This is a replacement post to work in the Clinical Imaging Department at The Royal Cornwall Hospital NHS Trust, rated as Outstanding by the CQC.
This post forms part of a sustained development in Breast imaging to meet rising demand. The successful candidates will join a cohesive breast imaging team in a dedicated breast unit for symptomatic and screening services.
The successful applicant will also have the opportunity to work in conjunction with 29 Consultant Radiologists delivering diagnostic and interventional Radiology services. The split between General and Breast work will be flexible to address any potential candidate’s experience and career aspirations.
If a newly appointed Consultant, the successful applicant will be eligible to apply for additional study leave to undertake up to 3 months additional subspecialty radiology training to meet specific learning objectives that are of benefit to the applicant and the Clinical Imaging Directorate at the Royal Cornwall Hospital. This additional study leave must be taken within 2 years of appointment. There may be a requirement to participate in the weekend working rota during this period of additional study leave.
Breast Clinicians with similar experience are also very welcome to apply.
Responsibilities
* Provision with Consultant Colleagues of Breast Radiology services to the Royal Cornwall Hospitals’ NHS Trust, with responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness
* Provision of General Radiology services to the Royal Cornwall Hospital’s NHS Trust
* Support and ensure the efficient functioning of the department and breast imaging service
* Cover for colleagues’ annual leave and other authorised absences
* Professional supervision and management of junior medical staff
* Contribution to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity
* Participation in medical audit, the Trust’s Clinical Governance processes and in CPD
* Managerial responsibilities where appropriate
* To maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients, visitors and staff
* To ensure that all duties are carried out to the highest possible standard, and in accordance with current quality initiatives within the area of work
* To comply with the requirements of the Data Protection Act 1998, in line with the Trust’s policies
* To comply with the policies, procedures and accountability arrangements throughout the Trust for maintaining accuracy and probity in the recording of the Trust’s activities
* To comply with the requirements of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 in line with Trust policy
* To comply Trust policy on the implementation of Working Time Regulations (1998, 2007 amendment)
This advert closes on Sunday 12 Apr 2026.
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