Job summaryWe are seeking to appoint a Consultant Radiologist to join our friendly and dynamic team at Bolton NHS Foundation Trust.
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.
Interviews are to be held on Monday 24th August 2026.
Main duties of the jobThe 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 usHospital ServicesBolton NHS Foundation Trust 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 780,850 inpatients and 54-day case and endoscopy beds. The Bolton NHS Foundation Trust 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.
Further information may be found on the Trust's website: Apply through our website.
Radiology DepartmentRadiology 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.
Job responsibilitiesFull aspects of the specialism/requirements are outlined on the Job Description and Person Specification.
7 Day WorkingThe 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.
TeachingThe 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 MeetingsAttendance at cancer and non-cancer multidisciplinary team meetings as appropriate to specialty and sector MDT meetings will be required.
CPD / Postgraduate EducationThe 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 AuditThe 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.
ResearchThe 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 SpecificationEducational QualificationsEssential- Basic Medical Qualification (MBChB/MBBS) or equivalent.
- FRCR or equivalent
Desirable- Additional undergraduate or postgraduate qualification.
Professional / Occupational QualificationsEssential- Certificate of Specialist Training in Radiology (or be held within 6 months of its award at time of Advisory Appointment Committee)
Research / PublicationsDesirableTrainingEssential- 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.
CircumstancesEssential- 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 InterestsEssential- 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.
ExperienceEssential- 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.
TeachingEssential- Interest in teaching medical undergraduates, radiology and non-radiology junior medical staff and other healthcare professionals
DesirableManagerialEssential- Ability to work within the relevant clinical and managerial structure, contributing to the continued development of the radiology service.
DesirablePeopleEssential- Ability to be a leader. Able to manage and motivate staff.
- Ability to be an effective member of a team.
DesirableResourcesEssential- Ability to work collaboratively with and relate to all other healthcare staff
Desirable- Awareness of budgeting management
Personal SkillsEssential- Possession of appropriate clinical and communication skills.
Other SkillsEssential- 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.
CommunicationsEssential- Ability to effectively communicate with medical colleagues, patients and carers.
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
EmployerBolton NHS Foundation Trust
Bolton Hospital, Minerva Road, Bolton, BL4 0JR
