Consultant Radiologist specialist interest in Breast Imaging

Job summary

The successful candidate will participate in the radiological workload of the department. It is expected that there will be sessions in general MRI, CT, Ultrasound and/or screening as well as plain film reporting according to the requirements of the department and the experience of the candidate. The candidate should have an interest in Breast Radiology.

The post holder will undertake, supervise, and report and wide range of general radiological and other imaging examinations supporting the wider diagnostic services of the organisation. The post holder will take a specialist role in breast imaging to deliver a high‑quality service which is compliant with a rigorous governance framework and demanding regulatory compliance. The post holder will work with a team of Radiologists contributing to local Breast Multi‑Disciplinary Team meetings and may be required to contribute/deputise for the respective MDTs.

The post holder will work across a multi‑disciplinary team working with colleagues in other clinical specialities and organisations and support the breast department by providing one‑stop clinic support.

Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values 'the WWL Way'.

WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.

At WWL we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.

Date posted: 11 February 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, Home or remote working

Reference number: 302-MHR-SS

Job location:

Royal Albert and Edward Infirmary
Wigan Road
Wigan, WN1 2NN

• Provision, with Consultant colleagues, of a Radiology service to Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust with responsibility for the adequate provision of a diagnostic service and proper functioning of the department.
• To undertake emergency duties where appropriate out of hours and to undertake this duty on a rota basis with Consultant colleagues. Currently, the on‑call consultants undertake/supervise and report appropriate urgent ultrasound, CT scans and urgent MRI Cauda Equina scans. Advice on plain films is provided where necessary. A full local interventional radiology on‑call service is not provided.
• There is currently no on‑call service for MRI or isotope scans.
• Provision of cover for Consultant colleagues for periods of leave.
• To clinically direct medical exposures performed by radiographic staff.
• To participate in Clinical Audit.
• Opportunities exist by agreement to follow individual research interests.
• To participate in CME/CPD according to the requirements of the Royal College of Radiologists.
• Be able to support the Breast Service by providing "One Stop Clinics" for symptomatic and non‑symptomatic patients.

Qualifications Essential

• MBChB, FRCR or equivalent
• Full GMC Registration and on the Specialist Register or within six months of being eligible

Qualifications Desirable

• Post CCT fellowship in Breast Imaging

Experience Essential

• 1 Year in Clinical Practice after completing recognised training in Radiology
• Able to demonstrate detailed knowledge of clinical governance and risk management
• Breast radiology experience:
  Highly competent in reporting mammograms (screening and symptomatic)
• Able to demonstrate detailed knowledge of clinical governance and risk management in relation to breast and general radiology.

Experience Desirable

• Further experience in breast imaging

Skills Essential

• Well‑Developed leadership and motivational skill to facilitate working within and leading…