Locum Consultant Radiologist- Breast Symptomatic and Screening Imaging

Esneft; Colchester; On-site; GBP 114,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Staff benefits

Job summary

ESNEFT is recruiting a Locum Consultant Radiologist with a special interest in Breast Symptomatic and Screening Imaging at Colchester Hospital. The post is a 12-month fixed-term contract, full-time (10 sessions per week), with NHS-scale salary and opportunities for flexible working.

The role requires GMC registration and FRCR or equivalent, plus subspecialty training and proven experience in Breast MRI and Cross Sectional Imaging.

Qualifications

• FRCR or equivalent qualification is required.
• GMC registration is essential.
• Appropriate subspecialty training is required.
• Experience in Cross Sectional Imaging and Breast MRI is essential, with training or certification in Breast Screening and Symptomatic Radiology.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Breast work (screening and symptomatic)
• Participate in general radiology department and on call service (currently 1 in 16)
• Provide specialist breast radiological advice and services to users of the Breast service
• Ensure compliance with ionising radiation regulations and radiation protection responsibilities
• Take personal responsibility for the clinical care of referred patients and advise clinical colleagues as needed

Skills

Breast Radiology

Cross Sectional Imaging

Breast MRI

Education

FRCR or equivalent

GMC registration

Subspecialty training

Job description

Locum Consultant Radiologist- Breast Symptomatic and Screening Imaging

Consultant

Main area Radiology Grade Consultant Contract Fixed term: 12 months (1 year whilst the post is recruited substantively) Hours Full time - 10 sessions per week Job ref 432-MC2942

Site Colchester Town Colchester Salary £113,565 - £150,569 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 28/10/2026 23:59

We are one of the largest NHS organisation in England. Our scale provides exciting opportunities for development, innovation, research, education and training.

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Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is at the heart of all we do; and it forms part of ESNEFT’s core activities. The Trust operates and relies on everyone treating each other with dignity and respect, to receive equitable and fair treatment in the implementation of Policies, Procedures and in its Practices, to foster positive work relationships, and finally to act with integrity as a professional within ESNEFT as well as a representative of the NHS as a whole. The EDI Agenda reflects the Trust values such as Optimistic, Appreciative and Kind. In line with the NHS Long Term Plan, People Plan, People Promise and a Model Employer intrinsic in the Equality Diversity and Inclusion Agenda, we consistently strive to improve, to take the learning into Action for a better ESNEFT.

Job overview

An opportunity has arisen to join our team at Colchester Hospital in the Cancer & Diagnostics Clinical Delivery Group (CDG).

We are inviting applications for a full-time Locum Consultant Radiologist with a special interest in Breast Symptomatic and Screening Imaging. Previous NHS breast screening service experience is essential.

This is a 1 year fixed term post whilst the division review the specialty needs and recruit substantively.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will:

• Work with colleagues to provide a consultant-led service with the highest standards of care
• Work with the multi-professional team to develop care pathways and clinical guidelines
• Develop and maintain good working practices within wards, outpatients and A&E
• Collaborate and promote close working links with colleagues in tertiary centres, community services and primary care
• Offer support and leadership to junior medical colleagues, nursing colleagues and other members of the multi-disciplinary team

Working for our organisation

At ESNEFT we provide hospital and community health services to almost one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our dedicated staff deliver care from acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, surgeries, community clinics and in patients’ own homes.
We are one of the largest NHS organisation in England, employing more than 12,000 staff.

We pride ourselves on supporting our staff. We offer a wide range of training and development opportunities. Flexible working options will be considered for all roles in line with service needs.
Along with supporting you to achieve your career goals we offer a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro rata) and access to a range of NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing programme offer a variety of services.

Our philosophy is that Time Matters . Across the Trust, we concentrate on improving the things we do and removing those which cause delays for our staff and patients.

We have invested in our commitment to Time Matters with a partnership with leading electronic patient record (EPR) supplier Epic. This will transform life at ESNEFT for staff and patients.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The post holder will:

• Participate in Breast work (split between screening and symptomatic work)
• Participate in the general radiology department and on call service – can be discussed depending on breast sessions. (Currently 1 in 16).
• Provide specialist breast radiological advice and services to users of the Breast service
• Accept responsibility for compliance with ionising and radiation regulations, along with radiation protection supervisor and the radiation protection officers
• Accept personal responsibility for the clinical care of patients referred to him/her
• Provide advice and information as required to clinical colleagues and other staff

Qulaifications

• GMC
• FRCR or equivalent
• Appropriate subspecialty training
• Experience in Cross Sectional Imaging and Breast MRI
• Completion of general and sub speciality Breast Screening and Symptomatic Radiology training or within 6 months of obtaining CCT by interview date

Experience

• Training in all aspects of diagnostic radiology, including Breast Screening and Symptomatic work. Experience of both in the UK including the NHS breast screening programme.
• Ability to supervise, perform and report techniques in chosen area of expertise

Please note that where response levels are exceptional we may close the post before the specified date, therefore early application is recommended.

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Secondment - if you are interested in undertaking a role on a secondment basis, please ensure that you have discussed this with your current line manager prior to submitting your application. Please note if you are already an employee of ESNEFT fixed term roles will only be offered on a secondment basis.

When providing reference details please provide email addresses so references can be sought promptly to cover the last 3 years of employment.

Successful candidates may be charged for their DBS check. Please ensure you read the information found in the attached DBS Information document

The Trust is committed to its staff and their development and to equal opportunities and diversity. Applications are welcomed from all sections of the community.

Whilst we welcome applications from all and your application will be considered on individual merit, if you are offered a position and require a Skilled Worker Certificate of Sponsorship we may not be able to process your application to the final stage due to Home Office eligibility. Please note Band 2 roles are not eligible for sponsorship.

In submitting an application form, you authorise East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process should you be appointed to the post.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your interest in East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust; we look forward to receiving your application for employment.

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You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.