At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team to provide expert breast imaging services and patient care.
- Company: University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay, committed to diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Flexible working arrangements, teaching opportunities, and modern imaging technology.
- Other info: Outstanding lifestyle opportunities near the Lake District and major cities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while enjoying a supportive work environment.
- Qualifications: Full GMC registration, relevant qualifications, and experience in breast imaging.
The predicted salary is between 37338 - 44962 £ per year.
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay has a firm commitment to strengthening the diversity of our workforce, and therefore welcome and encourage applications from likeminded people who can support our ambition to become effortlessly inclusive. We are particularly keen to hear from protected groups – including BAME, LGBT+ and people with a disability.
We are seeking a dynamic and committed Consultant Breast Radiologist to join our well‑established Breast Imaging Service, supporting both symptomatic and NHS Breast Screening Programme (NHSBSP) activity across North Lancashire and South Cumbria. Applications from candidates seeking full‑time, part‑time or flexible working arrangements are welcomed.
The successful candidate will contribute to both symptomatic and screening breast imaging services, including mammography, ultrasound, MRI and image‑guided procedures. The post offers the opportunity to work within an experienced multidisciplinary team of breast clinicians, radiographers, advanced practitioners, nursing staff and administrative colleagues.
We welcome candidates with a range of interests and can offer flexible job planning. The post may be configured as a dedicated Breast Radiology role with no requirement to participate in the general Radiology on‑call rota. Alternatively, candidates wishing to maintain a broader practice may include general radiology sessions and on‑call participation within their job plan.
The Breast Imaging Service operates across Furness General Hospital, Royal Lancaster Infirmary, Westmorland General Hospital and mobile screening units. Recent investment has enhanced our digital mammography, ultrasound and SECTRA PACS infrastructure.
Supportive and flexible job planning, dedicated Breast Radiology role with no on‑call requirement, if preferred. Opportunities for teaching, training, research and service development. Modern imaging equipment and digital infrastructure. Outstanding lifestyle opportunities close to the Lake District and major cities including Manchester and Liverpool.
Application for this substantive post will only be accepted if you hold full GMC registration with a licence to practice and entry on the Specialist Register or are within six months of receiving CCT/Professional Portfolio (CESR) at time of interview.
Education & Qualifications:
- MB ChB (or equivalent).
- FRCR (or equivalent).
- Strong educational, qualification & professional track record.
- Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practise.
- Fellowship or additional training in Breast Imaging.
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for Clinical Radiology, or within six months of award at time of interview.
- Teaching or training qualifications.
Skills, Ability & Knowledge:
- Ability to plan and develop the service to provide patient centred care.
- Ability to organise and prioritise work effectively.
- Ability to communicate appropriately in English (both in writing and verbally) with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, radiographers, nurses and other agencies.
- Good standard of verbal and written English.
- Ability and willingness to work within the Trust and NHS performance framework and targets.
- Ability to plan strategically and work with the Trust’s partners.
- Experience of teaching clinical skills.
- Computer, PACS and VR software literate.
Clinical Experience:
- Five years supervised training in an appropriate SpR equivalent training programme (or equivalent).
- Demonstrated ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients and contribute to on call.
- Experience of offering expert clinical opinion on a range of radiological problems.
- Experience of evaluating own radiological practice and audit practices.
- Experience of NHS Breast Screening Programme (NHSBSP) practice and standards.
- Experience of breast screening film reading and assessment clinics.
- Experience of symptomatic breast imaging including mammography, breast ultrasound and image‑guided procedures.
- Participation in NHSBSP quality assurance processes, audit and multidisciplinary team working.
- Participation in the PERFORMS self‑assessment scheme or equivalent breast imaging quality assurance programme.
- Experience of working in UK.
- Subsidiary interest to fit with the needs of the department.
- Experience of supervising trainees.
- Broad radiology skills and experience—plain film, US, CT and MR.
- Experience of NHSBSP assessment clinics, vacuum‑assisted procedures and localisation techniques.
We are committed to Equal Opportunities and aim to be Effortlessly Inclusive.
Consultant Breast Radiologist employer: Uhmb
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay is an exceptional employer, dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment for all staff. With flexible job planning, opportunities for professional development, and access to modern imaging technology, employees can thrive both personally and professionally while enjoying the stunning lifestyle benefits of living near the Lake District and major cities like Manchester and Liverpool.
