Consultant Radiographer

Job overview

The Consultant Radiographer is a senior clinical and leadership role responsible for leading and developing the plain film reporting service within Radiology. The postholder provides expert image interpretation and reporting across the appendicular and axial skeleton, chest and abdomen, while ensuring reports are delivered to a high standard and within agreed timeframes. The role also provides professional leadership, governance oversight, service improvement, training, research, and audit activities to support excellence in patient care.

The successful candidate will have extensive expertise in plain film reporting and image interpretation. They will demonstrate strong clinical leadership and a commitment to quality, governance, and continuous professional development. The role requires the ability to manage services and teams effectively, support and mentor colleagues, lead training programmes, and contribute to research and service innovation.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking Radiology service at Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust, where advanced practice, innovation, education, and professional development are highly valued. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape and lead reporting services, influence governance and best practice, develop future radiography professionals, and contribute to service improvements that directly enhance patient outcomes.

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