Consultant Interventional Radiologist

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

Job summary

A leading hospital trust in Shrewsbury seeks a Consultant Interventional Radiologist to join their expanding department. The role involves performing interventional procedures, contributing to the general diagnostic workload, and training junior staff. The candidate should possess relevant qualifications including an MBBS and be on the GMC Specialist Register. This permanent position offers a salary ranging from £109,725 to £145,478 per year and includes flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Full Registration and a licence to practise with the General Medical Council.
• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via CCT or CESR.
• Clinical training equivalent to UK CCT in Clinical Radiology.

Responsibilities

• Perform vascular and non-vascular interventional procedures.
• Contribute to general diagnostic workload and participate in on-call rota.
• Involve in training of junior Radiology staff.

Skills

Interventional Radiology

Clinical Audit

Research

Education

MBBS, MBChB or equivalent medical qualification

FRCR or equivalent

Job description

Overview

A Consultant Interventional Radiologist is required at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust for a busy and expanding Department.

The post will include sessions at the two main hospital sites within an overall flexible group job planning format, with an agreed overall sessional make up. Any potential candidate who wishes to be considered for a part-time or flexible working arrangement is also welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

• Perform vascular and non-vascular interventional procedures carried out within the main site for inpatient and outpatient populations.
• Contribute to the general diagnostic workload of the department and participate in the general radiology on-call rota (there is currently no out-of-hours interventional rota).
• Develop and maintain advanced clinical skills relating to interventional patients.
• Work flexibly according to changes in work patterns and requirements and participate in the general on-call rota (1:24 cross-county on call).
• Prospective cover of annual and study leave is in place.
• Involve in the organisation and administration of the Radiology Department and teaching of other clinical staff, including participation in regular clinico-radiological meetings with other Consultants.
• Be involved in the training of junior Radiology staff.
• Develop enhanced clinical skills, especially in the assessment and management of acutely ill patients.
• Demonstrate excellent team-working skills with the abilities and professional attitude to work well in a multi-professional team.
• Deliver clinical and quality targets agreed both nationally and locally with clinical teams and commissioners.
• Follow patients throughout their clinical pathways.

About us

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH) is the main provider of acute hospital services for around half a million people in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and mid Wales.

Our main service locations are the Princess Royal Hospital (PRH) in Telford and the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital (RSH) in Shrewsbury. Both hospitals provide a wide range of acute hospital services including accident & emergency, outpatients, diagnostics, inpatient medical care and critical care.

Details

Date posted: 09 September 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Consultant

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

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 223-MC2182-A

Job locations: Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, Mytton Oak Road, Shrewsbury, SY3 8XQ

Job plan and responsibilities

A formal job plan will be agreed within 3 months of starting in post. A full-time job plan is based on a 10 PA working week and will be reviewed annually. It covers clinical work, teaching, research, education and managerial responsibilities, with a clear schedule of commitments and objectives linked to service improvements and trust priorities. For a full-time contract, the plan is typically 7.5 PAs of Direct Clinical Care and 2.5 SPAs (supporting professional activities).

The allocation of PAs is subject to adjustment as required by service demand. Part-time applicants may have pro-rated PAs. If unable to work full-time, modification of job content will be discussed with the Trust in consultation with other consultants.

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS, MBChB or equivalent medical qualification
• FRCR or equivalent

Entry Criteria

Essential

• Full Registration and a licence to practise with the General Medical Council (GMC)
• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via: Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) (proposed CCT date within 6 months of interview) or Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR)
• Evidence of commitment to Clinical Audit and Research
• Clinical training equivalent to UK CCT in Clinical Radiology
• Experience in Interventional Radiology

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a disclosure check will be required.

Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered. Guidance on overseas checks and UK registration is provided in general guidance, with applicants expected to have current UK professional registration.

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, Mytton Oak Road, Shrewsbury, SY3 8XQ

Employer's website: http://www.sath.nhs.uk/