.
It is anticipated that remote access will be available for all consultants to support home working, in line with the implementation of the regional RIS/PACS system.
About us The successful candidate will participate in a diagnostic on-call rota with an approximate frequency of 1 in 18.
Weekday on-call duties will be on-site from 17:00 to 20:00, supporting urgent imaging, hot reporting, and clinical queries. Weekend on-call commitments will be on-site from 08:00 to 17:00, contributing to acute service provision and maintaining timely reporting for urgent and emergency cases.
Overnight CT reporting (20:00-08:00) is currently outsourced via an external provider (4Ways). However, the on‑call radiologist will remain available from home overnight to provide clinical support for urgent imaging requirements, including ultrasound and other time‑critical cases where radiologist input is required.
Job responsibilities
Provide a high-quality, timely, and accurate diagnostic radiology service across general cross‑sectional imaging (CT and MRI).
Contribute specialist expertise in cardiac imaging and neuroradiology, supporting service development and expanding departmental capability in these areas.
Participate in Cancer Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meetings, including preparation, imaging review, and provision of expert radiological opinion.
Undertake hot reporting sessions to support acute and emergency care pathways, ensuring rapid turnaround of urgent imaging.
Contribute to the duty radiologist rota, providing clinical advice to referrers, vetting imaging requests, and supporting service flow.
Support the delivery of safe, effective, and patient‑centred care, in line with Trust policies and Royal College of Radiologists standards.
Engage in service development and transformation initiatives, including optimisation of imaging pathways and adoption of new technologies (e.g. cardiac CT pathways, neuro imaging services).
Contribute to the teaching and training of junior doctors, radiographers, and other healthcare professionals, including involvement in departmental educational activities.
Participate in clinical governance activities, including audit, quality improvement projects, incident review, and adherence to best‑practice guidelines.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and reporting, ensuring compliance with medico‑legal and professional standards.
Work collaboratively within the wider radiology team and across specialties to support efficient patient pathways and improve diagnostic performance.
Support and adapt to flexible working practices, including remote reporting, in line with the development of the regional RIS/PACS system.
Contribute to the on‑call rota where required, depending on service needs.
Maintain continuous professional development (CPD) and remain up to date with advances in radiology practice, particularly in cardiac and neuro imaging.
Person Specification Qualifications
GMC Specialist Register in Clinical Radiology (or within 6 months of CCT)
FRCR or equivalent
MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Higher postgraduate degree (MSc, PhD or equivalent)
Clinical Experience
Broad experience in general radiology with competence in CT and MRI reporting
Experience contributing to Cancer MDTs
Experience in acute imaging, including hot reporting or equivalent service provision
Experience in cardiac CT reporting
Experience in neuroradiology reporting
Experience in service development, pathway redesign, or quality improvement initiatives
Knowledge
Strong understanding of clinical governance, patient safety, and quality improvement principles
Knowledge of clinical radiology practice and evidence‑based imaging; familiarity with Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) standards and guidance
Awareness of national targets and pathways (e.g. cancer pathways, cardiac CT targets such as DM01)
Knowledge of digital transformation in radiology, including RIS/PACS and AI applications
Other
Commitment to CPD and maintaining professional standards
Flexible approach to working, including participation in on‑call rota and remote reporting where appropriate
Experience of working across multiple sites or within a networked radiology service
Skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
Ability to prioritise workload and manage competing clinical demands
Competence in vetting imaging requests and providing clinical advice to referrers
Proficient in IT systems including RIS/PACS and standard Microsoft applications
Understanding of radiology workforce challenges, service delivery models, and demand/capacity pressures
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.
Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust
£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum pro rata
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