Consultant Radiologist with a Special Interest in Breast Radiology

Hywel Dda University Health Board; Aberystwyth; On-site; GBP 82,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Hywel Dda University Health Board invites applications for a Consultant Radiologist with a specialist interest in Breast Radiology, based at Bronglais General Hospital, Aberystwyth. The post offers flexible full-time or part-time options and potential involvement in Welsh Breast Screening Programme sessions.

The successful candidate will report on mammography, breast and axillary ultrasound, and image-guided biopsy, with opportunities to contribute to service development and breast MDTs across

Qualifications

• Competence in mammography reporting and breast imaging techniques.
• Experience in gamma or breast MRI reporting is desirable but not required.
• Ability to perform image-guided breast biopsies and axillary procedures.

Responsibilities

• Undertake symptomatic breast assessment clinics and report breast imaging.
• Actively participate in breast MDTs and contribute to pathway development.
• Collaborate across sites via teleradiology and videoconferencing as required.

Skills

Breast Radiology

Mammography

Ultrasound

Job description

Job Overview

Make a real difference to breast imaging services across West Wales as a Consultant Radiologist with a specialist interest in Breast Radiology, joining a supportive and established team within Hywel Dda University Health Board.

We are seeking a Consultant Radiologist with expertise in Breast Radiology and experience in both general radiology and symptomatic breast imaging. This is an opportunity to join a team of 24 consultants and contribute to the continued development of radiology services across the Health Board.

We welcome applications from candidates interested in full-time or less than full-time working, as well as those wishing to focus exclusively on breast radiology. There is also the potential to undertake screening sessions as part of the Welsh Breast Screening Programme delivered by Breast Test Wales.

The successful candidate will be based at Bronglais General Hospital, Ceredigion, with occasional travel to Prince Philip Hospital, Llanelli and Withybush General Hospital, Pembrokeshire to support symptomatic breast clinics in line with service requirements.

Working alongside experienced radiology colleagues, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality diagnostic services and supporting the continued development of breast imaging pathways across the region.

Main duties of the job

This is a new post based at Bronglais General Hospital, Aberystwyth joining 1 Consultant Breast Radiologist, 1 Speciality Grade Doctor and 1 Consultant Radiographer providing breast radiology services to the population of Hywel Dda University Health Board. The post holder should be competent in mammography reporting, breast and axillary ultrasound, and image guided biopsy of the breast and axilla. It would also be desirable if the Radiologist has experience in additional procedures such as vacuum assisted biopsy/ excision, preoperative localisation techniques, Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (DBT) and breast MRI reporting. Experience of contrast enhanced mammography would also be desirable. The post holder will be expected to undertake symptomatic breast assessment clinics and actively participate in the breast MDT. Cross-site collaboration with respect to reporting or MDT meetings is usually done via Teleradiology and video conferencing. Office accommodation, secretarial support and full IT facilities including access to intranet and internet is provided.

Working for our organisation

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.

We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.

We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.

• Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
• Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
• Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
• 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
• Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services

Hywel Dda University Health Board operates a bilingual policy. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa, unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self‑assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK. If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.