Job summary
Applications are invited for a Consultant Breast and General Radiologist based at Leighton Hospital, Crewe. This is a new post to support the increasing demand for breast imaging and cross‑sectional imaging.
This post will provide the successful candidate with an opportunity to undertake a split role within Breast Imaging and General Radiology, this will be a 70:30 split.
The Breast service is an integral part of the Imaging Department and provides screening services within the NHSBSP alongside a local symptomatic provision. The standalone unit has Siemens Digital Mammographic equipment and Canon Ultrasound. MR breast imaging is provided locally using our 3 MR scanners.
The post holder will be expected to provide a breast screening and symptomatic service along with supporting to provide cross section imaging.
Applicants must have full registration with the GMC including a License to Practice and be on the Specialist Register (or be within six months of obtaining their Certificate of Completion of Training).
Shortlisted candidates will be expected to visit the department prior to interview.
The proposed AAC date is 01.05.2026.
Main duties of the job
The department is supported by Specialist Trainees (ST) on rotation through Health Education England (NW), Radiographers and Sonographers, Medical Imaging Assistants, Secretaries, and Clerical Staff.
The post holder will have the opportunity to participate in the on‑call rota. A remote reporting service for CT operates independently from the on‑call radiologist between 2000‑0900 hrs during the week and from 1700‑0700 hrs at the weekend.
About us
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community services for East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester (population 357K). Our services include planned and unplanned/emergency care, cardiac and critical care, child health, maternity, and intermediate care across Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford. Through our community arm, Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, we deliver extensive services in 26 medical centres and schools in collaboration with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FT and the South Cheshire and Vale Royal GP Alliance. With 500 beds and around 5,500 staff, we are one of the area's largest employers.
Since the formation of Integrated Care Systems in July 2022, the Trust has become a key partner in Cheshire East & Cheshire West and Chester and in two provider collaboratives, aligning our strategic goals with the Cheshire & Merseyside Integrated Care System. As part of the national New Hospital Programme, we are reimagining Leighton Hospital to create a new health and care neighbourhood, transforming healthcare delivery for a Healthier Future. Learn more on our Healthier Futures website.
At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.
Job details
Date posted: 09 March 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time
Reference number: 412-DCSS-6966909-D
Job location
Leighton Hospital, Middlewich Road, Crewe, CW1 4QJ
Job description and responsibilities
The post is offered at 10 PAs. In addition to the 10 PAs there is 0.5 APA allocated to cross cover and 0.5 APA for on‑calls and this will be reviewed annually as part of the job planning process.
Direct Clinical Care (DCC): 8 PAs (includes all clinical activity, clinically related administration activity, predictable and unpredictable on‑call duties)
Supporting Professional Activities (SPA): 2 PAs per week to undertake activities such as teaching, training, education, CPD (including reading journals), clinical audit, appraisal, and service development
Person Specification – Qualifications
* Full GMC registration with a Licence to Practise.
* Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview), CESR or European Community Rights.
* FRCR or equivalent.
Person Specification – Desirable
* Additional higher degrees relevant to this post e.g. MD, MSc.
* Other postgraduate qualification.
Experience and Ability – Essential
* Good clinical experience and proven record of competency in Breast Radiology and also general radiology (plain film, CT, MRI, US and Fluoroscopy).
* Good general clinical experience in general radiology (plain film, CT, MRI, US, Fluoroscopy).
Experience and Ability – Desirable
* Subspecialty expertise in breast radiology.
Ability – Essential
* Proven ability to work within, motivate and provide leadership to the multidisciplinary team.
* Effective communicator.
* Excellent interpersonal skills.
* Flexibility of approach.
* Appreciation and understanding of the role of management.
* A clear vision for the future of radiology services at MCHFT.
* Commitment to clinical risk management and clinical governance.
* Up to date knowledge of NHS reforms, structures, and developments.
Ability – Desirable
* Evidence of possession of management skills.
Audit and Research – Essential
* Relevant experience in the organisation of and undertaking of audit. Experience in research and ability to develop evidence‑based practice.
Audit and Research – Desirable
* Relevant publications / presentations.
Teaching and Education – Essential
* Experience and interest in teaching, both junior medical and non‑medical staff.
* Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development and lifelong learning.
* Evidence to allow accreditation as a Consultant Clinical Supervisor for trainee doctors with the GMC.
Teaching and Education – Desirable
* Recognised teaching skills course.
* Special interest in role development and staff training.
* Membership of relevant medical associations / learned societies.
* Evidence to allow accreditation as a Consultant Educational Supervisor for trainee doctors with the GMC.
Other – Essential
* High professional and ethical standards.
* Meets professional health requirements in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice.
* A clear vision for the future of radiology services at MCHFT, up to date knowledge of NHS reforms, structures, and developments.
* Proven ability to work within, motivate and provide leadership to the multidisciplinary team.
* Effective communicator.
* Excellent interpersonal skills.
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.
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Employer details
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Leighton Hospital, Middlewich Road, Crewe, CW1 4QJ
Employer's website
https://www.mcht.nhs.uk/
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