Consultant Radiologist – Neuro/Head and Neck Imaging

Closing date: 04 May 2026.

About the role

We are seeking Consultant Radiologists specializing in Neuro / Head and Neck imaging to join our team at Worthing Hospital. The role requires a thorough grounding in clinical radiology including ultrasound and cross‑sectional skills. The post holder will perform specialist head and neck scanning and biopsies/FNAs, and participate in multidisciplinary meetings (MDMs).

An interest in paediatric imaging would be desirable as we enhance our children's and young people's imaging pathways.

Main duties

• General elective and acute (hot) reporting
• Ultrasound – subspecialty scanning including FNAs/biopsies
• MDM participation
• Subspeciality reporting
• Participation in on‑call service
• Supervision of radiology trainees
• Teaching and training of rotating radiology trainees and specialty training

Benefits

• Broad, varied casemix including trauma, complex oncology, paediatric pathways
• Active participation in regional imaging network
• AI triage/decision‑support pilots, structured reporting templates, dose optimisation, protocol harmonisation
• Opportunities for governance leads (paediatric imaging, dose/IRMER, quality improvement, audit), education supervision, teaching and management
• Support for NIHR portfolio studies, grant applications, imaging trials, honorary academic titles where appropriate
• Inclusive, collegiate team; regular consultant forums; protected SPA time; wellbeing initiatives; staff networks promoting diversity & inclusion
• Location: Attractive mix of urban, suburban and rural living within easy reach of transport links; excellent schools and cultural amenities

Person Specification

Experience and Qualifications

• Basic Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent)
• Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
• CCT in Radiology or equivalent (equivalence confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
• Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
• Higher Degree – Distinctions, scholarships, prizes, other degrees e.g. BSc, MSc, MPhil

Clinical Skills & Experience

• Broad experience of general acute diagnostic imaging (including trauma CT) and general outpatient imaging
• Experience of subspecialty neuro / H&N reporting
• Experience of running MDMs
• Experience of US‑guided IR procedures including drain insertion and biopsies
• RECIST reporting

Knowledge

• Breadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation & Planning

• Experience and ability to work in multi‑professional teams
• Understanding of NHS / clinical governance / resource constraints
• Evidence of managerial skills: achievements / courses attended

Teaching Skills

• Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
• Recognised teaching qualification e.g. PGCert MedEd

Academic & Research

• Evidence of participation in audit
• Research experience
• Publications
• Prizes and honours

Personal Attributes

• Evidence of good communication skills both oral and written
• Appropriate progression of career to date

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service check for any previous criminal convictions.

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)