Consultant Cardiothoracic Radiologist – UK Visa Sponsorship Available

Job title: Consultant Cardiothoracic Radiologist

Employer: Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Salary: Advertised at around £113,565–£150,569 per annum.

Employment type: Permanent.

Work arrangement: Primarily on-site, with full-time, part-time, job-share and flexible working options.

Overview of the advertised job

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting an experienced Consultant Cardiothoracic Radiologist to join its expanding Radiology Service.

The successful candidate will provide specialist diagnostic imaging services, particularly in cardiac and thoracic radiology, supporting patient diagnosis, treatment planning and clinical management.

The role involves working across the Trust’s hospital sites and Community Diagnostic Centres, contributing to the delivery of high-quality imaging services.

The department comprises over 500 staff members and 60 Consultant Radiologists, offering opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration, specialist development and service improvement.

Candidates with expertise in Cardiac MRI and Cardiac CT are particularly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist diagnostic radiology services, interpreting and reporting cardiothoracic imaging examinations.
• Perform and report cardiac MRI, cardiac CT and thoracic CT examinations.
• Support the diagnosis and management of complex cardiovascular and respiratory conditions.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and provide specialist imaging advice to other clinicians.
• Contribute to emergency, inpatient and outpatient imaging services.
• Participate in the consultant out-of-hours and on-call rota.
• Support the development of imaging protocols, clinical pathways and specialist radiology services.
• Undertake clinical audits, research and service evaluations to improve patient care.
• Supervise, teach and mentor junior doctors, medical students and radiology practitioners.
• Maintain professional development and participate in clinical governance activities.

Requirements

• MBBS or an equivalent recognised medical qualification.
• GMC Specialist Register registration or eligibility for registration.
• Candidates completing specialist training should be within six months of obtaining their CCT at interview.
• Formal subspecialty training in cardiothoracic imaging.
• Completion of a cardiothoracic imaging fellowship with Cardiac MRI experience.
• Demonstrable experience in performing and reporting cardiac MRI and cardiac CT examinations.
• Experience in thoracic diagnostic CT and managing complex imaging cases.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary clinical teams.
• Evidence of continuing professional development and commitment to maintaining clinical standards.

Desirable qualifications and experience

• Level 3 accreditation in Cardiac MRI and Cardiac CT.
• Experience in CT-guided thoracic interventions.
• Experience performing biopsies and drainage procedures.
• Interest in developing specialist cardiothoracic imaging services.

Benefits

• Competitive salary: £113,565–£150,569 per annum.
• Flexible working: Full-time, part-time, job-share and compressed working arrangements.
• Professional development: Opportunities to develop specialist expertise in advanced cardiothoracic imaging.
• Career progression: Opportunities to participate in clinical leadership and specialist service development.
• Collaborative environment: Work alongside experienced radiologists and a large multidisciplinary team.
• Research opportunities: Participation in clinical research, audits and service improvement initiatives.
• Teaching opportunities: Involvement in training and mentoring junior medical professionals.
• Permanent employment: Opportunity to build a long-term consultant career within the NHS.

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