Are you a Consultant Radiologist looking to advance your career in a thriving and supportive NHS Trust? Join North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust and become part of our UKAS-accredited Radiology Department! With a strong commitment to high‑quality patient care and continuous innovation, we’re seeking a talented professional with subspecialist interest in Breast Imaging.
As a Consultant Radiologist, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering high‑standard radiology services across our three acute sites—Peterborough City Hospital, Hinchingbrooke Hospital, and Stamford & Rutland Hospitals—while extending your expertise to our community hospitals.
Who We’re Looking For
* Full GMC registration with a license to practice (or eligibility within 6 months).
* UK‑trained applicants: Must have a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within 6 months of award at the date of interview.
* Non‑UK‑trained applicants: Must demonstrate CCT equivalence.
* Strong leadership qualities with a focus on teamwork, patient care, and innovation.
We can offer a welcoming and supportive team environment with opportunities for continuing professional development, leadership training, career progression, and a great work‑life balance.
The successful candidate will be expected to participate in on‑call rota as detailed in the job description and subject to team job planning.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities include:
* Deliver subspecialty radiology services in alignment with departmental needs, driving service improvement.
* Provide leadership and clinical expertise across general radiology, working closely with your colleagues in a collaborative environment.
* Actively contribute to service development, clinical governance, and quality improvement initiatives.
* Develop and maintain your subspecialty interest, enhancing our department’s offering to meet patient and service requirements.
* Lead and contribute to audit projects and protocol development, ensuring best practices are followed.
Working for our organisation
We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.
In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet.
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For informal discussions or more information, please contact our Consultant Radiologist PA, Dawn Anderson on 01733 673491.
Person specification
Education & Qualifications
* CCT in Radiology or equivalent (or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview) or on the Specialist Register
* Higher qualification, e.g. MD, PhD
Experience
* Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT Radiology with sub‑speciality accreditation / experience
* Experience of supervising / teaching undergraduates, junior doctors and other staff; ability to teach clinical skills.
* Experience of practice to date
* Clinical governance – track record of engaging in clinical governance; reporting and learning from errors
* Publications in recognised Radiology journals
* Research projects relating to speciality
* Evidence of ability to pursue independent audit and research.
Other
* Full registration with the General Medical Council and licence to Practice.
* Able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trusts Values and Behaviours
Key Skills
* Ability to undertake diagnostic Breast Imaging along with aspiration and biopsies
* Excellent analytical & problem‑solving skills
* Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems; ability to critically appraise published evidence
Disclosure & Barring Check Fee
Where your role requires a DBS check, the Trust will pay the fee upfront and reclaim the cost (including a £5 admin fee) from your first month’s salary. Volunteers are exempt.
Our Values – At the heart of all we do
We recruit not just for skills but for behaviours aligned with our core values: dedication, care, courage, and innovation. Show us how you live these values in your application and interview.
Early closure notice
We may close this advert early if we receive enough applications—please apply without delay.
International Applicants & Sponsorship
We welcome applications from those needing UK sponsorship. From 2021, most non‑UK/Republic of Ireland nationals need a visa to work in the UK.
Important: Salary thresholds and visa rules changed in 2024 — check your eligibility here: www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.
If applying from overseas, you may also need to provide criminal record certificates for countries lived in for 12+ months in the past 10 years.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Contact
Name: Nicola Leighton‑Davies
Job title: Imaging Services Manager
Email address: nicola.leighton-davies@nhs.net
Telephone number: 01733 673487
It is recommended that all potential candidates visit the department prior to interview.
To arrange this or discuss the post in more detail, please contact Consultant Radiologist PA, Dawn Anderson on 01733 673491 or the Imaging Services Manager, Nicola Leighton‑Davies on 01733 6733487.
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