Job overview
Applications are invited for a Locum Consultant Radiologist (with a specialist interest in Urology) to strengthen a team of 20+ Consultant radiologists, 3 international Clinical Fellows, 2 Clinical Fellows and 6 Registrars at Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust.
Applicants must have obtained the FRCR or equivalent.
Urology subspeciality required, non vascular intervention would also be considered depending on skill set.
This post is for a 12 month fixed term position.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will participate in the radiological workload of the department. He/she will undertake sub-specialty work in Urology in addition to general cross sectional reporting including CT, MRI, IR and ultrasound according to the requirements of the department and the experience of the candidate and supporting MDT's. The needs of our patients are at the heart of everything we do; but we are equally committed to the wellbeing of the teams who provide an impressive range of services for a population of about 325,000 across four major sites. So you can be certain your contribution will be highly valued, and your further development encouraged. The Trust has excellent postgraduate and research facilities, supports study leave for CPD and provides assistance with funding up to an agreed limit.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- Provision, with Consultant colleagues, of a Radiology service to Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust with responsibility for the adequate provision of a diagnostic service and proper functioning of the department.
- To undertake emergency duties where appropriate out of hours and to under-take this duty on a rota basis with Consultant colleagues. Currently, the on-call consultants undertake/supervise and report appropriate urgent ultrasound, CT scans and urgent MRI Cauda Equina scans. Advice on plain films is provided where necessary. A full local interventional radiology on call service is not provided.
- There is currently no on-call service for MRI or isotope scans.
- Provision of cover for Consultant colleagues for periods of leave.
- To clinically direct medical exposures performed by radiographic staff.
- To participate in Clinical Audit.
- Opportunities exist by agreement to follow individual research interests.
- To participate in CME/CPD according to the requirements of the Royal College of Radiologists.
Person specification
Research
Essential
- Knowledge of principals involved in research
Additonal
Essential
- Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role ie. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary and without hesitation
- Commitment to continuing medical education
- Ability to facilitate cross site working
Knowledge
Essential
- Completion of recognised Speciality Training Programme or equivalent leading to accreditation with Royal College of Radiologists or equivalent, or within six months of completion of such at the time of interview.
- Appropriate experience and training in the sub-specialty.
Desirable
- Higher academic qualification (e.g. MD, PhD or MSc).
Additional
Essential
- Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation.
- Commitment to continuing Medical Education
- Ability to facilitate cross site working
Experience
Essential
- Ability to take full and independent clinical responsibility
- Competence in adult general, acute and trauma imaging
- Subspecialty experience in Urology
Desirable
- Experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices.
Qualifications
Essential
- MBChB or equivilant
- Full GMC Registration
- FRCR
Desirable
- Higher academic qualification (e.g. MD, PhD or MSc).
- Further qualifications in subspeciality
- CCT or equivalent and on the Specialist Register within six (6) months of being appointed.
Teaching and Training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students
- Experience of supervising trainee's
Desirable
- Formal Teaching Qualifications
Management and Leadership
Essential
- Demonstration of knowlege of NHS management structures
- Ability to practice independently as a consultant
Desirable
- Completion of a general management course or programme
- Management experience
Clinical Governance and Audit
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibility
- Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
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This advert is for Locum Consultant Radiologist (with a subspeciality of Urology) with Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Wigan, North West, England. It is listed as a Consultant Medical doctor Radiology role. The advertised salary is £113,565 - £150,569 per annum. The contract type is 12 months (12 month fixed term). The application deadline is 21 Jul 2026.
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