Interventional Radiology Consultant
The closing date is 13 April 2026
University Hospitals Birmingham seeks a dynamic and highly motivated Interventional Radiology Consultant with an academic and research interest to join our expanding Interventional Radiology team in a substantive post. This is an exciting opportunity to work within one of the largest and most advanced NHS Trusts in the United Kingdom, serving a diverse population and delivering complex tertiary care.
The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality IR services across UHB, supporting elective, emergency, and on‑call IR pathways. You will join a well‑established, friendly, and forward‑thinking multidisciplinary team dedicated to innovation, training, and excellence in patient care.
UHB hosts one of the UK’s most advanced radiology services, offering:
* State‑of‑the‑art IR suites and hybrid theatres
* A full range of complex tertiary services including spinal, respiratory, trauma, transplant, oncology, vascular surgery and hepatobiliary surgery
* A strong culture of research, academic partnership and innovation
* Subspecialty opportunities in areas such as oncology intervention, embolization, complex vascular, renal access, hepatobiliary and trauma intervention
What We Offer
* A welcoming, collaborative team environment
* Access to cutting‑edge facilities and technology
* Support for personal development, leadership and research
* Opportunities to shape the future IR service at one of the UK’s foremost NHS Trusts
* Excellent work‑life balance initiatives and Trust‑wide wellbeing support
Main Duties of the Job
Key responsibilities include:
* Providing expert, consultant‑level Interventional Radiology services across vascular and non‑vascular specialties
* Participating in the IR on‑call rota, contributing to 24/7 emergency IR provision
* Delivering high‑quality outpatient, inpatient and day‑case interventional procedures
* Working collaboratively with clinical colleagues including surgery, oncology, hepatobiliary, trauma, renal and critical care teams
* Contributing to service development, quality improvement and strategic planning within IR
* Supervising and supporting registrars, fellows and advanced practitioners
* Participating in audit, governance and teaching as part of UHB’s commitment to excellence
Qualifications, Experience & Attributes
* GMC registered doctor (or eligibility)
* CCT in Interventional Radiology and ability to perform spinal interventional procedures including vertebroplasty and spinal RFA
* Strong academic interest with PhD or equivalent qualification
* Commitment to high‑quality clinical care, teamwork and continuous learning
* Excellent communication and organisational skills, with strong leadership qualities
* Demonstrated commitment to ongoing service development and teaching
* Valuing a supportive, inclusive and forward‑thinking working environment
Person Specification – Qualifications
* MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
* FRCR or equivalent
* Minimum of 5 years clinical experience
* Minimum of 1 year clinical experience within chosen sub‑specialty area
* Ability to verify complete details of employment history
* Available to start within 4 weeks of interview
* CCT in Interventional Radiology
* Strong academic interest
* Evidence of Continuing Professional Development including CME
About Us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values‑driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. We aim to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds and support those with disabilities through reasonable adjustments.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure and Barring Service check to verify the absence of any previous criminal convictions.
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
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