Consultant Radiologist - Scotland, United Kingdom - NHS Fife

Description

We are seeking new consultant colleagues to join our friendly team of consultant radiologists based at Victoria Hospital/Queen Margaret Hospital.

You will have the opportunity to influence the future of the service in NHS Fife.

You should be proficient in cross sectional imaging and development of sub-specialist interests will be encouraged as part of our commitment to innovation and excellence. We would particularly value candidates with expertise in paediatric, cardiothoracic, colorectal, urology, pelvic , head and neck , breast or musculoskeletal imaging.

There is a strong emphasis on providing a sustainable work/life balance and we are keen to consider flexible working options. The posts include a commitment to a 1 in 10 out of hours rota. Overnight CT scans are outsourced to a 'night-hawk' service.
NHS Fife has a rolling plan for equipment replacement. Present imaging facilities include: two 1.5T MRI scanners, Three CT scanners (128 slice), three fluoroscopy suites, 6 (non obstetric) ultrasound scanners, one state-of-the-art intervention room and separate units for breast and nuclear medicine.

Postgraduate and undergraduate teaching is strongly encouraged, with established links with St Andrews, Edinburgh and Dundee Universities. We have a strong commitment to radiology trainees from the South East Scotland training programme. NHS Fife has a proactive Research and Development team who are committed to supporting research with established links with St Andrews and Dundee Universities.

You must be eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or be within 6 months of your expected CCST, at the time of interview.

We would be happy to consider applications on a part-time or job-share basis and NHS Fife has a number of Family Friendly Policies.