Consultant Radiologist

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NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way. To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net).

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Radiologist based at University Hospital Crosshouse. This post is offered on a permanent.

What you will do:

NHS Ayrshire and Arran has made significant investment in radiological services as part of a programme of improvement supporting the redesign of 'front door' emergency services. The aim is to enhance local service infrastructure to deliver timely and integrated radiological support to clinical teams. Consultant Radiology posts are offered at University Hospital Crosshouse and University Hospital Ayr and successful applicants will be working across both sites.

The successful candidates will be encouraged to take on a Specialist Interest(s) which complements the existing department. Sub-speciality interest in Musculoskeletal Radiology, Urology, ENT and Chest will be welcome.

The imaging departments at both University Hospitals Crosshouse and Ayr are well equipped each having a 1.5T MR scanner, 128 slice CT's, Ultrasound, Digital Fluoroscopy, Nuclear Medicine and Mammography. Both hospitals utilise the national PACS system along with Soliton RIS. Teleradiology is available for on-call and flexible working is encouraged. The directorate has been proactive in encouraging skill mix and developing extended radiographer roles.

There are excellent on-site educational and library facilities. The hospitals receive trainees from the West of Scotland Radiology Training Scheme. Ayrshire is one of the most scenic regions of Scotland with excellent recreational facilities first class transport links and offers excellent housing and schooling and serves a population of 375,000. Services are delivered from two linked District General Hospitals Crosshouse (539 beds) and Ayr (353 beds) within a single medical imaging directorate.

The successful applicant will join the existing complement of 18 Radiologists in Ayrshire. At present each hospital operates its own on call rota. The delivery of the on call service is currently under review. There is a well established outsourcing overnight on call to a nighthawk service.

The Terms and Conditions of Service are those determined by the new Consultant Contract (Scotland) 2004 and are offered on a 10 programmed activity basis. Applications from individuals who may wish to work on a part time or job share basis will be considered. Extended day and flexible family friendly working patterns will be considered where feasible. Opportunities may exist for Extra Programmed Activities subject to service requirements.

Knowledge, training and/or experience required for this post:

The successful applicant should possess the FRCR (or equivalent). Applicants must have Full GMC Registration with a current Licence to Practice and must be on the Specialist Register or be within 6 months of the anticipated award of a CCT or a CESR at the time of interview for the post.

UK Driving Licence:

A UK driving licence is essential for this role.

It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored BEFORE submitting your application form. NHS Ayrshire & Arran may be able to offer visa sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case by case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre employment checks.

Additional information for candidates:

• You should apply for this post by completing the application process on NHS Jobs Scotland.
• DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes.
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Interested applicants are invited to visit the departments and/or discuss the posts further with Dr Sudhakar Unnam, Clinical Director for Radiology, Tel. , email or Dr Suzanne MacKenzie, Associate Medical Director, Women, Children and Diagnostic Services, email .

Please note interviews are scheduled to be held on Friday 15th May 2026 in the afternoon - 13pm onwards.