Locum Consultant Paediatric Radiologist

Job overview

Fixed Term: 12 months | 10 PAs

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust is looking to appoint a Locum Consultant Paediatric Radiologist to join our established team of seven paediatric radiologists. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a busy, well-supported radiology department within one of the UK's leading specialist children's hospitals.

You’ll provide a comprehensive paediatric radiology service, including general and subspecialist imaging, and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings. The department supports multiple paediatric specialties and is equipped with modern imaging facilities. There are opportunities to develop subspecialty interests, and applicants with experience in paediatric neuroradiology are encouraged to apply.

You must hold a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Clinical Radiology or be within six months of achieving this at the time of interview. Subspecialist training in paediatric radiology at a recognised tertiary centre is necessary.

This is a full-time post, but applications from candidates wishing to work less than full-time will be considered. Job content will be discussed on an individual basis to support flexible working arrangement's. Further information and/or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Radiology Departmental Secretaries on 0114 2717166

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Team Lead, your responsibilities will include:

• Work alongside Consultant colleagues at SCFT to provide daytime and on-call specialist Imaging Services at Sheffield Children's Hospital and Jessop Wing Special Care Baby Unit (Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - STHFT).
• Services will include general paediatric radiology - plain film, ultrasound, CT, MRI, and fluoroscopy.
• The South Yorkshire training scheme (STHFT) offers first on-call registrar cover for general paediatric imaging (e.g., CT and ultrasound). Consultants will cover first on-call for fluoroscopic studies, imaging of inflicted injury, MRI, and neonatal imaging.
• On-call commitment: 1 in 7. Weeknight on-call: 5 pm to 9 am the following morning. Weekend on-call: 5 pm Friday to 9 am Monday.
• Weeknight on-call: 5 pm to 9 am the following morning.
• Weekend on-call: 5 pm Friday to 9 am Monday.
• The post may include one day of off-site work in a District General Hospital approximately every 4 weeks.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.

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