Job summaryAre you a dedicated Consultant Radiologist with a passion for ChestRadiology?
This is your opportunity to bring your expertise to an award-winninghospital set amidst the stunning Yorkshire countryside. Here, you'lldiscover a workplace that values innovation, flexibility, and personalwellbeing just as much as clinical excellence.
At our high-performing Trust, you'll be part of a forward-thinking teamcommitted to delivering outstanding Radiology services for our localcommunities. With access to full PACS home-working stations, agileworking options, and a culture shaped by supportive, progressiveleaders, you'll find the freedom to thrive--professionally andpersonally.
This permanent post will expand our consultant body to 13Radiologists (14 pending recruitment to our Consultant Radiologist with interest in MSK Radiology vacancy), reflecting our commitment to strengthening and investing in our Imaging services. Within our lung and cardiac specialties, this role will help grow our dedicated teams--bringing the lung radiology team to 2 consultants and cardiac-trained radiologists to 2 substantive consultants--ensuring robust expertise and excellent continuity of care for our patients.
We are open to accepting applications from those candidates whoare in the process of completing CESR, offers will be conditional pending successful completion of CESR.Join us and shape the future of Radiology in a place where greatcareers and great lives go hand-in-hand.
Main duties of the jobIn this role, you will contribute your expertise across the full spectrum ofdiagnostic and interventional chest radiology. You will be expected toprovide high-quality reporting and intervention across modalities,including: Plain Film, Ultrasound, CT and MRICT-guided biopsy and related chest interventional proceduresAdditional subspecialty reporting skills or interventional capabilitieswould be highly advantageous and are welcomed within our expandingservice.
As a key member of the department, you will also provide generalradiology support, including participation in on-call and acute imagingwork to ensure continuity of care for our patients.
You may also be required to undertake any other duties necessary forthe effective performance of the role, appropriate to the Consultantgrade.*Previous applicants need not apply*About usWe are delighted to offer a wide range of benefits to employees including: Cycle to WorkTravel SchemeChildcare Vouchers with Salary SacrificeOnsite NurseryBuying and Selling Annual LeaveCar LeasingEmployee Assistance ProgrammeEmployee Health and WellbeingExtensive Reward SchemeCounselling ServiceFinancial packages including Vivup and WagestreamStaff Networks, Enable, Rainbow, Gender, Race Equality Ecoaware & Admin Network.
Our values:
We understand that it's down to the hard work, effort and dedication of our staff that makes a difference for our patients. Our people really do make our Airedale experience - we take pride in fostering a friendly, effective and caring work environment. Our values are part of our DNA, which are: Committed to Quality of CareCompassionWorking together for patientsImproving LivesEveryone CountsRespect and DignityIf you have any questions before you apply, please contact the recruiting manager to find out more.
DetailsDate posted30 September 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary
Check you match the skill requirements for this role, as well as associated experience, then apply with your CV below.
113,565 to 150,569 a year
per annum
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference number423-8198796Job locationsAiredale General HospitalSkipton RoadSteetonBD20 6TDUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see person specification for further information. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the recruiting manager.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesPlease see person specification for further information. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the recruiting manager. Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialOn GMC's Specialist Register or be no more than six months from receiving CCT at interview dateFRCR or equivalent higher qualification from a different College or from overseas. DesirableFellowshipAdvanced or further degrees. Medical or post-graduate prizes
Experience
EssentialExperience in General RadiologyConfident with Information Technology. Subspecialty training and experience in chest imaging post FRCR 2BDesirableExperience in chest interventionKnowledge of a wide range of educational methodsExperience in cardiac imagingManagerial skills
Training
EssentialIn General Radiology (CT, MR, US, Plain Films, Fluoroscopy) with appropriate sub-specialist trainingDesirableTeaching experienceTeaching qualification/prize
Skills
EssentialCommunication skills (clarity/listen/persuade/negotiate)Interpersonal skills & self-awarenessAbility to work as part of a team & demonstrate leadershipFlexibility (ability to be flexible in working practice, supporting staff and patients)Self-motivation and ability to motivate othersResilience & able to cope under pressureReliabilityDesirableAbility to learn from experiences.
Academic Achivements/Research Publications
EssentialAbility to survey and perform critical literature appraisal. DesirableBasic knowledge of research methods including Scientific study design, Data Evaluation, Statistics, Publication Preparation. Publications in referred journals.
Personal Circumstances
EssentialMust reside within 20 miles or 60 minutes from Airedale General Hospital. If do not reside within this distance, this should be discussed with recruiting managerAble to provide an on call service
Clinical Governance & Audit
EssentialTo have understanding of all elements and commitment to the principals of clinical governance and clinical audit.
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialOn GMC's Specialist Register or be no more than six months from receiving CCT at interview dateFRCR or equivalent higher qualification from a different College or from overseas. DesirableFellowshipAdvanced or further degrees. Medical or post-graduate prizes
Experience
EssentialExperience in General RadiologyConfident with Information Technology. Subspecialty training and experience in chest imaging post FRCR 2BDesirableExperience in chest interventionKnowledge of a wide range of educational methodsExperience in cardiac imagingManagerial skills
Training
EssentialIn General Radiology (CT, MR, US, Plain Films, Fluoroscopy) with appropriate sub-specialist trainingDesirableTeaching experienceTeaching qualification/prize
Skills
EssentialCommunication skills (clarity/listen/persuade/negotiate)Interpersonal skills & self-awarenessAbility to work as part of a team & demonstrate leadershipFlexibility (ability to be flexible in working practice, supporting staff and patients)Self-motivation and ability to motivate othersResilience & able to cope under pressureReliabilityDesirableAbility to learn from experiences.
Academic Achivements/Research Publications
EssentialAbility to survey and perform critical literature appraisal. DesirableBasic knowledge of research methods including Scientific study design, Data Evaluation, Statistics, Publication Preparation. Publications in referred journals.
Personal Circumstances
EssentialMust reside within 20 miles or 60 minutes from Airedale General Hospital. If do not reside within this distance, this should be discussed with recruiting managerAble to provide an on call service
Clinical Governance & Audit
EssentialTo have understanding of all elements and commitment to the principals of clinical governance and clinical audit.
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).
Additional information
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. xgikmsk For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameAiredale NHS Foundation TrustAddressAiredale General HospitalSkipton RoadSteetonBD20 6TDUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameAiredale NHS Foundation TrustAddressAiredale General HospitalSkipton RoadSteetonBD20 6TDUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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