Consultant in Breast Radiology in Milton Keynes

Job summaryMilton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Breast Consultant in Imaging. The postholder will deliver high-quality, patient-centred care and support the Trust's ambition to improve the health and wellbeing of our community.This is a full-time, substantive post (10 PAs) supporting the diagnostic breast imaging service, collaborating with other consultant breast radiologists and the specialist mammography team.Golden Hello and Relocation SupportThis post attracts a Golden Hello recruitment incentive of up to 20,000, comprising 10,000 on joining, followed by 5,000 on the first anniversary and 5,000 on the second anniversary of employment.In addition, relocation expenses of up to 8,000 are available, subject to eligibility and the Trust's Relocation Expenses Policy.We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Consultant Breast Radiologist to join our supportive and forward-looking Imaging Department. This is a full-time, substantive replacement post (10 PAs) supporting the diagnostic breast imaging service, working closely with our team of consultant breast radiologists and specialist mammography practitioners.This is a replacement post.We welcome applicants who have broad radiology experience consistent with a fully trained Consultant Radiologist, together with specialist expertise in breast imaging and experience of the National Breast Screening Programme.Main duties of the jobThis post will encompass all areas of imaging allied to the screening and symptomatic breast services, including specialist breast ultrasound, image guided intervention utilising the modalities of ultrasound, stereotactic guidance and digital breast tomography with special reference to stereotactic guided and ultrasound guided vacuum biopsy., the reporting of breast MRI, CT and plain radiography.This post encompasses the full range of imaging associated with both the screening and symptomatic breast services. The successful applicant will undertake:Breast Imaging and Interventiono Specialist breast ultrasoundo Image-guided interventions using:o Ultrasound guidanceo Stereotactic guidanceo Digital breast tomosynthesis guidanceo Stereotactic-guided and ultrasound-guided vacuum biopsyYou will also participate in the National Breast Screening Programme and contribute to the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred diagnostic services.There will be opportunities to pursue and develop areas of special interest in line with departmental priorities and the Trust's strategic direction. We welcome applicants who bring initiative, innovation, and a commitment to continuous improvement.The main base for this post will be Milton Keynes University Hospital but there may be a requirement to work at any other location where the Trust provides services such as community diagnostic centres. About usMilton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.As a medium-sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre.Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards - and the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030.Visit our website to explore the latest news and opportunities at MKUH - News - Milton Keynes University Hospital -For further information about Milton Keynes please visit - Visit Milton KeynesDetailsDate posted16 October 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary 113,565 to 150,569 a year Per annum pro rata ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number430-CC26-675A-AJob locationsRadiology - Med Staff (Dept)Milton KeynesMK6 5LDUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe postholder will contribute to clinical governance and audit, participate in the general on-call rota, support training and education, and attend multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings.The postholder will:Participate in the general radiology oncall rota Attend and contribute to multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings Support training and education of radiology trainees and other staff Contribute to clinical governance, audit, and service improvement Maintain high professional standards through ongoing CPD and skills developmentPlease refer to the job description and person specification for the main responsibilities of this role. Job description Job responsibilitiesThe postholder will contribute to clinical governance and audit, participate in the general on-call rota, support training and education, and attend multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings.The postholder will:Participate in the general radiology oncall rota Attend and contribute to multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings Support training and education of radiology trainees and other staff Contribute to clinical governance, audit, and service improvement Maintain high professional standards through ongoing CPD and skills developmentPlease refer to the job description and person specification for the main responsibilities of this role.Person Specification Qualifications/ Registration EssentialFully registered with the General Medical CouncilFRCR or equivalentApplicants must be on the Specialist Register of the GMC or within 6 months of award of CCT by date of interviewDesirableALS certificationBreast Fellowship Experience/ Training EssentialSubspecialty training in interventional radiologyExperienced in the use of RIS/ PACSFamiliarity with voice activated reportingProviding confident and competent direct clinical careExperience in developing effective and collaborative working relationshipsWide experience in Breast RadiologyDesirableLeading a change or innovation in the workplace with a multidisciplinary teamLeadership and Management experienceExperience of managing budgets and staffAn awareness of current speciality specific developments, initiatives and issues. Knowledge/ Abilities EssentialAbility to perform a wide range of breast interventions including stereotactic biopsies and excisions independentlyKnowledge and application of up-to-date evidence-based practicePossess knowledge and ability to conduct radiological examination in appropriate areas of specialty and modalitiesAble to do general reporting including plain film, ultrasound, CT and MRI reporting unassisted.Understanding of NHS policy and delivery of national performance targets (including hospital acquired infections)Awareness of NHS ConstitutionUnderstands Trust vision, values, strategic objectivesMust be able to demonstrate knowledge of the professional code of conduct and guidance issued by the GMC and adhere to this.Able to problem solve in a pragmatic and adaptable manner Skills EssentialHighly skilled in the management and treatment of patients admitted to the specialty.Must be able to demonstrate values consistent with the Trust Values Based Behaviours and be willing to develop self to an Exemplary level and act as a role model for others, in particular in relation to patients: - Knowledge & awareness of diversity and human rights and the competencies appropriate to your role to support their diverse needs and human rights. - Ability to communicate effectively with them and with other staff to ensure that their care, treatment and support are not compromised. - A good understanding of their communication, physical & emotional needs. -can identify the patients individual needs and preferences, their changing needs and recognise and promote their independence - Ability to empathise with patients and their families and to treat them with compassion and sensitivity.Excellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work constructively in a multidisciplinary team, be flexible and responsive to the needs of colleaguesAbility to manage competing demands in a busy acute environment and cope and manage own emotions under stressCompetent in the use of IT/computer systemsDesirableEvidence of ability to continuously improve patient and staff experience Teaching and Education EssentialWillingness and ability to teach.Evidence of commitment to further postgraduate education/continuous professional developmentMedical and non-medical undergraduate and postgraduate teaching experienceDesirablePostgraduate certificate in education Audit EssentialExperience in audit and Active participation in clinical audit. Standards EssentialHigh ethical standardsUnderstanding of risk/ governance management & quality assurance systems particularly pertinent within imaging Research EssentialExperience of researchDesirablePublications in peer reviewed journals and ability to appraise scientific literature criticallyAbility to supervise postgraduate research Transport EssentialMust be able, when on call, to return to the hospital if required within thirty minutesDesirableCar driverPossess own transport Other requirements EssentialAbility to work independently and as part of the Medical DirectorateAbility to balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and the Trust as a wholeAbility to gain the trust & confidence of colleagues and patientsWill be required to maintain full registration with the GMC as well as remaining on the Specialist Register during length of employment within MKUH NHS FT trust Person Specification Qualifications/ Registration EssentialFully registered with the General Medical CouncilFRCR or equivalentApplicants must be on the Specialist Register of the GMC or within 6 months of award of CCT by date of interviewDesirableALS certificationBreast Fellowship Experience/ Training EssentialSubspecialty training in interventional radiologyExperienced in the use of RIS/ PACSFamiliarity with voice activated reportingProviding confident and competent direct clinical careExperience in developing effective and collaborative working relationshipsWide experience in Breast RadiologyDesirableLeading a change or innovation in the workplace with a multidisciplinary teamLeadership and Management experienceExperience of managing budgets and staffAn awareness of current speciality specific developments, initiatives and issues. Knowledge/ Abilities EssentialAbility to perform a wide range of breast interventions including stereotactic biopsies and excisions independentlyKnowledge and application of up-to-date evidence-based practicePossess knowledge and ability to conduct radiological examination in appropriate areas of specialty and modalitiesAble to do general reporting including plain film, ultrasound, CT and MRI reporting unassisted.Understanding of NHS policy and delivery of national performance targets (including hospital acquired infections)Awareness of NHS ConstitutionUnderstands Trust vision, values, strategic objectivesMust be able to demonstrate knowledge of the professional code of conduct and guidance issued by the GMC and adhere to this.Able to problem solve in a pragmatic and adaptable manner Skills EssentialHighly skilled in the management and treatment of patients admitted to the specialty.Must be able to demonstrate values consistent with the Trust Values Based Behaviours and be willing to develop self to an Exemplary level and act as a role model for others, in particular in relation to patients: - Knowledge & awareness of diversity and human rights and the competencies appropriate to your role to support their diverse needs and human rights. - Ability to communicate effectively with them and with other staff to ensure that their care, treatment and support are not compromised. - A good understanding of their communication, physical & emotional needs. -can identify the patients individual needs and preferences, their changing needs and recognise and promote their independence - Ability to empathise with patients and their families and to treat them with compassion and sensitivity.Excellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work constructively in a multidisciplinary team, be flexible and responsive to the needs of colleaguesAbility to manage competing demands in a busy acute environment and cope and manage own emotions under stressCompetent in the use of IT/computer systemsDesirableEvidence of ability to continuously improve patient and staff experience Teaching and Education EssentialWillingness and ability to teach.Evidence of commitment to further postgraduate education/continuous professional developmentMedical and non-medical undergraduate and postgraduate teaching experienceDesirablePostgraduate certificate in education Audit EssentialExperience in audit and Active participation in clinical audit. Standards EssentialHigh ethical standardsUnderstanding of risk/ governance management & quality assurance systems particularly pertinent within imaging Research EssentialExperience of researchDesirablePublications in peer reviewed journals and ability to appraise scientific literature criticallyAbility to supervise postgraduate research Transport EssentialMust be able, when on call, to return to the hospital if required within thirty minutesDesirableCar driverPossess own transport Other requirements EssentialAbility to work independently and as part of the Medical DirectorateAbility to balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and the Trust as a wholeAbility to gain the trust & confidence of colleagues and patientsWill be required to maintain full registration with the GMC as well as remaining on the Specialist Register during length of employment within MKUH NHS FT trustDisclosure 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. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameMilton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation TrustAddressRadiology - Med Staff (Dept)Milton KeynesMK6 5LDUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameMilton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation TrustAddressRadiology - Med Staff (Dept)Milton KeynesMK6 5LDUnited KingdomEmployer's website