Job summary

We are seeking to appoint a Consultant Radiologist to join our friendly and dynamic team at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. We are looking to further expand our clinical team. Applicants must have full registration with the GMC with FRCR (or equivalent) and either be eligible for inclusion on the GMC's Specialist Register or be within six months of obtaining their Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) at the date of interview.

Main duties of the job

The general radiology commitment will include plain film reporting, ultrasound, MRI and CT work, which will be timetabled. Subspecialty interests will be accommodated within the job plan. A full-time contract will include 1.5 Programmed Activities (PAs) for Supporting Professional Activities (with the potential for additional SPA based on need and justification) and 1 PA for 7-day working (currently 1 in 16 on-call rota). Upon taking up the post, the successful candidate will agree a job plan and work programme; the actual timetable is open to negotiation and will be decided by mutual consent although it will have to dovetail with the other consultants' commitments. The radiologists' rota currently works on a two-weekly cycle. A commitment to working flexibly within the 7-day service will be expected.

About us

HOSPITAL SERVICES
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] employs over 6000 staff providing a wide range of acute and community services to the population of Bolton and surrounding areas. The Royal Bolton Hospital is a large district general hospital with over 780850 inpatients and 54-day case and endoscopy beds. The [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is within the North West sector of the health economy along with Salford Royal Hospital and Wigan, Wrightington and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust. Bolton is a specialist maternity and paediatric centre for Greater Manchester. Working in Radiology at Bolton Hospital NHS Foundation Trust: Radiology and Breast Imaging forms part of the Diagnostic and Support Services Division alongside Laboratory Medicine, Pharmacy and Outpatient Services. The specialty structure consists of a Clinical Lead (Consultant Radiologist), Operational Business manager and Lead Radiographers/ Sonographers. This structure is reflected at all levels within the organisation. The leadership team functions together as a cohesive unit to set the tone for each specialty and is jointly responsible for quality, performance, finance and workforce. We hold Radiology Governance meetings and Radiology Consultants meetings chaired by the Governance and Clinical Lead respectively.

Details

• Date posted: 06 May 2026
• Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
• Grade: Consultant
• Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 241-266FD-MD-26
• Job locations: Bolton Hospital, Minerva Road, Bolton, BL4 0JR

Job description

Job responsibilities: Full aspects of the specialism/requirements are outlined on the Job Description and Person Specification. 7 DAY WORKING: The successful candidate would be expected to participate in the 7-day working rota, which is currently 1 in 16, joining the Registrar rota. Candidates are expected to cover 1 evening every 4 weeks 5pm-7pm and 1 weekend in 16 (Friday 5-7pm, Sat and Sunday 9am-6pm). An outside agency provides an on-call service from 7pm (6pm at weekends). Availability for an on-call service in event of a failure of this outsourced service would be expected or in a Major incident. TEACHING: The successful candidate will be expected to share in the training of the Specialty trainees and clinical fellows in Radiology, including clinical and educational supervisor responsibilities as appropriate. Some teaching of non-radiology junior staff and allied health professionals would be expected. CLINICAL MEETINGS: Attendance at cancer and non-cancer multidisciplinary team meetings as appropriate to specialty and sector MDT meetings will be required. CPD / POSTGRADUATE EDUCATION: The Trust has a very well equipped multidisciplinary Education Centre and all Consultants are eligible for CPD - there is a budget managed by the Director of Medical Education. The Education Centre has seminar rooms, discussion rooms and tiered lecture theatre for 120 people and a well-stocked library with access to Medline. The Manchester Medical Society radiology section holds 7 academic evening lectures through the academic year in the Manchester Medical School. CLINICAL GOVERNANCE AND AUDIT: The Trust has a Clinical Governance Committee chaired by the Medical Director. The Radiology Directorate has established a Clinical Governance structure. All categories of Directorate Staff are represented in the structure, and there is liaison with other clinical groups where required. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the Directorate Clinical Audit Programme and participate in quality improvement projects, which will be closely linked to the needs of Clinical Governance. RESEARCH: The Trust has a Research and Development Committee to develop local R&D strategy. An interest in research will be welcomed and Consultants are encouraged to get involved in research and publications. Limited funding for research projects is available from time to time.

Person Specification

• Educational Qualifications (Essential): Basic Medical Qualification (MBChB/MBBS or equivalent), FRCR or equivalent. (Desirable): Additional undergraduate or postgraduate qualification.
• Professional / Occupational Qualifications (Essential): Certificate of Specialist Training in Radiology (or be held within 6 months of its award at time of Advisory Appointment Committee).
• Research / Publications (Desirable): Research / Publications.
• Training (Essential): Evidence of completion of a recognised training programme offering wide radiological experience. To be on the GMC Specialist Register as a Radiologist or to be eligible for GMC Specialist registration within 6 months at the time of the Advisory Appointment Committee.
• Circumstances (Essential): Domicile: To be within a 30-minute commutable distance of Royal Bolton Hospital for emergency response (willing to accept further). Car Driver/Owner: Must hold a valid driving license and car.
• Professional Interests (Essential): Evidence of continuing professional development. Ability to contribute to the continuing development of the radiology service in line with new developments and changes in demand. Teaching junior medical and other staff. (Desirable): Maintain interest in research, teaching and service improvement.
• Experience (Essential): Extensive experience in general radiology including plain film interpretation, ultrasound, CT and MRI. On-call experience. (Desirable): Experience of working within the UK NHS. Additional special radiological interest and expertise in a speciality.
• Teaching (Essential): Interest in teaching medical undergraduates, radiology and non-radiology junior medical staff and other healthcare professionals. (Desirable): Experience of teaching.
• Managerial (Essential): Ability to work within the relevant clinical and managerial structure, contributing to the continued development of the radiology service. (Desirable): Management experience.
• People (Essential): Ability to be a leader. Able to manage and motivate staff. Ability to be an effective member of a team. (Desirable): Leadership experience.
• Resources (Essential): Ability to work collaboratively with and relate to all other healthcare staff. (Desirable): Awareness of budgeting management.
• Personal Skills (Essential): Possession of appropriate clinical and communication skills.
• Other Skills (Essential): Ability to manage change and to stimulate development. Keen and motivated to learn and teach. Ability to manage change and to organise development. (Desirable): Awareness of service development, governance and health improvement plans.
• Communications (Essential): Ability to effectively communicate with medical colleagues, patients and carers.

Additional Information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. 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. UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

• Employer name: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
• Address: Bolton Hospital, Minerva Road, Bolton, BL4 0JR
• Employer's website: http://www.boltonft.nhs.uk/

Contact

For questions about the job, contact: Clinical Lead for Radiology, Khwaja Khan at [contact hidden] or [contact hidden].