Consultant Breast Radiologist - South West England

NHS – CONSULTANT BREAST RADIOLOGY VACANCY

We have been asked by an NHS Foundation Trust in South West of England to help them recruit a Consultant Breast Radiologist, either on a substantive or NHS Fixed Term basis.

The post will be based out of our clients purpose built integrated unit, separate from the main Hospital site. It is a fully equipped Screening Unit with 4 new FFDM units, 2 with stereotactic capability and tomosynthesis, one of which also has contrast enhanced spectral mammography. There are 2 ultrasound units. Two FFDM-equipped mobile units provide screening for clients at other sites within the Trust.

The unit is actively involved in role extension with Advanced Practice Radiographers performing film reading, ultrasound and image guided breast biopsy. Screening MRI is undertaken in Imaging Centre adjacent to the Breast Centre. Our client actively participate in audit and research and are currently undertaking clinical trials involving Contrast Enhanced Spectral mammography, digital breast tomosynthesis and breast MRI

This is a replacement post and both full and part time hours will be considered. The successful candidate will have experience in breast imaging in both screening and symptomatic settings. This includes the reporting of mammograms, breast ultrasound, stereotactic and ultrasound guided biopsies/wire localisations and breast MRI. GMC registrations is essential and overseas applicants are welcome and will be considered. The successful candidate will join a team of 3 Consultant Radiologists, 2 Breast Clinicians and 1 Consultant Radiographer

Our client, a former winner of England for excellence award: Tourism destination of the year, offers a beautiful scenic spa location which is well known for its cultural and leisure activities and has many excellent state and public schools.
Brief Summary:
- Purpose Built Integrated Unit
- Fully Equipped Screening Unit
- 4 New FFDM units
- Full Time or Part Time hours considered
- Excellent location

Our client is based in a very desirable part of South West England, straddled between areas of outstanding natural beauty and idyllic rolling hills featuring national hotspots for cycling, surfing and climbing.