Consultant Radiologist with Subspecialty Interest in Nuclear Medicine

NHS; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health service provider is seeking a Consultant Radiologist with a subspecialty interest in Nuclear Medicine. This role involves providing comprehensive diagnostic services, including nuclear medicine, within a supportive and innovative department. Candidates must have substantial experience with SPECT-CT imaging and relevant qualifications. A commitment to excellence in patient care and participation in departmental development is essential.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience of reporting diagnostic nuclear medicine studies with SPECT-CT imaging techniques.
• Full GMC Registration is required.
• On the specialist register or within 6 months of achieving.

Responsibilities

• Provision of all aspects of a Diagnostic Radiology Service.
• Offer a comprehensive diagnostic nuclear medicine service.
• Provide diagnostic reports on patients at community hospitals.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to organise and prioritise workload

Leadership skills

Working knowledge of RIS/PACS

Education

MB ChB or Equivalent

FRCR or equivalent

MRCP or equivalent

Post-grad certification in Nuclear Medicine

Subspecialist training/fellowship

Job description

Consultant Radiologist with Subspecialty Interest in Nuclear Medicine

The closing date is 12 November 2025

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!

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

Our refurbishment of the Central Radiology department in early 2021 has led to a cutting‑edge diagnostic department including 2 nuclear medicine cameras, with a future‑proofed capital replacement programme in place. We operate the latest technology in terms of our PACS solution with Agfa Enterprise Imaging which was upgraded in December 2024 across our entire estate. Along with our ambitious plans for the future, we are also investing in artificial intelligence solutions within our department.

We would like you to be a part of our team! Our Head of Department would love to show you around. Then you can find out for yourself that it's Blackpool Teaching Hospitals where you want to work!

Main duties of the job

The clinical commitments of this post will include responsibility for provision of all aspects of a Diagnostic Radiology Service at Blackpool Teaching Hospital (BTH), including CT, MR, plain film and ultrasound, as well as nuclear medicine. There may also be an occasional requirement to provide diagnostic reports on patients at community hospitals. At present we operate a "Radiologist of the Day" system, but this is under review, particularly as we gain more consultants within the department. The aim of the department is to become more efficient and to minimise interruptions to individual consultants as much as possible.

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals offers a comprehensive diagnostic nuclear medicine service. We currently offer a wide range of diagnostic nuclear medicine examinations, including a cardiac service. Extensive experience of reporting diagnostic nuclear medicine studies utilising 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 licence. CV required with application.

About us

BTH are 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. To address previous challenges and promote a culture of excellence, we are seeking individuals who align with our renewed commitment to these values: Caring, Safe, Respectful.

Person Specification

Legal Requirements

• Full GMC Registration
• On the specialist register (or within 6 months of achieving)

Education & Qualifications

• MB ChB or Equivalent
• FRCR or equivalent
• MRCP or equivalent
• Post‑grad certification in Nuclear Medicine
• Subspecialist training/fellowship

Management Skills

• Awareness of NHS organisation and core values of NHS
• Understanding management responsibilities of NHS consultants
• Participation in a management training course

Knowledge & Research

• Commitment to CPD and requirements of clinical governance and audit
• A proven track record in self‑directed research
• Publications in peer reviewed journals

Skills & Ability

• Excellent communication skills - both oral and written.
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload and to delegate responsibility and supervise staff
• Leadership skills - ability to take responsibility, show leadership and make decisions
• Working knowledge of RIS/PACS
• Educational qualification or working towards.

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.

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust