Consultant Radiologist with interest in Nuclear Imaging

NHS; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospital seeks a Consultant Radiologist to join its esteemed Radiology Department. The role includes responsibilities in cross-sectional imaging and is vital for services at a busy Acute Trust. Candidates should have a strong background in oncology imaging and hold the necessary qualifications, with opportunities for specialized development to enhance departmental services.

Qualifications

• Must hold an ARSAC licence for Technetium.
• Experience in Nuclear imaging is essential, with 2+ years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in MDTs and deliver quality-assured services.
• Work collaboratively with other cross-sectional radiologists.

Skills

Core cross-sectional imaging skills

Good spoken and written English

Experience of oncology imaging

Education

ARSAC licence holder Technetium

2 years working in Nuclear imaging

Job description

Job summary

The post holders will share in the general cross-sectional work of the department including the out of hours work and the Duty Radiology rota. PET CT reporting capability will be an advantage as PET CT imaging is available on site currently for 2 days a week, potentially going into 3 days. Other subspecialist interests can also be developed to complement the needs of the department. Experience of oncology imaging is essential and participation in MDTs.

Main duties of the job

The appointed candidate will work with other cross-sectional radiologists in post who already deliver a significant volume of service audited for quality assurance.

The post will entail regular MDT meetings co-ordinated with other team members and built into the job plan.

Excellent core cross-sectional imaging skills and good spoken and written English are essential pre-requisites to enable the Trust to deliver its service objectives.A strong foundation in general body and neuro imaging is essential for delivering a sustainable 24 hour imaging service for this Acute Trust with a busy Emergency Assessment Unit, Trauma Unit, Regional Oncological centre, a Heart and Lung Centre and a dynamic Stroke Treatment Unit with endarterectomy facilities on site.

The post holder will contribute to the long established 7 day working arrangement and the evening on site consultant radiologist cover until 8 pm.

About us

The Radiology Department at New Cross Hospital is housed in a modern, purpose built PFI facility and is very well equipped with an established capital equipment replacement programme.The Trust has a robust PACS with fully integrated voice recognition system. Flexible working and Teleradiology with potential to work from home is available.Wolverhampton is part of the West Midland conurbation. The region offers both rural beauty in nearby Shropshire as well as the excellent urban facilities of a large city. Being located centrally, road and rail services provide easy access to the whole country and Birmingham International Airport is nearby. The West Midlands hosts a cluster of internationally reputed primary and secondary schools and affordable quality housing.

Details Date posted

01 July 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

225-DIV3-7019620-A

Job locations

New Cross Hospital

Wednesfield Road

Wolverhampton

WV10 0QP

Job description Job responsibilities

Please see job description for a proposed timetable of activities. This is just a suggestion and other models could be used to deliver the service.

Job description Job responsibilities

Please see job description for a proposed timetable of activities. This is just a suggestion and other models could be used to deliver the service.

Person Specification Experience Essential

• 2 years working in Nuclear imaging

Desirable

• 4 years working in Nuclear imaging

Experience Essential

• ARSAC licence holder Technetium

Desirable

• ARSAC licence holder multiple radio-isotopes

Person Specification Experience Essential

• 2 years working in Nuclear imaging

Desirable

• 4 years working in Nuclear imaging

Experience Essential

• ARSAC licence holder Technetium

Desirable

• ARSAC licence holder multiple radio-isotopes

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 (Opens in a new tab).

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 (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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 (Opens in a new tab).

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 (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust

Address

New Cross Hospital

Wednesfield Road

Wolverhampton

WV10 0QP

Employer's website

https://www.royalwolverhampton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust

Address

New Cross Hospital

Wednesfield Road

Wolverhampton

WV10 0QP

Employer's website

https://www.royalwolverhampton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)