Job summary
This is an exciting time to be joining Bedford Hospital, which merged with Luton Hospital in April 2020 to become part of the dynamic Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. There has been improved working and strategic developments across both sites and the Trust aims to work towards implementing integration benefits to the fullest in future.
This post is based at the Bedford Hospital site but it is anticipated that the successful candidate may work at Luton & Dunstable hospital 1 day a week in future.
Main duties of the job
* Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of all patients presenting to the Hospital
* To deliver a high-quality imaging service with a focus on subspeciality interests as applicable
* To share, with colleagues in the Imaging Department, the management of all patients referred to the Trust
* To share in the general radiology work of the department including the on call rota
* To support radiographers and sonographer staff in the department and also be involved in the teaching and training of specialist registrars grade, junior medical staff, nursing staff and medical students
* To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit
* To have responsibility for and actively participate in continuing professional development (CPD)
About us
Our Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Travel between hospital sites may be required.
We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.
Details
Date posted
24 February 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£109,725 to £145,478 a year (per annum)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
418-M-RD-085
Job locations
Luton and Dunstable Hospital
Luton
LU4 0DZ
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Medical Degree
* Relevant postgraduate FRCR or equivalent
Desirable
* MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
Clinical Effectiveness
Essential
* Understanding of clinical governance and ability to demonstrate ongoing CPD
* Experience of guideline appraisal
* Participation in relevant local audits
* Ability to interpret and apply clinical research
Desirable
* Participation in relevant national research and audits
Clinical Experience
Essential
* Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Cardiothoracic
* Excellent all round experience of DGH work
* Able to take full and independent responsibility for clinical work and delivering service without direct supervision.
Registration
Essential
* Full GMC Registration (GMC Licence to Practice is mandatory before employment commences)
* Entry on GMC Specialist Register in General Radiology via CCT (or within 6 months from date of interview) or CESR (Must be on Specialist Register by date of interview)
Personal Skills
Essential
* Ability to co-operate in a democratic team environment
* Flexible attitude, team player with good management skills
* Leadership Skills
Personal Circumstances
Essential
* Residence within 10 miles by road or up to thirty minutes travelling time of the hospital for purposes of on-call emergencies.
* Fit to undertake the role with satisfactory Occupational Health clearance
* Satisfactory DBS clearance
Clinical Governance
Essential
* Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance
Teaching
Essential
* Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical students
Desirable
* Has attended Teaching the Teachers or similar course
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Medical Degree
* Relevant postgraduate FRCR or equivalent
Desirable
* MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research
Clinical Effectiveness
Essential
* Understanding of clinical governance and ability to demonstrate ongoing CPD
* Experience of guideline appraisal
* Participation in relevant local audits
* Ability to interpret and apply clinical research
Desirable
* Participation in relevant national research and audits
Clinical Experience
Essential
* Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Cardiothoracic
* Excellent all round experience of DGH work
* Able to take full and independent responsibility for clinical work and delivering service without direct supervision.
Registration
Essential
* Full GMC Registration (GMC Licence to Practice is mandatory before employment commences)
* Entry on GMC Specialist Register in General Radiology via CCT (or within 6 months from date of interview) or CESR (Must be on Specialist Register by date of interview)
Personal Skills
Essential
* Ability to co-operate in a democratic team environment
* Flexible attitude, team player with good management skills
* Leadership Skills
Personal Circumstances
Essential
* Residence within 10 miles by road or up to thirty minutes travelling time of the hospital for purposes of on-call emergencies.
* Fit to undertake the role with satisfactory Occupational Health clearance
* Satisfactory DBS clearance
Clinical Governance
Essential
* Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance
Teaching
Essential
* Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical students
Desirable
* Has attended Teaching the Teachers or similar course
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Luton and Dunstable Hospital
Luton
LU4 0DZ
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Employer details
Employer name
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Luton and Dunstable Hospital
Luton
LU4 0DZ
Employer's website
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