Consultant Radiologist

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 114,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre in Liverpool is seeking a Consultant Radiologist to lead oncology imaging, reporting CT, MRI and PET/CT while contributing to multidisciplinary team activities and governance. The role covers three sites and includes opportunities for subspecialty development and teaching.

You will join a dynamic radiology department, supported by advanced imaging facilities, and participate in governance, audits, and service improvement initiatives to advance cancer imaging and

Qualifications

• MBChB or MBBS with GMC registration or eligibility expected within six months.
• FRCR (or equivalent) required.
• CCT in Radiology or within six months of award if UK trained.
• Higher degree (PhD/MD) or equivalent research training.
• Certificate of training in communication.

Responsibilities

• Report cross‑sectional imaging including CT, MRI and PET/CT.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and protocol development.
• Image vetting and expert radiological guidance for oncology colleagues.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement, and governance.
• Teach and supervise medical trainees; engage in audit and subspecialty activity.

Skills

Oncology radiology

Clinical audit

Teaching

Leadership

Service improvement

Budget management

Education

MBChB/MBBS

FRCR

UK CCT or equivalent

PhD/MD

Certificate in communication

Job description

Main area Radiology Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 10 sessions per week (Monday - Friday covering 10PA's) Job ref 158-26-293-MEDRAD

Site The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre - Liverpool Town Liverpool Salary £113,565 - £150,569 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 25/11/2026 23:59 Interview date 17/12/2026

In cases where we receive a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to automatically close any vacancies prior to the specified closing date - all vacancies are capped at a sufficient number; you are advised to submit your completed application form as early as possible.

We want our recruitment process to be fair, inclusive, and accessible for everyone. If you need support or a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the application or interview process, please contact our Recruitment Team - 0151 5565176 or [e-mail]. Adjustments may include alternative formats, extra time for assessments, communication support, accessible interview arrangements, interview questions prior to interview or other changes tailored to your needs.

The successful candidate will join a dynamic and forward-thinking radiology department, providing specialist oncological imaging and reporting services to support patients across medical oncology, radiation oncology, haemato-oncology and palliative care. The role offers opportunities to contribute to the reporting and governance of PET/CT and nuclear medicine studies, alongside broader diagnostic radiology practice.

The radiology department at CCC provides a comprehensive oncological imaging service. CCC-Liverpool is equipped with CT, MRI, PET/CT, Ultrasound, Plain Film and Interventional Radiology facilities. The CCC-Wirral site offers general radiology, CT, MRI, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT services.

CCC also operates the Paddington Community Diagnostic Centre, providing opportunities to undertake general radiology reporting alongside specialist oncology imaging. Out-of-hours reporting is supported through an independent teleradiology service.

Applicants should hold an ARSAC licence, or demonstrate a commitment to obtaining one, and will be supported in developing their expertise in molecular imaging and oncological PET/CT reporting as part of this role.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will play a key role within the Radiology Department, providing high-quality diagnostic imaging services to support The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre's specialist cancer pathways. Core responsibilities will include reporting cross-sectional imaging examinations, including CT, MRI and PET/CT studies (subject to training and accreditation), participation in multidisciplinary team meetings, protocol development, image vetting, and providing expert radiological advice to clinical colleagues across oncology, haematology and palliative care services.

The post holder will be expected to contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, audit, teaching and clinical governance activities, supporting the continued growth and innovation of imaging services across the Trust. There will be opportunities to develop subspecialty interests aligned to departmental and organisational priorities.

The Radiology Department operates across the CCC-Liverpool, CCC-Wirral and Paddington Community Diagnostic Centre sites, providing comprehensive oncological and diagnostic imaging services.

The post is offered on a 10 Programmed Activity job plan (8 DCC, 2 SPA). Direct Clinical Care activities will primarily comprise reporting sessions for oncological and general diagnostic imaging, participation in multidisciplinary team meetings, and associated clinical support activities.

Working for our organisation

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s leading cancer centres providing highly specialist cancer care to a population of 2.4m people across Cheshire and Merseyside, and the surrounding areas, including North Wales and the Isle of Man.

Our vision is to not only maintain this level of commitment to excellence but to work with our academic and healthcare partners across the region to ensure care, treatment and patient outcomes continuously improve in the future. We are very proud of all our expert and loyal staff and we welcome people who share the collective aim of delivering excellence in everything that we do.

Our values represent who we are and what we believe in. They define how we act to deliver the best possible care for our patients and shape The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre as a great place to work.

We are -

• Kind
• Empowered
• Responsible
• Inclusiv e

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details about this exciting role on offer at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre.

Person specification

Qualification and Education

• MB ChB or equivalent or MBBS or equivalent Full and Specialist registration (as well as a license to practice) with the General Medical Council (GMC), or be eligible for registration within six months of interview
• FRCR (or equivalent)
• Applicants who are UK trained must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Radiology or be within six months of award of CCT by the date of interview. Applicants that are non-UK trained, will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT
• Higher degree of PhD or MD by postgraduate thesis (or evidence of equivalent research training/experience)
• Relevant certificate of training in communication

Clinical Experience

• Experience of specialist training in oncology radiology
• Experience of clinical audit
• Post CCT experience in oncologic imaging including PET/CT

Teaching Experience

• Ability to teach all grades of clinical staff, including those in training
• Experience of teaching basic clinical skills to undergraduates
• Experience of supervising medical trainees

Management and Administrative Experience

• Insight into managing and leading clinical teams
• Experience and evidence of service improvement
• Experience and evidence of collaborative work across clinical network groups and in multi-disciplinary teams
• Experience of budget management

The cost of processing a new DBS application is met by the successful applicant. DBS costs are recovered via salary deduction following commencement in post - further details including cost are available from the Recruitment Team. It is a Trust recommendation that candidates requiring a DBS check subscribe to the DBS Update Service - further details are available here - https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service . Candidates who withdraw post-DBS submission will be invoiced for the full cost of the check including administration fee.

The Trust takes active responsibility for meeting national guidance and legal requirements in relation to our Safeguarding Policy, including local arrangements for the protection of adults at risk.

The Trust is committed to providing high standards of both patient and staff experience. To support us in doing this the Trust, in partnership with Trade Unions has developed and embedded key values and behaviours that all staff are required to demonstrate throughout their employment. The Trust's values and behaviours support the Trust Vision 'to provide the best cancer care to the people we serve' and our Mission 'to improve health and wellbeing through compassionate, safe and effective cancer care'.

We promote and support diversity in our workforce. The Trust have staff networks such as Ethnic Diversity Staff Network, LGBTQ+ Staff Network, Armed Forces Staff Network, MAPLE Staff Network & Menopause Support Group. The Trust does not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment and has firmed up processes for reporting this, including a dedicated Freedom To Speak Up (FTSU) Guardian.

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.

Name Dr Richard Walshaw Job title Consultant Clinical Oncologist Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 0151 556 5162 Additional information

For an informal visit or for any further information please contact one of the following:

• Louise Bunby, [e-mail]