Consultant in Emergency Radiology Interest in Musculoskeletal Imaging

NHS; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust is seeking a Consultant in Emergency Radiology to join their team in Sheffield. The role involves providing high-quality emergency radiology services, including acute CT and ultrasound cover. Candidates with varying experience levels are welcome to apply. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on innovation and quality care.

Qualifications

• Full registration with GMC and specialist register for radiology.
• Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Specialise in emergency radiology and provide acute CT and ultrasound cover.
• Contribute to general radiology workload and be part of the on-call rota.

Skills

Communication

IT skills

Education

FRCR or equivalent

MD or PhD or equivalent

Job description

Job summary

We are looking to appoint to a Consultant in Emergency Radiology with interest in musculoskeletal imaging to Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust based at the Northern General Hospital, Sheffield.

We would welcome applications from candidates across the full spectrum of experience, from those who have recently completed training to those who have well-established careers.

Should any further vacancies arise shortlisted applicants will be considered.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will primarily specialise in emergency radiology at the Northern General Hospital. The appointee will, together with Consultant colleagues, be responsible for the provision of acute CT and ultrasound cover for emergency department patients and inpatients. They will also contribute to reporting in their chosen subspecialty which may include MSK, GI, Chest or other subspecialties depending on previous training. In addition, the successful candidate will be a required to contribute to the general radiology workload at the Northern General Hospital. They will be part of the on call rota at the Northern General Hospital, which may become a cross site on call rota in future.

The successful candidate will work flexibly and co-operatively with other members of the team in order to provide a high quality, comprehensive emergency radiology service within this teaching hospital environment.

About us

Located on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one of the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside. Its central location and excellent transport links also means it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an award winning and internationally recognised team, with a focus on innovation, research and high quality care, as well as family friendly working, and we are keen to discuss with individuals about how we can support their ambitions.

Details Date posted

16 May 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

190-STH-25-105

Job locations

Royal Hallamshire Hospital

Glossop Road

Sheffield

S10 2JF

Job description Job responsibilities

Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.

The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.

Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.

Job description Job responsibilities

Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.

The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link. You will also have completed Specialist Training (or equivalent) and be entered on the Specialist Register of the GMC, or have a CCT date within six months of the date of interview.

Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Full registration (with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC).
• Name on the specialist register for radiology specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview. If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
• FRCR or equivalent

Desirable

• MD or PhD or equivalent

Continuous Professional Development Essential

• Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months

Desirable

• Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio

Clinical experience Essential

• Ability to work as an independent practitioner in the specialty covered by the post.
• Possess broad clinical experience in acute and general CT, ultrasound and MRI.
• Subspecialty interest in trauma and orthopaedic imaging
• Bone and joint interventional skills

Desirable

• Post CCT fellowship in musculoskeletal or trauma imaging.

Teaching and training Essential

• Experience of teaching medical students and resident doctors.

Management and Administration Essential

• Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management

Desirable

• Experience of working with management groups.

Clinical governance and audit Essential

• Experience in performing clinical audit

Desirable

• Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project

Personal attributes Essential

• Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see below)
• Good oral and written communication skills
• The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
• Proficient IT skills

Research Essential

• Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate

Desirable

• Publications in Peer reviewed journals.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Full registration (with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC).
• Name on the specialist register for radiology specialty or eligible within 6 months of the date of the interview. If an applicant is UK trained, they must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.
• FRCR or equivalent

Desirable

• MD or PhD or equivalent

Continuous Professional Development Essential

• Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months

Desirable

• Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio

Clinical experience Essential

• Ability to work as an independent practitioner in the specialty covered by the post.
• Possess broad clinical experience in acute and general CT, ultrasound and MRI.
• Subspecialty interest in trauma and orthopaedic imaging
• Bone and joint interventional skills

Desirable

• Post CCT fellowship in musculoskeletal or trauma imaging.

Teaching and training Essential

• Experience of teaching medical students and resident doctors.

Management and Administration Essential

• Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management

Desirable

• Experience of working with management groups.

Clinical governance and audit Essential

• Experience in performing clinical audit

Desirable

• Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project

Personal attributes Essential

• Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see below)
• Good oral and written communication skills
• The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
• Proficient IT skills

Research Essential

• Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate

Desirable

• Publications in Peer reviewed journals.

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

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Hallamshire Hospital

Glossop Road

Sheffield

S10 2JF

Employer's website

https://www.sth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Hallamshire Hospital

Glossop Road

Sheffield

S10 2JF

Employer's website

https://www.sth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)