Job Description

We are delighted to be advertising a post for a Consultant Radiologist at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, specialising in GI imaging. The post-holder will support the delivery of specialist imaging services, including cancer and non-cancer work. The role will also include service commitment to the abdominal sarcoma service at UCLH.
This is a NHS consultant post within Department of Radiology in the Imaging Division of the Surgery and Cancer Clinical Board.
The post carries a requirement for general/emergency diagnostic radiology.
The post-holder must have sub-specialty experience in GI radiology, as well as skills and experience in general radiology and oncology imaging to support the delivery of services at UCH. The Radiology Department is very active in both teaching and clinical innovation, and the post-holder would be expected to participate in these.
Applicants should possess the FRCR or equivalent and be on the specialist register or within 6 months of obtaining their CCST.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of this post are as follows:
Perform all aspects of diagnostic GI radiology including benign and cancer imaging. This will include specialist MRI, CT, fluoroscopy ultrasound and plain radiographs.Provide support for GI cancer and non-cancer GI MDTs.Support the abdominal sarcoma service. Develop the Radiology service under the guidance of the clinical leads. Participate in teaching and training.Participate in audit.Participate in the general radiology day-time and on-call "acute team" service with supervision of resident doctors.
Other clinical services including diagnostic and interventional GI ultrasound may be included in the role depending on the skills and experiences of the candidate.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological,gastrointestinaland oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclearmedicineandpathology.
Weare committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Details
Date posted
18 November 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
109,725 to 145,478 a year per annum +London weighting (on-call Cat B, Low 1%)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
309-UCLH-7068
Job locations
University College Hospital
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more informationregardingthe main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached .
Please note, due toanticipatedhigh volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date. You areadvised not to delaysubmittingyour completed application
The Radiology Department within the Imaging Division at University College London Hospitals (UCLH) is one of the UKs leading centres for diagnostic and interventional imaging, research, and innovation. Serving a diverse patient population across multiple specialist hospitals, we provide world-class expertise in MRI, CT, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, and interventional radiology. As part of an internationally renowned teaching trust closely linked with UCL, we are at the forefront of imaging research, AI innovation, and advanced clinical practice. Our teams work collaboratively across subspecialties; interventional radiology (IR), interventional oncology (IOS), gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, head and neck, cardiothoracic, gynae, urology and paediatrics to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care. We pride ourselves on a culture of excellence, learning, and inclusion, offering opportunities for academic development, leadership, and innovation. Joining UCLH Radiology means becoming part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team shaping the future of imaging in the NHS and beyond.
The successful candidate will join a cohesive team of GI radiologists at UCLH. There is a strong training element with rotating senior and junior registrars.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
*UCLH top trust to work at in England- In the most recentNHS staff surveyUCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit:Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLHa great placeto work, visit:Why Choose UCLH? Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more informationregardingthe main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached .
Please note, due toanticipatedhigh volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date. You areadvised not to delaysubmittingyour completed application
The Radiology Department within the Imaging Division at University College London Hospitals (UCLH) is one of the UKs leading centres for diagnostic and interventional imaging, research, and innovation. Serving a diverse patient population across multiple specialist hospitals, we provide world-class expertise in MRI, CT, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, and interventional radiology. As part of an internationally renowned teaching trust closely linked with UCL, we are at the forefront of imaging research, AI innovation, and advanced clinical practice. Our teams work collaboratively across subspecialties; interventional radiology (IR), interventional oncology (IOS), gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, head and neck, cardiothoracic, gynae, urology and paediatrics to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care. We pride ourselves on a culture of excellence, learning, and inclusion, offering opportunities for academic development, leadership, and innovation. Joining UCLH Radiology means becoming part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team shaping the future of imaging in the NHS and beyond.
The successful candidate will join a cohesive team of GI radiologists at UCLH. There is a strong training element with rotating senior and junior registrars.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
*UCLH top trust to work at in England- In the most recentNHS staff surveyUCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit:Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLHa great placeto work, visit:Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential

• Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise.
• Relevant CCT or equivalent [equivalence must be confirmed by PMETB/GMC by date of GMC].
• Entry on the GMC specialist register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of AAC.
• FRCR or appropriate specialist qualification.

Experience
Essential

• At least one year of recognised sub-specialty training in GI Imaging.
• Demonstrable experience in general, acute and oncology imaging.

Skills and Abilities
Essential

• Demonstrable expertise in reporting GI imaging.
• Broad reporting ability in acute and general diagnostic imaging.
• General Oncology reporting skills.

Desirable

• Luminal GI and endoanal US experience
• Whole-body MRI reporting.

Communication
Essential

• Communication Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English; ability to build rapport, listen and negotiate with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies.

Personal and People Development
Essential

• Evidence of leadership skills

Specific Requirements
Essential

• Good knowledge of imaging techniques in GI diseases.
• Evidence of a track record in radiological research and ethics.
• Experience of supervising junior medical staff.
• Good organisational and management skills.
• Ability to act within the clinical Governance framework of the NHS.
• Computing and IT skills

Desirable

• Higher research degree (PhD/MDres)

Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential

• Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise.
• Relevant CCT or equivalent [equivalence must be confirmed by PMETB/GMC by date of GMC].
• Entry on the GMC specialist register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of AAC.
• FRCR or appropriate specialist qualification.

Experience
Essential

• At least one year of recognised sub-specialty training in GI Imaging.
• Demonstrable experience in general, acute and oncology imaging.

Skills and Abilities
Essential

• Demonstrable expertise in reporting GI imaging.
• Broad reporting ability in acute and general diagnostic imaging.
• General Oncology reporting skills.

Desirable

• Luminal GI and endoanal US experience
• Whole-body MRI reporting.

Communication
Essential

• Communication Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English; ability to build rapport, listen and negotiate with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies.

Personal and People Development
Essential

• Evidence of leadership skills

Specific Requirements
Essential

• Good knowledge of imaging techniques in GI diseases.
• Evidence of a track record in radiological research and ethics.
• Experience of supervising junior medical staff.
• Good organisational and management skills.
• Ability to act within the clinical Governance framework of the NHS.
• Computing and IT skills

Desirable

• Higher research degree (PhD/MDres)

Skills Required