Consultant Radiologist with Subspecialty Interest in Nuclear Medicine

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a motivated nuclear medicine radiologist to join their dynamic radiology department. You will be involved in providing a comprehensive diagnostic radiology service, including nuclear medicine. The ideal candidate will have expertise in SPECT-CT imaging and a track record in research. This position is based in Lancashire, and applicants must possess FRCR or equivalent. The department is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess FRCR or equivalent and be on the specialist register within 6 months of CCST.
• Experience with advanced imaging techniques and nuclear medicine diagnostics.
• Track record in research is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical opinions for community hospitals and primary care services.
• Deliver Diagnostic Radiology Service including CT, MR, Plain films, and Ultrasound.
• Occasionally report on patients at community hospitals.

Skills

Nuclear Medicine Expertise

Diagnostic Imaging

SPECT-CT Imaging Techniques

Research Experience

Education

FRCR or equivalent

Specialist nuclear medicine training

Job description

Overview

A Vacancy at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

If you are a motivated nuclear medicine radiologist who is looking for a challenging, fast-paced, and growing radiology department, Blackpool Teaching Hospitals may just be the place for you!

Our team consists of 21 general radiologists with subspecialties including breast, upper/lower GI, musculoskeletal, urology, paediatrics and more.

We refurbished Central Radiology in early 2021, with a cutting-edge diagnostic department including 2 nuclear medicine cameras, a future-proofed capital replacement programme, and an upgraded PACS (Agfa Enterprise Imaging) across the estate in December 2024. We are also investing in artificial intelligence solutions within the department.

Responsibilities

• Join a multi-professional team based in the Radiology Department at the Victoria Hospital site and provide clinical opinions for our community hospitals and primary care services.
• Provide all aspects of a Diagnostic Radiology Service at Blackpool Teaching Hospital (CT, MR, Plain films, Ultrasound) as well as Nuclear Medicine.
• Occasionally provide diagnostic reports on patients at community hospitals. The department operates a “Radiologist of the Day” system, under review as more consultants join the team, with a goal to become more efficient and minimise interruptions to individual consultants.

Nuclear Medicine

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals offers a comprehensive diagnostic nuclear medicine service, including a wide range of diagnostic nuclear medicine examinations, including a cardiac service. Extensive experience reporting diagnostic nuclear medicine studies utilizing SPECT-CT imaging techniques is required. An appropriate period of specialist nuclear medicine training and experience with advanced imaging techniques is desirable, as is a track record in research. Applicants should possess the FRCR or equivalent and be on the specialist register or within 6 months of obtaining their CCST. They should also hold, or be eligible to hold, an ARSAC Practitioner license. CV required with application.

Qualifications and Requirements

• FRCR or equivalent and be on the specialist register or within 6 months of CCST, ARSAC Practitioner license or eligibility.
• Appropriate specialist nuclear medicine training and experience with advanced imaging techniques; track record in research desirable.
• CV required with application.

Values and Environment

BTH is committed to fostering a positive and inclusive work environment where every individual is respected, valued, and supported. We recognise that our greatest asset is our people, and we strive to attract and retain professionals who embody our core values: Caring, Safe, Respectful.

Application

For more information please see attached job description.

This advert closes on Wednesday 12 Nov 2025.