Overview
Come and join Our Growing, Dynamic Radiology Department
We are seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinking Consultant Radiologist specialising in Neurological and Head and Neck imaging to join our team at St Richard's Hospital.
The role requires a thorough grounding in clinical radiology including ultrasound and cross sectional skills. The post holder will be required to report subspecialist head and neck, and neuroradiology studies, as well as general oncology staging studies.
An interest in paediatric imaging would be desirable as we enhance our children's and young people's imaging pathways.
Why Join Us?
Clinical Excellence - Broad, varied casemix; Active participants in regional imaging network. Innovation - Involvement in AI triage/decision support pilots, structured reporting templates, dose optimisation, protocol harmonisation. Leadership & Development - Opportunities for governance leads (paediatric imaging, dose/IRMER, quality improvement, audit), educational supervision, teaching, and management roles. Research & Academic Links - Support for NIHR portfolio studies, grant applications, imaging trials, and honorary academic titles where appropriate. Wellbeing & Culture - Inclusive, collegiate team; regular consultant forums; protected SPA time; wellbeing initiatives; staff networks promoting diversity & inclusion. Location & Lifestyle - Attractive mix of urban, suburban and rural living within easy reach of major transport links; excellent schools and cultural amenities.
Main duties of the job
The clinical duties of the post include the following:
* General elective and acute (hot) reporting
* General and subspecialty ultrasound list
* Sub-speciality reporting
* Reporting oncology scans
* Supervision of radiology trainees
* Participation in MDMs
* Participation in on-call service
Teaching and training are an integral part with rotating radiology trainees and subspecialty training. Participation in teaching for the radiology MSc program conducted at the medical school is also encouraged.
About us
We are University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. We value diversity and encourage inclusion. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust. We promote wellbeing and flexible working where possible to support work-life balance.
As a university trust and leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so you can grow and develop throughout your career here. We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with us.
Details
Date posted: 22 October 2025
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 279-SRHCONRADIO-HNNEU-530
Job locations: St Richards Hospital, Spitalfield Lane, Chichester, PO19 6SE
Note: address lines simplified for clarity
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post.
Person Specification
Experience / Qualifications
* Basic medical degree
* Postgraduate qualification or appropriate specialist qualification
* Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
* CCT in Radiology or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
* Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
Desirable
* Higher Degree
* Distinctions, Scholarships, prizes, other degrees (e.g., BSc, MSc, MS)
* Clinical Skills and Experience
* Broad experience of general acute diagnostic imaging (including trauma CT) and general outpatient imaging
* Good cross-sectional skills in body and emergency imaging
* Head and Neck ultrasound
* Neuro reporting
* Desirable: Paediatric reporting
* Oncology reporting
* Whole Body MRI reporting
Knowledge - Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
* Organisation and Planning
* Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams.
* Understanding of NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
* Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
* Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
* Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
* Evidence of participation in audit
* Research experience
* Publications
* Prizes and honours
Personal Attributes
* Evidence of good communication skills both oral and written
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. Submission to the DBS may be required to check for prior 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.
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
Employer: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address: St Richards Hospital, Spitalfield Lane, Chichester, PO19 6SE
Employer's website: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/
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