Consultant Cardiothoracic Radiologist

Transformation Unit; Basildon; On-site; GBP 114,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for a Consultant Cardiothoracic Radiologist at Basildon University Hospital. The post focuses on advanced cardiothoracic imaging with opportunities to develop cardiac MRI expertise within an integrated radiology service.

You will join a large team of radiologists, contribute to MDTs, teaching, and service development, and participate in on-call duties while maintaining high-quality diagnostic standards.

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent with GMC registration and eligibility for specialist register.
• Formal subspecialty training with a cardiothoracic imaging fellowship including cardiac MRI.
• Level 3 accreditation in Cardiac MRI and Cardiac CT.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a diagnostic radiology service of high quality.
• Develop the general and specialist imaging service to support the Trust.
• Work flexibly with colleagues to support emergencies and inpatients.
• Undertake an appropriate share of the on-call rota for diagnostic radiology.
• Participate in MDTs and clinical meetings.
• Contribute to audits, research and appraisal to maintain standards.
• Support training of junior doctors, radiographers and students.

Skills

Cardiac MRI & CT expertise

Thoracic diagnostic CT

Independent clinical responsibility

Broad training in CT imaging

CT-guided thoracic intervention

Interventional procedures (biopsy &amp

Education

MBBS or Equivalent

GMC Specialist Register entry / eligible within 6 months of CCT

Formal subspecialty training in cardiothoracic imaging with cardiac MRI

Level 3 Cardiac MRI and Cardiac CT accreditation

Job description

Main area General Radiology Grade Consultant Contract Permanent Hours

• Full time
• Part time
• Job share
• Flexible working
• Compressed hours

10 sessions per week (with Out-of-hours cover) Job ref 390-CSS-BA-3853

Employer Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Basildon Town Basildon Salary £113,565 - £150,569 Per Annum (Pro Rata for part time) Salary period Yearly Closing 29/10/2026 23:59

Consultant Cardiothoracic Radiologist

Consultant

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is the onlyacute hospital provider in the Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ICS), which is a system of health and care partners working together for our local population.

Within Mid and South Essex there are 149 GP practices, operating from over 200 sites, forming 27 Primary Care Networks and one Ambulance Trust. There are also three main community and mental health service providers who work together through a community collaborative.

We collaborate with other valuable partners, including three Healthwatch organisations, nine voluntary and community sector organisations and three top tier local authorities, with seven district, borough and city councils, as well as our local universities.

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Cardiothoracic Radiologist to join the expanding Radiology Service at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust, helping to deliver exceptional imaging services to the population of South Essex.

We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in Cardiac MRI, or those who are keen to develop and achieve accreditation in this specialist area. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of advanced cardiothoracic imaging services supporting both acute hospital care and Community Diagnostic Centres linked to Basildon University Hospital.

You will join one of the largest and most progressive radiology services in the region, working within a fully integrated Trust-wide team of over 500 staff and 60 Consultant Radiologists across our three hospital sites. Supported by strong clinical leadership and a collaborative culture, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality diagnostic services, shaping clinical pathways and contributing to the development of imaging protocols and service innovation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious radiologist looking to further develop their specialist interests while working in a supportive environment that values professional development, collaboration and excellence in patient care.

Join us and help shape the future of cardiothoracic imaging across Mid and South Essex.

Main duties of the job

Deliver a diagnostic radiology service of high quality.

Contribute to development of the general and specialist imaging service to support the Trust in ensuring provision of high quality diagnostic support throughout the week.

Work flexibly with colleagues to support the timely management of emergencies and inpatients.

Undertake an appropriate share of the on-call rota for diagnostic radiology.

Participate in multi-disciplinary clinical meetings (MDT).

Ensure that standards are maintained and developed through clinical audit, evidence- based research and appraisal.

Be familiar with the College curricula for junior doctor training and contribute to their training requirements, including tutorials, on-the-job teaching, mentoring, appraisal and assessment.

Contribute to the training of undergraduates and advanced practitioner radiographers.

Maintain personal professional development in accordance with the requirements of the Royal College of Radiologists and the General Medical Council.

Ensure that new techniques (outside ethically approved research projects) are only introduced after appropriate training, with approval of the relevant clinical directorates and with arrangements for evaluation and an audit trail.

Working for our organisation

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well-being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.

Person specification

Qualifications

• MBBS or Equivalent
• entry on GMC Specialist Register; eligible for entry on Register or within six months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of training (CCT) at time of interview
• Evidence of formal subspecialty training and cardiothoracic imaging fellowship with cardiac MRI
• Level 3 accreditation/certification Cardiac MRI and Cardiac CT

Experience

• Expertise in performing and reporting cardiac MRI and CT
• Experience in thoracic diagnostic CT
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients, including an ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems in cardiothoracic imaging.
• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in the specialty.
• Expertise in CT guided thoracic intervention
• Experience of simple interventional procedures (biopsy and drainage)

Please be aware as per the new Immigration guidelines we cannot sponsor candidates with a salary (full time or pro Rata) under the current minimum threshold.

Please note, the selection processes at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right skills and values, please be advised that the use of AI in applications are monitored. We remain vigilant against candidates who misuse these tools to generate an application that doesn’t accurately reflect their skills, and you will be required to declare on your application if AI has been used before submitting your application.

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.

Should you have any further queries, please contact

Dr Qaiser Malik Group Clinical Director on 01268 669597