Job summary
We are looking for a dynamic interventional radiologist with a progressive attitude, to support the local GI, GU and hepatobiliary services and the vascular interventional radiology services, as part of the Bedfordshire Milton Keynes (BMK) Vascular Unit
Main duties of the job
Maintain top clinical standards, provide high-quality imaging/Interventional Radiology, share patient management, cover general radiology/on-call, support staff training, engage in governance, audits, and CPD.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology.
Our Values
We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Details
Date posted
24 February 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum
Contract
Locum
Duration
1 years
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
418-M-RD-086
Job locations
Luton
Luton
LU4 0DZ
Job description
Job responsibilities
Maintain top clinical standards, provide high-quality imaging/Interventional Radiology, share patient management, cover general radiology/on-call, support staff training, engage in governance, audits, and CPD.
Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of all patients presenting to the Hospital.
To deliver a high-quality imaging service with a focus on Interventional Radiology,
To share, with colleagues in the Imaging Department, the management of all patients referred to the Trust.
To share in the general radiology work of the department including currently a 1 in 18 on call rota, moving to a 7-day Interventional on-call in the near future.
To support radiographers and sonographer staff in the department and be involved in the teaching and training of specialist registrars grade, junior medical staff, nursing staff and medical students.
To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit.
To have responsibility for and actively participate in continuing professional development (CPD).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Maintain top clinical standards, provide high-quality imaging/Interventional Radiology, share patient management, cover general radiology/on-call, support staff training, engage in governance, audits, and CPD.
Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of all patients presenting to the Hospital.
To deliver a high-quality imaging service with a focus on Interventional Radiology,
To share, with colleagues in the Imaging Department, the management of all patients referred to the Trust.
To share in the general radiology work of the department including currently a 1 in 18 on call rota, moving to a 7-day Interventional on-call in the near future.
To support radiographers and sonographer staff in the department and be involved in the teaching and training of specialist registrars grade, junior medical staff, nursing staff and medical students.
To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit.
To have responsibility for and actively participate in continuing professional development (CPD).
Person Specification
Teaching
Essential
* Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical students
Desirable
* Has attended Teaching the Teachers or similar course
Qualification
Essential
* Medical Degree
* Relevant postgraduate qualification, FRCR or equivalent
* MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
Desirable
* MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
Registration
Essential
* Full GMC Registration (GMC Licence to Practice is mandatory before employment commences)
* Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register
* CCT (or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview)
* CESR - portfolio pathway (must be on Specialist Register at time of applying)
Clinical Experience
Essential
* Excellent all round experience of DGH work
* Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Interventional Radiology
* Able to take full and independent responsibility for clinical work and delivering service without direct supervision.
Clinical Effectiveness
Essential
* Understanding of clinical governance and ability to demonstrate ongoing CPD
* Experience of guideline appraisal
* Participation in relevant local audits
* Ability to interpret and apply clinical research
Desirable
* Participation in relevant national audits
Personal Skills
Essential
* Ability to co-operate in a democratic team environment
* Flexible attitude, team player with good management skills
* Leadership Skills
Clinical Governance
Essential
* Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance.
Personal Circumstances
Essential
* Residence within 10 miles by road or up to thirty minutes travelling time of the hospital for purposes of on-call emergencies.
* Fit to undertake the role with satisfactory Occupational Health clearance
* Satisfactory DBS clearance
Person Specification
Teaching
Essential
* Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical students
Desirable
* Has attended Teaching the Teachers or similar course
Qualification
Essential
* Medical Degree
* Relevant postgraduate qualification, FRCR or equivalent
* MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
Desirable
* MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
Registration
Essential
* Full GMC Registration (GMC Licence to Practice is mandatory before employment commences)
* Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register
* CCT (or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview)
* CESR - portfolio pathway (must be on Specialist Register at time of applying)
Clinical Experience
Essential
* Excellent all round experience of DGH work
* Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Interventional Radiology
* Able to take full and independent responsibility for clinical work and delivering service without direct supervision.
Clinical Effectiveness
Essential
* Understanding of clinical governance and ability to demonstrate ongoing CPD
* Experience of guideline appraisal
* Participation in relevant local audits
* Ability to interpret and apply clinical research
Desirable
* Participation in relevant national audits
Personal Skills
Essential
* Ability to co-operate in a democratic team environment
* Flexible attitude, team player with good management skills
* Leadership Skills
Clinical Governance
Essential
* Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance.
Personal Circumstances
Essential
* Residence within 10 miles by road or up to thirty minutes travelling time of the hospital for purposes of on-call emergencies.
* Fit to undertake the role with satisfactory Occupational Health clearance
* Satisfactory DBS clearance
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
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Luton
Luton
LU4 0DZ
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Employer details
Employer name
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Luton
Luton
LU4 0DZ
Employer's website
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