Locum Consultant Chest Radiologist

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Bridgend

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GBP 113,000 - 138,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Leading pension

Generous leave

Flexible working

Job summary

NHS in Bridgend, Wales, invites applications for a fixed-term Locum Consultant in Radiology to cover maternity leave. The post involves general and subspecialist chest imaging across Princess of Wales Hospital and Royal Glamorgan Hospital, with potential involvement in lung cancer screening rollout.

Patients will be seen at CTM UHB sites in Bridgend with English and Welsh language skills welcomed. The role includes active participation in education and multidisciplinary meetings within a

Qualifications

GMC registration or licence to practice.
FRCR or equivalent.
At least 1 year post-FRCR training with chest imaging/interventions.
Eligible to work/live in the UK.

Responsibilities

Provide Core Radiology with subspecialist chest imaging interest.
Attend Multidisciplinary Meetings.
Engage in education within the Health Board.
This is a replacement fixed-term post for 6 months.

Skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication with patients and staff

Professional integrity

Problem solving under pressure

Time management

IT skills

Welsh language (Level 3)

Education

GMC Registration

FRCR or equivalent

Post-FRCR subspecialty training

Eligibility to work in UK

Postgraduate radiology qualification

Medical Defence Organisation member

Job description

Main area Radiology Grade Locum Consultant Contract Locum: 6 months (Fixed term for up to 6 months to cover maternity leave) Hours Full time - 10 sessions per week Job ref 110-MD607-1126

Employer Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board Employer type NHS Site Princess of Wales Hospital Town Bridgend Salary £125,509 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 24/11/2026 23:59

Thank you for your interest in joining Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board.

Located in the heart of South Wales, we’re central to Cardiff, Newport, and Swansea. Deeply rooted in our community, as an NHS organisation we are dedicated to providing compassionate patient care and building healthier communities together.

At CTM, you’ll be part of a supportive, inclusive team from diverse nations, cultures, and backgrounds. Every role counts, every person matters, and together, we’re creating a space where everyone can thrive.

Discover more about working with us here:

An exciting opportunity has risen to join the fantastic radiology team at the Princess of Wales Hospital and Royal Glamorgan Hospital located in Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board.

Work will be undertaken on both hospital sites, covering both general and subspecialist work. Participation with the likely roll out of lung cancer screening will be expected.

Their resilience, superb team work and close working nature with other colleagues makes the Cwm Taf Morgannwg Radiology team stand out– A team that anyone would be proud to work with!

This post is fixed term for 6 months to cover maternity leave.

@cwmtafradiology

Main duties of the job

Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB provides comprehensive Radiology services to the local population. The successful candidate will be expected to provide all aspects of Core Radiology with subspecialist interest in chest imaging. Regular attendance and contribution to the Multidisciplinary meetings is expected. The successful applicant is expected to take an active role in education within the Health Board. This is a replacement post.

English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply

Working for our organisation

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales’s largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM’s location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff’s vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy—Our Health, Our Future—focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

We listen, learn, and improve

We treat everyone with respect

We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you’ll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification documents to see further information and details on the post.

This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable . Whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn’t ‘fluency’, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means being able to communicate in Welsh during routine clinical situations, such as welcoming patients, discussing straightforward aspects of their care and answering routine questions. If you’re comfortable holding everyday conversations in Welsh, we encourage you to apply. Your Welsh language skills will help us provide person-centred care and enable patients to receive services in their language of choice. Have a look at our ‘Croeso Candidate’ booklet below for more information.

Person specification

Qualifications & Eligibility

Full GMC Registration with a license to practice
FRCR or equivalent
At least one year specialist training at post FRCR level with experience in relevant specialty interest including image guided intervention
Eligibility to work and live in the UK
Additional degree, diploma or post-graduate qualification relevant to radiology
Member of a Medical Defence Organisation

Knowledge & Experience

Broad experience in Radiology with ability to undertake duties at Consultant level
Good clinical knowledge, acumen and judgement
Ability to perform range of image guided intervention
Understands the principals of audit and clinical governance
Understanding management systems in NHS and familiar with UK hospitals sys- teams and practice

Skills & Abilities