Consultant in Radiology - Gastrointestinal Radiology

NHS; Bath; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Bath is seeking a Consultant Radiologist specializing in gastrointestinal radiology to join their dynamic team. The role offers both full-time and part-time options, with responsibilities including GI imaging, participating in MDTs, and contributing to the bowel cancer screening program. Candidates must have a GMC-recognized qualification and registration. Enjoy the benefits of working in beautiful Bath, known for its cultural heritage and community spirit.

Qualifications

• GMC recognised general medical qualification.
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practice.
• FRCR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform gastrointestinal imaging, particularly for cancer.
• Contribute to GI MDTs and bowel cancer screening services.
• Undertake abdominal ultrasonography and fluoroscopy.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

General radiological practice

Gastrointestinal radiology

US and CT-guided biopsies

Effective communication

Education

GMC recognised general medical qualification

Full GMC registration

FRCR

Job description

Job Summary

Applications are invited for a Consultant Radiologist to join a friendly, forward‑thinking team of 30 Consultant Radiologists at the Royal United Hospital Bath;

Consultant Radiologist with a Specialist Interest in Gastrointestinal Radiology (10 PA's)

The post is full time but anyone wishing to work part time is also encouraged to apply. The post includes participation in the evening ભૂ and weekend on‑call rota. Outsourcing is used for most cross‑sectional emergency work performed after 20:00. Home reporting is available to all Consultants.

If you want to balance these professional opportunities with quality of life then Bath has it all. Bath is a beautiful Georgian city in the South West of England, and is England's only city with UNESCO World Heritage Site status. There is a wealth of cultural and leisure opportunities, some of the best state and independent schools in the UK, whilst only 90 minutes from London and on the doorstep of the beautiful diverse South West countryside.

Candidates are encouraged to visit the hospital and can make arrangements through contacting the Clinical Lead: Dr Gary Cross ([e-mail])

Main Duties

This is a new post due to expansion of the radiology department and in particular gastrointestinal imaging services and research. In addition to a gastrointestinal radiology specialist interest the candidate must possess skills, particularly cross‑sectional, applicable to a general department. Expertise in gastrointestinal imaging, particularly hepatobiliary, pancreatic and luminal cancer imaging and acute abdominal imaging is required. The appointee will help to deliver the weekly Upper GI, Lower GI and CUP MDTs. There is an expectation that the appointee will contribute to the symptomatic and Bowel Cancer Screening Programme CT Colonography service. The appointee will undertake abdominal US in general US lists and contribute to the fluoroscopy service. Expertise in percutaneous biopsy and abdominal drainage is desirable. An ability to contribute to non‑cancer luminal GI Radiology such as Small Bowel imaging, perianal fistula MRI and MRDP would be desirable, but an alternative second subspecialty interest would also be considered.

About Us

At the RUH we’re proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as¦ one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person‑centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seenkein in our growing community of staff networks – celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and publiée innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well‑established programmeネット of support. We believe intentionally in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we’re providing healthcare fit for wire the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Details

Date posted: 14 January 2026

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Consultant

Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time

Reference number: 427-7660853

Job locations: Royal United Hospitals NHS Bath, Combe Park, Bath, BA1 3NG

Person Specification

Qualifications – Essential

• GMC recognised general medical qualification.
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practice.
• FRCR.
• Be on the Specialist Register, or ideally within 6 months of CCT at the time of interview.

Qualifications – Desirable

• Gastrointestinal Radiology fellowship.
• Accredited CT Colonography reporter.
• Subspecialty interest in a second subspecialty.

Skills – Essential

• Fully accredited clinical radiologist on GMC specialist register.
• Extensive current general radiological practice and ability appropriate to a district general hospital environment, including general on‑call skills.
• Broad experience in gastrointestinal and abdominal radiology including reporting abdominal CT, CTgrid, and GI MRI. Able to independently present GI MDTs.
• Fully motivated in contributing to general and specialised work in the department and in maintaining a high standard of personal development.
• Experience in US and CT‑guided biopsies and drainages.

Skills – Desirable

• Gastrointestinal Radiology fellowship.
• Accredited CT Colonography reporter.
• Subspecialty interest in a second subspecialty.

Personal Attributes – Essential

• Good interpersonal skills with ability to relate to all members of staff and patients.
• Committed to working within a team.
• Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing to staff, patients and relatives ensuring that communication is tailored to the person being addressed.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Personal Attributes – Desirable

• Evidence of adaptability, organisation of time and learning.
• Computing Skills.
• Commitment to continuing personal development and to the specialty.

Teaching Experience – Essential

• Able to support multidisciplinary teaching and subspecialty training.

Teaching Experience – Desirable

• Experience of teaching SpR's.

Research Experience – Essential

• Evidence of delivery of research publications and audit.

Research Experience – Desirable

• Interest in developing clinical research and departmental audit and ability to organise postgraduate research.

Management and administration – Essential

• Awareness of audit process, appraisal, principles of Clinical Governance, confidentiality and data protection.

Management and administration – Desirable

• Proven track record of audit.

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

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Employer Details

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Royal United Hospitals NHS Bath

Combe Park

Bath

BA1 3NG

Website: https://www.ruh.n.times.uk/