Locum Consultant Breast Radiologist - South Wales

TN United Kingdom; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Locum Consultant Breast Radiologist to join a prestigious health board in Cardiff. This role offers the chance to work flexibly with advanced imaging technology while providing expert guidance to multidisciplinary teams. You'll be responsible for diagnosing and treating a variety of conditions, ensuring quality patient care, and contributing to a supportive healthcare environment. With access to development packages and a focus on mental well-being, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in their field.

Benefits

Access to Support Hub

Competitive Pay Rates

Dedicated Recruitment Consultant

Free CPD Courses

Revalidation Support

24/7 Service Availability

Qualifications

• GMC registered Doctor with experience at Consultant level.
• Ability to perform image-guided procedures and manage patient care.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage medical conditions using imaging techniques.
• Liaise with medical staff to ensure quality treatment.

Skills

Mammography Reporting

Breast and Axillary Ultrasound

Image Guided Biopsy

Quick Thinking

Analytical Mind

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Calm Under Pressure

Education

GMC Registered Doctor

Consultant Level Experience

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05.05.2025

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19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Client Name: Cardiff & Vale University Health Board

Role: Locum Consultant Breast Radiologist

Shifts: 3-4 days / 6-8 sessions per week (between Mon-Fri).

• Must have procedure experience in mammography reporting, breast and axillary ultrasound, image guided biopsy of breast and axilla.
• Desirable procedure experience in vacuum assisted biopsy / excision, pre-operative localisation techniques, ultrasound guided core biopsy / stereotactic guided core biopsy.
• Access to The Support Hub - our support service to help support your mental health and well-being and enable you to deliver outstanding care.
• First sight of jobs across multiple NHS trusts
• Competitive pay rates
• A dedicated Recruitment Consultant
• Free CPD courses and career support with Medacs Academy
• Revalidation support
• 24/7/365 service - we're available when you need us

A fantastic opportunity has become available for a dedicated, skilled, and knowledgeable Locum Radiology Consultant to join the prestigious Cardiff & Vale University Health Board.

Working flexibly, you will be acting as an expert consultant to the referring physician, analysing images to help diagnose, monitor, and treat various conditions, diseases, and injuries.

Working alongside a friendly, multidisciplinary team of dedicated healthcare professionals, you will be using some of the most advanced imaging technology in the country, pioneering the use of CT, MRI, PET, and fusion imaging.

As a specialist in the Radiology team at Cardiff & Vale University Health Board, you will have access to a wide range of development and support packages to ensure you can develop your knowledge in your area of particular interest or explore new intervention techniques.

In addition to your qualifications as a Radiology Consultant you will have:

• Quick thinking abilities
• An analytical mind
• Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• Excellent attention to detail
• Problem-solving skills
• The ability to work well under pressure
• A desire to improve and develop knowledge and skills

Main Duties/Responsibilities

As a Radiologist you will:

• Use images to diagnose, treat and manage a variety of medical conditions and diseases.
• Offer specialist expertise and guidance to other doctors, clinicians, and staff.
• Liaise with medical and non-medical staff to ensure quality treatment.
• Elect appropriate radiology techniques for patient diagnosis and undertake minimally invasive techniques to guide and direct a variety of interventional treatments.
• Actively support patients and their families, communicating clinical information to explain findings using a variety of methods to ensure practical understanding.
• Communicate with patients on shared patient decision making
• Work in and where appropriate, lead a multidisciplinary team
• Assess and prioritise patient/client requirements, delegating effectively to others.
• Recognise, review, and report a patient's condition and any changes to the patient and the multidisciplinary team.
• Performing basic administrative and clerical tasks.

Qualifications/Licenses/Certifications

• Be a GMC registered Doctor (you do NOT need to be on the Specialist Register).
• Have relevant experience at Consultant level, or references to support your transition up to Consultant level.
• Hold evidence of stand-alone Right to Work in the UK (unfortunately locum jobs aren't able to offer visa sponsorship).
• You will need to pass an enhanced background check (DBS).

If you are looking for a Locum Consultant Radiologist role within a trust that continuously strives to achieve excellence and embody its core values, apply today and be a part of something amazing.