# Consultant in Breast Radiology > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/consultant-in-breast-radiology/9d499e6e-dbd3-4750-8f2a-802074c91890 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/consultant-in-breast-radiology/9d499e6e-dbd3-4750-8f2a-802074c91890.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - **Location:** Milton Keynes University Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Medical doctor - **Speciality:** Radiology - **Grade:** Consultant - **Salary:** £113,565 - £150,569 Per annum pro rata - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 10 sessions per week - **Closing date:** 2026-11-12T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-10-16T12:55:15.150Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Buckinghamshire/Milton_Keynes/Milton_Keynes_University_Hospital_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Radiology/Radiology-v8372459 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8372459?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview Milton 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 Support This 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 job This 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 Intervention - Specialist breast ultrasound - Image‑guided interventions using: - Ultrasound guidance - Stereotactic guidance - Digital breast tomosynthesis guidance - Stereotactic‑guided and ultrasound‑guided vacuum biopsy You 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. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities The 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 on‑call 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 development Please refer to the job description and person specification for the main responsibilities of this role. ### Applicant requirements 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. ## Person Specification ### Audit **Essential** - Experience in audit and Active participation in clinical audit. ### Skills **Essential** - Highly 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 skills - Ability to work constructively in a multidisciplinary team, be flexible and responsive to the needs of colleagues - Ability to manage competing demands in a busy acute environment and cope and manage own emotions under stress - Competent in the use of IT/computer systems **Desirable** - Evidence of ability to continuously improve patient and staff experience ### Research **Essential** - Experience of research **Desirable** - Publications in peer reviewed journals and ability to appraise scientific literature critically - Ability to supervise postgraduate research ### Standards **Essential** - High ethical standards - Understanding of risk/ governance management & quality assurance systems particularly pertinent within imaging ### Transport **Essential** - Must be able, when on call, to return to the hospital if required within thirty minutes **Desirable** - Car driver - Possess own transport ### Other requirements **Essential** - Ability to work independently and as part of the Medical Directorate - Ability to balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and the Trust as a whole - Ability to gain the trust & confidence of colleagues and patients - Will 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 ### Experience/ Training **Essential** - Subspecialty training in interventional radiology - Experienced in the use of RIS/ PACS - Familiarity with voice activated reporting - Providing confident and competent direct clinical care - Experience in developing effective and collaborative working relationships - Wide experience in Breast Radiology **Desirable** - Leading a change or innovation in the workplace with a multidisciplinary team - Leadership and Management experience - Experience of managing budgets and staff - An awareness of current speciality specific developments, initiatives and issues. ### Knowledge/ Abilities **Essential** - Ability to perform a wide range of breast interventions including stereotactic biopsies and excisions independently - Knowledge and application of up-to-date evidence-based practice - Possess knowledge and ability to conduct radiological examination in appropriate areas of specialty and modalities - Able 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 Constitution - Understands Trust vision, values, strategic objectives - Must 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 ### Teaching and Education **Essential** - Willingness and ability to teach. - Evidence of commitment to further postgraduate education/continuous professional development - Medical and non-medical undergraduate and postgraduate teaching experience **Desirable** - Postgraduate certificate in education ### Qualifications/ Registration **Essential** - Fully registered with the General Medical Council - FRCR or equivalent - Applicants must be on the Specialist Register of the GMC or within 6 months of award of CCT by date of interview **Desirable** - ALS certification - Breast Fellowship ## Documents - [job description and person specification (pdf, 566.0kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10700357) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.