Consultant Radiologist in Vascular/GIGU Interventional Imaging
The closing date is 06 March 2026
Consultant Radiologist with an interest in Vascular/GIGU Interventional Imaging.
This is a consultant post in Imaging, Clinical Support & Imaging Services Clinical Management Group (CSI CMG). The new post holder will join an established team of vascular and GI/GU interventional radiologists.
The post holder will be expected to work closely with the existing radiologists to support the continuing development of imaging within UHL as a whole. The post holder will join the existing on‑call rotas and will provide interventional radiology services to UHL. It is expected that the post holder will also provide some general intervention and imaging.
The appointment will be whole time. Any consultant who is unable for personal reasons to work whole time will be eligible to be considered for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis in consultation with consultant colleagues.
Main duties of the job
* To support and develop both GI and vascular intervention with existing colleagues
* To support provision of elective and emergency imaging services (including IP Hub) with colleagues in Imaging for the benefit of our patients and users
* Opportunities for development of the existing services and will be supported where they reflect and support the needs of the local population and the development plans of the trust
* Development of a sub‑speciality interest in both GI and vascular intervention will be encouraged where this meets the needs of our patients
* The support and supervision of junior medical staff
* To share the contribution for Aortic multi‑disciplinary team meetings and relevant GIGU MDTs
* To contribute to the training of the Specialist Registrars on the East Midlands Deanery (South) radiology training schemes
* To supervise and train Radiographer specialists and sonographers
* To support and participate in audit, research, teaching and administration
* To take part in the on‑call rota within UHL
A major refurbishment programme of all Trust MRI and CT scanners has recently been completed ensuring the latest technology is available.
The service has strong links to academic and other radiology departments; the opportunity to be involved in research is available for interested candidates. Successful candidates will be expected to participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and clinical governance.
About us
Our new strategy, 'Leading in healthcare, trusted in communities' was developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners and is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
* high‑quality care for all
* being a great place to work
* partnerships for impact
* research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
* we are compassionate
* we are proud
* we are inclusive
* we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
Those interested are strongly recommended to contact the service and arrange a visit.
Person Specification
Commitment to Trust Values
* Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Training & Qualifications
* MB BS or Equivalent
* Full GMC Registration
* Fully Accredited for Higher Specialist Training or will be eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date
* FRCR or equivalent
* Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations
* Subspecialty fellowship
* European Board of Interventional Radiology
Experience
* Fully trained in general radiology with specialist training in GIGU and vascular intervention
* High standard of diagnostic skills as relevant to Vascular and GI/GU imaging
* Trained in acute reporting for ED department
* IT Skills commensurate with senior medical staff
* Willingness to develop skills and experience in areas of interest
* Evidence of clinical or research commitment and a specialty interest in the field
Communication and relationship
* All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
* To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding
* Evidence of ability to work within teams and contribute to MDT discussions
* Evidence of ability to communicate clearly, appropriately and empathically with the patients
* Understanding of the challenges in providing emergency imaging services
* Evidence of ability to enhance emergency radiology services and ultrasound at UHL
Management
* Willingness to work as a member of the team and to share administrative responsibilities
* Able to work in multidisciplinary teams and supervise juniors
* Knowledge of clinical governance issues
* Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively
* Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS
* Awareness of Service Development issues
* Evidence of management and administration experience
* Management training on an accredited course
Motivation
* Personal integrity and reliability. Willingness to learn new skills.
* Ability to motivate and develop both medical staff and non-medical staff
* Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided
Audit
* Effective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit.
* Participation in a quality improvement programme
* Experience of quality improvement work and audit
* Undergone training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities
* Completion of formal courses in Audit and quality improvement.
* Published Audit including quality improvement.
Teaching
* Experience of, and commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduates
* Appraisal and assessment skills
* Enthusiastic and ability to inspire others
* Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching
Research
* Understanding and interest in research
* Ability to appraise research critically
* Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects
* Evidence of recent research and development activity
* Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer‑reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty
Equality and Diversity
* Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs
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.
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
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