Radiology Consultant with Subspecialist Expertise in MSK Radiology in Blackburn

Job summaryAn exciting opportunity has arisen within the Radiology Directorate for a Consultant Radiologist join our highly functional, accomplished, and friendly team.The Radiology Directorate offers a full range of diagnostic investigations over a number of sites (2 acute and 5 community).The Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital is part of the PFI hospital. Radiology comprises 6 general rooms, 1 fluoroscopy room, 1 multipurpose interventional suite, 4 CT scanners (Canon 640 slice, Siemens 128 slice and 2 x 80 detector row Toshiba systems), 2 MRI scanners (Siemens Sola 1.5T) and a 3 room ultrasound suite. A further 5 ultrasound rooms are situated adjacent to antenatal and include Siemens and Canon machines. The angiography suite is within the theatre complex. Further investment is planned with a hybrid theatre to be commissioned.Our Nuclear Medicine Department has 2 Siemens SPECT enabled Gamma Cameras.Burnley General Teaching Hospital primarily supports out-patients and GP patients. Radiology has a single CT, two MRI systems, five general rooms, a single digital fluoroscopy room and 2 ultrasound rooms. Further ultrasound equipment is located within the Lancashire Women and Newborn Centre.Both screening and symptomatic breast imaging services are provided for the women of East Lancashire from a dedicated Breast Imaging Unit on the Burnley General Teaching Hospital premises.The service has a mobile MRI scanner (Philips Ingenia Evolution 1.5T).Main duties of the jobWe are seeking to appoint a capable and forward-thinking doctor. The candidate should have completed the radiology training (either in the UK or equivalent abroad) and should have sufficient skills to be able to independently report MRI, CT and US examinations within their areas of sub-specialty expertise. Must have good experience with general CT and MRI, both inpatient and outpatient scans.The candidate is required to take a lead role in the orthopaedic MDT. They must already be proficient in each of this area without needing support.Essential skills are:Independently be able to perform MSK ultrasound including proceduresIndependently perform MSK fluoroscopy proceduresArthrogramsIndependently report MSK X-ray, CT & MRI imagingIndependently provide specialist MSK opinions for cliniciansAbout usThere are currently 29 Consultant Radiologists working at East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust (28.5 WTE) with approximately 280 radiographic and support staff. Each modality has a Lead Radiographer overseeing operational management and service development. The Interventional Radiology Unit is supported by 6 dedicated IR radiographers and 6 dedicated IR nurses.Secretarial support is provided within the department however, we have developed an electronic paperless department with digital dictation, voice recognition and electronic distribution of results. We have a single, central booked appointment system across all sites.Day to day management of the service is supported by the Radiology Directorate Manager and Radiology Operations Manager.There is an active skill mix programme within the Directorate with Radiographers participating in x-ray reporting (Chest, Abdomen & MSK), CT, MRI, Breast and Nuclear Medicine reporting.Both hospital sites are training departments for student radiographers. There are close teaching links with the University of Cumbria and the University of Salford.The Radiology Directorate is headed by the Clinical Director. The Directorate resides within the Diagnostics and Clinical Support Care Group. The Care Group is supported with dedicated Human Resources, Finance and Governance colleagues.DetailsDate posted26 October 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary
113,565 to 150,569 a year
per annum
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference number435-MQ151-26Job locationsRoyal Blackburn Teaching HospitalHaslingden RoadBlackburnBB2 3HHUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo take a lead role in the required MDTs, undertake MSK ultrasound including fluoroscopy procedures, independently report MSK Xray, CT & MRI. Provide specialist MSK opinion.A sample 10.0 PA job plan subject to discussion would include:2.5 sessions cold reporting mainly MSK scans2 session hot reporting - acute MRI and/or CT2.25 session diagnostic ultrasound and MSK injections (screening and/or ultrasound guided)1 session MDT0.75 session free in lieu of on call1.5 SPA session0.25 SPA is afforded to departmental meetings (directorate, audit, REALM, consultant meetings) - this activity replaces a direct clinical care session.The on-call is a 1 in 20 rota. The radiologist is required to be on site at Blackburn 5-7pm on weekdays and 9am to 3pm on weekends.The consultant has the option to cover the rest of the on-call from home. There is an ST3-5 on call with the consultant who is on site until 9pm. An outsourcing provider covers the on-call, reporting all the CT scans from 9pm until 9am, with the local consultant being the second on-call.The job plan will be reviewed through discussion with the clinical director within the first 3 months and annually thereafter.The general reporting sessions can be at either Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital, Burnley General Teaching Hospital or Rossendale Community Diagnostic Centre, which are within an 11 mile radius. A home workstation is also provided and most radiologists choose to work 1 day per week from home. 5 hours of the core SPA is flexible and can be undertaken at home. 1 hour is usually required for departmental meetings.As a senior employee of the Trust the candidate will work in close co-operation with clinical staff and other medical professionals and managerialcolleagues in providing high quality health care to the Trust's patients. Integral to these responsibilities is:The provision of a first-class serviceEffective leadership to all staff engaged in the specialtySustaining and developing teaching and researchUndertaking all work in accordance with Trust procedures and operating policiesConducting clinical practice in accordance with Trust procedures and operating policiesA job plan will be agreed between the appointee and the Clinical Director.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesTo take a lead role in the required MDTs, undertake MSK ultrasound including fluoroscopy procedures, independently report MSK Xray, CT & MRI. Provide specialist MSK opinion.A sample 10.0 PA job plan subject to discussion would include:2.5 sessions cold reporting mainly MSK scans2 session hot reporting - acute MRI and/or CT2.25 session diagnostic ultrasound and MSK injections (screening and/or ultrasound guided)1 session MDT0.75 session free in lieu of on call1.5 SPA session0.25 SPA is afforded to departmental meetings (directorate, audit, REALM, consultant meetings) - this activity replaces a direct clinical care session.The on-call is a 1 in 20 rota. The radiologist is required to be on site at Blackburn 5-7pm on weekdays and 9am to 3pm on weekends.The consultant has the option to cover the rest of the on-call from home. There is an ST3-5 on call with the consultant who is on site until 9pm. An outsourcing provider covers the on-call, reporting all the CT scans from 9pm until 9am, with the local consultant being the second on-call.The job plan will be reviewed through discussion with the clinical director within the first 3 months and annually thereafter.The general reporting sessions can be at either Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital, Burnley General Teaching Hospital or Rossendale Community Diagnostic Centre, which are within an 11 mile radius. A home workstation is also provided and most radiologists choose to work 1 day per week from home. 5 hours of the core SPA is flexible and can be undertaken at home. 1 hour is usually required for departmental meetings.As a senior employee of the Trust the candidate will work in close co-operation with clinical staff and other medical professionals and managerialcolleagues in providing high quality health care to the Trust's patients. Integral to these responsibilities is:The provision of a first-class serviceEffective leadership to all staff engaged in the specialtySustaining and developing teaching and researchUndertaking all work in accordance with Trust procedures and operating policiesConducting clinical practice in accordance with Trust procedures and operating policiesA job plan will be agreed between the appointee and the Clinical Director.Person Specification
ATTAINMENTS
EssentialValid Full Registration with the General Medical CouncilGMC Specialist register for radiologyDesirableOther relevant medical and non-medical training/degree.Other relevant postgraduate qualification.
TRAINING
EssentialSatisfactory completion of previous posts providing professional training in core radiologyAppropriate training in diagnostic radiology especially with respect to MSKAble to independently report a wide variety of CT and MRI examinations and to independently carry out a general ultrasound listDesirableCommitment to further development
PERSONAL SKILLS
EssentialExperience of supervision of junior staff.Ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients, their relatives and with colleagues and staff in all disciplines.Ability to lead the development of services and provoke best practice amongst the colleagues in a changing environment.Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team with professional colleagues, management and AHP.DesirableEvidence of development of leadership within the work environment.Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities.
EXPERIENCE
EssentialHigh level of experience in MSK radiology in the NHSBe able to independently lead the rheumatology and orthopaedic MDTsIndependently be able to perform the full breadth of MSK ultrasound including proceduresIndependently perform MSK fluoroscopy proceduresIndependently report the full breadth of MSK Xray, CT and MRI examinationsIndependently provide specialist MSK opinions for cliniciansDesirableAttendance at courses in teaching, appraisal and mentorshipPublications in peer reviewed journalsEvidence of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. Ability to mentor othersUnderstanding of, and experience of, performing and participating in QI projects during general professional and higher specialist training. Willingness to undertake departmental QI projects as requested/required
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
EssentialClear commitment to lifelong learning including previous CPD relating to MSK radiologyogy.Ability to keep up to date in the speciality.DesirableMembership of Radiological societies.IT skills
MANAGEMENT
EssentialUnderstanding of current NHS management systems including clinical governance and risk management.DesirableAttendance at appropriate management courses.
OTHER
EssentialSatisfactory medical clearance from the Trust's Occupational Health Physician.
Person Specification
ATTAINMENTS
EssentialValid Full Registration with the General Medical CouncilGMC Specialist register for radiologyDesirableOther relevant medical and non-medical training/degree.Other relevant postgraduate qualification.
TRAINING
EssentialSatisfactory completion of previous posts providing professional training in core radiologyAppropriate training in diagnostic radiology especially with respect to MSKAble to independently report a wide variety of CT and MRI examinations and to independently carry out a general ultrasound listDesirableCommitment to further development
PERSONAL SKILLS
EssentialExperience of supervision of junior staff.Ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients, their relatives and with colleagues and staff in all disciplines.Ability to lead the development of services and provoke best practice amongst the colleagues in a changing environment.Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team with professional colleagues, management and AHP.DesirableEvidence of development of leadership within the work environment.Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities.
EXPERIENCE
EssentialHigh level of experience in MSK radiology in the NHSBe able to independently lead the rheumatology and orthopaedic MDTsIndependently be able to perform the full breadth of MSK ultrasound including proceduresIndependently perform MSK fluoroscopy proceduresIndependently report the full breadth of MSK Xray, CT and MRI examinationsIndependently provide specialist MSK opinions for cliniciansDesirableAttendance at courses in teaching, appraisal and mentorshipPublications in peer reviewed journalsEvidence of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. Ability to mentor othersUnderstanding of, and experience of, performing and participating in QI projects during general professional and higher specialist training. Willingness to undertake departmental QI projects as requested/required
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
EssentialClear commitment to lifelong learning including previous CPD relating to MSK radiologyogy.Ability to keep up to date in the speciality.DesirableMembership of Radiological societies.IT skills
MANAGEMENT
EssentialUnderstanding of current NHS management systems including clinical governance and risk management.DesirableAttendance at appropriate management courses.
OTHER
EssentialSatisfactory medical clearance from the Trust's Occupational Health Physician.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration
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Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameEast Lancashire Hospitals NHS TrustAddressRoyal Blackburn Teaching HospitalHaslingden RoadBlackburnBB2 3HHUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameEast Lancashire Hospitals NHS TrustAddressRoyal Blackburn Teaching HospitalHaslingden RoadBlackburnBB2 3HHUnited KingdomEmployer's website