Consultant Paediatric Radiologist

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Southampton is looking for a Consultant Paediatric Radiologist to join their team. The selected candidate will deliver a comprehensive diagnostic paediatric radiology service, participate in on-call rota, and engage in multidisciplinary meetings. This role is perfect for those seeking growth in subspecialties like interventional radiology. The position offers competitive compensation, 35 days paid holiday, and access to NHS discounts, in a city known for its low living costs.

Benefits

NHS discounts

Minimum of 35 days paid holiday

Generous pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in Paediatric Radiology with at least 1 year of subspecialty training.
• Independent performance and reporting of general paediatric diagnostic imaging.
• Publications in Paediatric Radiology are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a comprehensive diagnostic paediatric radiology service.
• Participate in on-call rota and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Provide specialist paediatric radiology reporting and advice.

Skills

Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams

Understanding of equality and diversity

Effective communication skills

Good organisational skills

Calm and compassionate response abilities

Participation in teaching

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

GMC registration with a licence to practise

FRCR or equivalent

CCT in Radiology

Fellowship in Paediatric Radiology

Job description

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Consultant Paediatric Radiologist

The closing date is 15 December 2025

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a motivated, skilled, and caring paediatric radiologist to join our dedicated team at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust.

About Us

Southampton Children's Hospital is a leading centre for specialist paediatric services in the South of England, serving Southampton, the Isle of Wight, and the Channel Islands. We are a major trauma centre and part of the Oxford‑Southampton Children’s Hospital Network, covering cardiac, critical care, neuroscience, orthopaedics, and rehabilitation. As a major teaching centre and base for the Wessex Radiology Training Scheme, we are committed to supporting medical careers.

Role Overview

You will deliver a comprehensive diagnostic paediatric radiology service, including plain radiography, CT, ultrasound, and MRI, and lead imaging in multidisciplinary meetings. Subspecialist training in paediatric radiology and participation in the on‑call rota are essential. A standard full‑time job plan includes 10 PAs (8.5 clinical, 1.5 supporting), with acute/emergency and outpatient reporting. On‑call is consultant‑led, supported by a senior registrar, with compensation via a non‑working day (2 PAs). We encourage development of subspecialty interests, including paediatric interventional radiology or neuroradiology.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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Job responsibilities

This is a Consultant Paediatric Radiologist post based at University Hospital Southampton (UHS). The main responsibilities of the post are summarised below.

In conjunction with colleagues, work flexibly to achieve the hospital’s agreed planned activity for inpatient and outpatient paediatric imaging services. Out of hours responsibilities, including participation in the consultant on‑call rota. Provision of specialist paediatric radiology input at relevant local and regional MDTs. Supporting regional centres through provision of specialist paediatric radiology reporting and advice. Participation in medical audit, clinical governance processes and CPD.

For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations and the qualifications we are looking for. It outlines the essential criteria for the role and is designed to support you in preparing your application by helping you evaluate how your skills, experience and professional background align with the requirements of the role.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION – The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.

Proposed interview date: 7th January 2026

This vacancy closes on or before 14th December 2025

Person Specification

Qualifications, Training & Experience

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
• FRCR or equivalent
• Experience of Paediatric Radiology with at least 1 year of subspecialty training in a recognised centre
• Independent performance and reporting of all general paediatric diagnostic imaging
• Independent performance of pneumatic reduction of intussusception and standard emergency paediatric fluoroscopy or readiness to be trained in this technique
• Radiology‑specific audits leading to change in practice
• Publications in Paediatric Radiology
• CCT Radiology
• MRCP or FRCS
• Fellowship in Paediatric Radiology
• Experience of working in paediatric trauma imaging
• Independent performance of gastrojejunal feeding tube changes
• Demonstration of an understanding of NHS management, service improvement and implementing change
• Fellowship in paediatric radiology

Aptitudes and skills

• Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi‑professional teams
• Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
• Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English)
• Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
• Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
• Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
• To be able to independently travel to be at the main site within 30 minutes out of hours

Living Trust Values

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

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.

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

£109,725 to £145,478 a year – depending on experience