Description
The closing date is 01 June 2026
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Job summary
Applications are invited for a fixed term Consultant Radiologist post with a specialist interest in Musculoskeletal Imaging.
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic candidate with dedicated training in Musculoskeletal Imaging to join an expanding team of Consultant Radiologists at a large multi-site acute NHS Trust.
Main duties of the job
You must be fully registered with the GMC and be on the Specialist Register, or within six months of attaining your CCT or equivalent, at interview stage. This role will be based at Worthing Hospital but may require rotation across our sites The role requires a thorough grounding in clinical radiology including ultrasound and cross sectional skills in addition to subspecialty skills in Musculoskeletal imaging including joint injections. There is the opportunity to participate in regular multidisciplinary meetings with the Rheumatology and Trauma & Orthopaedic teams. The successful candidate will have good cross-sectional skills in emergency imaging with an expectation to join the general on call rota for the base site. The Radiology departments across University Hospitals Sussex support teaching and the post-holder will be expected to support clinical teaching and educational supervision. A successful radiology training scheme is based at RSCH Hospital extending across the Sussex region as a part of the Kent, Surrey and Sussex (KSS) program and South-East Imaging Academy. Opportunities for under and post-graduate teaching are available through our collaboration with Brighton and Sussex Medical School, and research and management are encouraged.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating.
Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in.
We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The clinical duties of the post include the following: General elective and acute (hot) reporting General and subspecialty ultrasound lists Sub-speciality reporting Supervision of radiology trainees Participation in MDMs Participation in diagnostic on-call service Teaching and training are an integral part with rotating radiology trainees and subspecialty training. Participation in teaching for the radiology Masters program (MSc) conducted at the medical school is also encouraged. A formal job plan will be agreed between the appointee, Deputy Clinical Director and Clinical Director on behalf of the Medical Director, three months after the commencement date of the appointee and the job plan will then be reviewed annually, following the Appraisal Meeting. The job plan will be a prospective agreement that sets out a consultants duties, responsibilities and objectives for the coming year. It should cover all aspects of a consultants professional practice including clinical work, teaching, research, education and managerial responsibilities. It should provide a clear schedule of commitments, both internal and external. In addition, it should include personal objectives, including details of their link to wider service objectives, and details of the support required by the consultant to fulfil the job plan and objectives. Provisional assessment of Programmed Activities in Job Plan: Direct Clinical Care: 8.5 PAs on average per week (includes clinical activity, clinically related activity, predictable & unpredictable emergency work) Supporting Professional Activities: 1.5 PAs on average per week (includes CPD, audit, teaching & research) The following provides scheduling details of the clinical activity and clinically related activity components of the job plan which occur at regular times in the week. Agreement should be reached between the appointee and their Clinical Director about the scheduling of all other activities, including the Supporting Professional Activities. The post-holder will be able to negotiate depending on activity. General sessions will include sub-speciality reporting and ultrasound. Up to 2 PAs per week of home reporting can be facilitated within the job plan at the three-month meeting. Acute general sessions will include hot reporting and acute ultrasound For all DCCs it is expected that the staff member will be directly or indirectly supervising radiology trainees, trainee / qualified extended scope radiographers, sonographers and undergraduate students. The posts may also be available on a part time basis. When appointed to the Trust Consultants will be expected to work from any site. On Call Commitment: The on-call arrangements across the Trust are currently changing. The new posts will be starting as an additional layer of on-call provision in evenings (weekday 1700-2100hr) and weekend (8hrs of DCC with a variable start time) as we unify the on-calls across the organisation and look to provide more comprehensive cover. The current on-call provision is by site (RSCH/PRH with StRs support, Worthing and St Richards) with the intention of adding a 4th consultant to work with the site-based provision, extend the depth and breadth of service provision and reduce outsourcing). This will be facilitated by the current CRIS merger which will facilitate cross-Trust work and so a more collaborative work pattern in- and out-of-hours, reducing the current intensity of workload and provide easy access to second opinions etc. This on-call will attract DCC payment according to hours spent on- call, currently equating to approx. 1.1DCC/week for a 1 in 10 rota and this may adjust depending on the number of individuals on the on-call and its frequency). There will be an initial approximately 1 in 25-30 commitment to overnight on-call activity 2100-0900hr in direct and immediate support of the on-call StRs based at RSCH. This will attract a band A category for immediate response and attract a 3% uplift due to the frequency of on-call.
Category
Percentage
A
3%
Please see the job description and person specification attached to the advert for further details of the post. Interviews are scheduled to be held in June, and shortlisted applicants will be notified of the exact date once it is confirmed.
Person Specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential
Basic medical degree
FRCR or its recognised equivalent.
Full and specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the GMC or be eligible for registration within six months of the interview. o If you trained in the UK, you must also have a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Radiology or be within six months of receiving it by the interview date. o If you trained outside the UK, you must provide evidence that your qualifications are equivalent to the UK CCT. (Equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
Desirable
Higher Degree
Distinctions, Scholarships, prizes, other degrees eg BSc, MSc, MS
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
Broad experience of general acute diagnostic imaging (including trauma CT) and general outpatient imaging
Good cross-sectional skills in body and emergency imaging
Dedicated MSK radiology training.
Experience of sub-speciality MSK reporting including US and MRI
Experience of MSK interventions including image guided injections and fluoroscopy.
Experience in leading multidisciplinary discussions
Desirable
Experience of US guided IR procedures including drain insertion and biopsies
Paediatric Radiology Interest
Knowledge
Desirable
Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential
Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential
Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential
Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable
Research experience
Publications
Prizes and honours
Career Progression
Essential
Appropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes
Essential
Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Worthing Hospital
Worthing
BN11 2DH
