Job Summary
UHP currently employs 6 FTE Interventional Neuroradiology consultants to deliver Mechanical Thrombectomy. The service is expanding to deliver a mechanical thrombectomy service and 24‑hour service for stroke.
This post will replace the 6th interventional neuroradiology consultant and requires a full range of skills in complex aneurysm work and mechanical thrombectomy, as part of a team of 6 consultants who perform a full range of INR treatments, diagnostic neuroradiology on call and reporting.
Responsibilities
Post-holders are expected to cover diagnostic neuroradiology services including inpatient cover, reporting and clinical meetings, and be a full member of the interventional neuroradiology team, including on‑call duties.
Post-holders will perform a comprehensive range of interventional neuroradiology procedures, including mechanical thrombectomy for acute stroke.
The team will share responsibility for providing a comprehensive diagnostic and interventional neuroradiology service.
Post-holders are expected to be actively involved in teaching for the Peninsula Medical School and Peninsula Radiology Training Programme.
Post-holders will comply with Trust Policies regarding job planning, appraisal and leave, aligned with departmental and Trust objectives.
Successful candidates will participate in delivering 7‑day mechanical thrombectomy and intracranial aneurysm treatment services.
The directorate supports research interests, with an expectation to participate in audit and clinical governance.
For further information, please see the attached Job Description & Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
* Full GMC Registration
* Fellowship of the Royal College of Radiologists
* CCT in Radiology and entry on the Specialist Register
Desirable
* MD, PhD or other postgraduate degree
Skills and Experience
Essential
* Clinical training and experience equivalent to requirement for gaining UK CCT in radiology
* Further sub‑specialist training in diagnostic and interventional radiology
* Experience in interventional neuroradiology procedures including stroke thrombectomy
* Experience in adult neuroimaging
* Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on full range of both emergency and routine neuroradiological situations
* Ability to supervise radiology specialty trainees across a broad range of neuroimaging
* Able to participate in interventional neuroradiology on‑call rota
Desirable
* Experience in vertebral augmentation procedures and spinal biopsies
* Experience in brain and spinal AVM treatments
* Experience in spectroscopy, functional imaging and other advanced neuroimaging techniques
Research and Clinical Audit
Essential
* Ability to apply evidence‑based approach to management of clinical problems
* Evidence of completed audit projects
Desirable
* Completion of clinical research
* Publications in peer‑reviewed journals
* Ability to undertake basic science research
* Ability to lead research team
* Previous success in grant applications to national funding bodies
Teaching
Essential
* Ability to teach clinical and practical skills
Desirable
* Experience of teaching clinical skills to undergraduate and postgraduate students
* Ability to supervise postgraduate research
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Essential
* Well presented CV
* Ability to communicate well with patients and staff, both orally and in writing
* Enquiring, critical approach to work
* Ability to work in a team
* Caring attitude to patients, relatives, GP's, nurses and other agencies
* Commitment to continuing medical education
* Leadership qualities
Desirable
* Information technology skills
* Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national level
Management
Essential
* Ability to advise on efficient and smooth running of specialist service
* Ability to participate in department, directorate and trust management
* Experience in audit
Desirable
* Experience in medical management
Practical Requirements
Essential
* Ability and willingness to work the hours of the job, shifts, on call with any reasonable adjustment to take account of any local requirement or disability
* Ability to move between sites if required
Metadata
Job posted date: 11 February 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time, Flexible working
Reference number: 216-G1-NRA7783958
Job location: Derriford Hospital, Derriford Road, Crownhill, Plymouth, PL6 8DH
Additional Information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker Sponsorship will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit UK Visas and Immigration website (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
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Derriford Hospital
Derriford Road, Crownhill
Plymouth, PL6 8DH
Website: https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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