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- 250 Euston Road
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open_in_new JobsConsultant Interventional Radiologist
Accepting applications until: 05-Apr-2026 23:59
Vacancy status: Open
Accepting applications until: 05-Apr-2026 23:59
Key details
Location
- Site
- University College London Hospitals
- Address
- 235 Euston Road
- Town
- London
- Postcode
- NW1 2BU
- Major / Minor Region
- London
Contract type & working pattern
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 10 sessions per week (Please see attached JD for on-call commitment)
Salary
- Salary
- £109,725 - £145,478 Per annum plus London Weighting (Cat. A, 5% on-call)
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Grade
- (NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant)
Specialty
- Main area
- Clinical Radiology
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Job overview
We are excited to advertise a full time Interventional Radiologist post in Radiology services at University College London Hospitals, based in the Radiology Department at UCH. The post-holder must have subspecialty experience in interventional radiology, as well as general / oncology cross sectional radiology, in order to support the delivery of the radiology services at UCH. The Radiology Department is very active in both teaching and research, and the post-holder would be expected to participate in these.
The post includes 2 research sessions per week, funded for 2 years. It is expected that the successful applicant would use this time to develop a portfolio of clinical research within interventional radiology. The post-holder would also be supported to apply for further funding to continue with a career as a medical academic in IR. Doctoral level research degree (MD/PhD) should be in progress or completed. An established track record in research would be desirable. The post-holder would work with the academic department at UCL Centre for Medical Imaging (CMI). This is a tremendous opportunity for an early-career researcher, who could use this as a platform to launch their academic career.
The successful appointment will be working with a team of consultants who specialise in Interventional radiology.
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The post-holder will work closely with the existing team of Consultant Radiologists to develop and enhance the imaging service which the Department provides to acute, outpatient and inpatient services and strengthen the reporting profile of the Department.
The post holder will deliver high-quality consultant-level interventional radiology care within a major London teaching hospital, contributing to elective and emergency services and managing complex cases within a multidisciplinary setting. They will demonstrate advanced procedural expertise, sound clinical judgement and a strong commitment to patient safety, governance and service excellence.
A key component of the role is leadership in academic interventional radiology. The successful candidate will be expected to play an active role in clinical research, including the development and delivery of research studies, contribution to grant activity, and dissemination of research through publication and presentation. They will support the academic development of trainees and students through teaching, supervision and mentorship, and contribute to an environment that integrates research with clinical practice.
Working for our organisation
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:
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University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
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National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
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Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
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University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
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Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
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University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
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The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
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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, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are 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.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
The post holder will show the ability to balance clinical excellence with academic productivity, working collaboratively to drive innovation, service development and evidence-based practice within interventional radiology.
The balance between direct clinical care activities and supporting programmed activities will be agreed with the successful candidate as part of the initial job planning process.
The successful applicant will also take part in the interventional radiology on call rota.
Applicants should possess the FRCR or equivalent and be on the specialist register or within 6 months of obtaining their CCT.
The post holder will join the UCLH interventional radiology team. The team is made up of eight consultant radiologists, Dr Jowad Raja, Dr Graham Munneke, Dr Conrad Von Stempel, Dr Ahmed Al-Nowfal, Dr Miles Walkden, Dr Julian Hague, Dr Jocelyn Brookes and Dr An Ngo. The interventional radiology team is part of the larger UCLH radiology department, with 60 consultant radiologists.
The post-holder will be accountable to the Divisional Clinical Director. The post is within Radiology in the Imaging Division of the Surgery and Cancer Clinical Board.
The Imaging Division is made up of two separate departments, Radiology and Nuclear Medicine. There is a Divisional management team, including a Divisional Clinical Director, a Divisional Manager and a Matron for the Division (shared with GI services). Nuclear Medicine is a tertiary referral unit, undertaking the full range of Nuclear Medicine tests, including PET/CT and PET/MR. Radiology forms the larger element of the Division, and is made up of a number of sub-specialty teams, which reflect the case mix of the wider Trust.
The main duties of this post are as follows:
Ability to perform most aspects of vascular and non-vascular interventional radiology, including uro-radiology and HPB.
Develop the academic IR service under the guidance of the clinical lead and DCD.
Participate in teaching and training
Participate in audit
Contribute to clinical research via the UCL Centre for Medical Imaging.
The post-holder must have subspecialty experience in Interventional Radiology, as well as general / oncology cross sectional radiology, to support the delivery of services, at UCH. The Radiology Department is very active in both teaching and research and the post-holder would be expected to participate in these.
The post-holder will work together with multidisciplinary teams to develop and provide the IR Radiology services within the Department and to ensure development of the service under the guidance of the clinical lead. The post carries a requirement for IR on-call service. Currently this is a 1 in 7 rota (with prospective cover) and attracts a 2 PA supplement.
Please note, due to anticipated high volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application
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 recent NHS staff survey UCLH 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 UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
At UCLH, we have a real ‘One Team’ ethos, and our values – safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.
At UCLH we take equality of opportunity seriously and are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer, with a culture that creates a real sense of belonging and trust. It is our fundamental aim, to recruit, retain and promote a diverse mix of people who are representative of our local communities. Applications are encouraged from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to support our world class research, innovation and creativity.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff and has a dedicated policy which allows staff to apply for flexible working right from the beginning of employment. For more information please go to: https://www.uclh.nhs.uk/work-with-us/why-choose-uclh/flexible-working.
We offer our permanent staff an interest free season ticket loan for travel, all our staff have access to free independent and confidential support, large retail discounts, a staff discount platform, cycle to work scheme and on-site accommodation to name a few.
Additionally, UCLH Arts and Heritage’s staff wellbeing programme, Creative Comfort, offers a variety of ways to engage with the arts as a member of UCLH staff. You can try out the weekly choir, weekly art club and join the Culture Club for exclusive access to free and discounted tickets for opera, exhibitions, theatre and more.
We recognise, reward and thank colleagues by nominating them for our annual Celebrating Excellence Awards, which are funded by UCLH Charity.
We are also members of www.mytrustbenefits.co.uk/ which offers discounts on high street retail stores, offers on travel deals, and also to take advantage of cash back schemes.
This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
Please note that all correspondence regarding your application will be via email. The emails will be sent to you via TRAC.jobs and not via NHS Jobs, we encourage you to check your inbox regularly.
Please note that if you have not heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date of the advert to assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.
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Applicant requirements
Person specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential criteria
- 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 criteria
- At least one year of recognised sub specialty training in Interventional Radiology.
Skills and Abilities
Essential criteria
- Ability to perform all aspects of Interventional Radiology, both interventional and non-interventional, adult Cross sectional reporting.
- Acute and general diagnostic imaging.
Communication
Essential criteria
- 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 criteria
- Evidence of leadership skills
Specific Requirements
Essential criteria
- Good knowledge of imaging techniques in related 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
- Higher Research degree (PhD, MD)
Desirable criteria
- Higher degree
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Dr Doug Pendse
- Job title
- Divisional Clinical Director
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Additional information
For more details contact Dr Doug Pendse, Divisional Clinical Director ([email protected]) and Dr Jowad Raja, Consultant Interventional Radiologist, via email ([email protected])
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