Locum Consultant Paediatric Radiologist

Job overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic radiologist with specialist training in paediatric radiology to join our team of 8. Initially, the position will be a locum role, with a substantive consultant post available from May 2025. The two positions are expected to run consecutively.

You will have sub-specialist training in paediatric radiology from a recognised tertiary paediatric centre. Areas of sub-specialisation are open to discussion, but applicants interested in paediatric neuroradiology should demonstrate extended specialist training (preferably at fellowship level).

The position is full-time, but if a consultant is unable to work full-time, we will consider flexible arrangements. In such cases, job content adjustments will be discussed individually with the Trust and Consultant colleagues.

Interviews to be held w/c 24th March 2025.

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Team Lead, your responsibilities will include:

• Work alongside Consultant colleagues at SCFT to provide daytime and on-call specialist Imaging Services at Sheffield Children's Hospital and Jessop Wing Special Care Baby Unit (Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - STHFT).
• Services will include general paediatric radiology - plain film, ultrasound, CT, MRI, and fluoroscopy.
• The South Yorkshire training scheme (STHFT) offers first on-call registrar cover for general paediatric imaging (e.g., CT and ultrasound). Consultants will cover first on-call for fluoroscopic studies, imaging of inflicted injury, MRI, and neonatal imaging.
• On-call commitment: 1 in 7.
• Weeknight on-call: 5 pm to 9 am the following morning.
• Weekend on-call: 5 pm Friday to 9 am Monday.
• The post may include one day of off-site work in a District General Hospital approximately every 4 weeks.

Working for our organisation

At Sheffield Children’s, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are:

1. Outstanding Patient Care
2. Brilliant Place to work
3. Leaders in Children’s Health

We work with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.

As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children’s health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.

Sheffield Children's provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discounts—helping you succeed at work and beyond.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.

Person specification

Qualifications and Training

• FRCR or equivalent higher qualification
• Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or equivalent or within 6 months of gaining CCT
• Full GMC Registration
• Completion of sub-specialty training in pediatric radiology in an approved location as determined by the relevant Royal College committees.

Experience

• General paediatric radiology on-call experience in a tertiary paediatric center (especially for suspected malrotation and reduction of intussusception)

• Experience of independent on-call in a tertiary paediatric center.
• Paediatric radiology fellowship

Knowledge and Skills

• Understanding of NHS management responsibilities on consultants

• Substantial experience in pediatric radiology.
• Experience in conducting interventional procedures (biopsy, aspiration and drainage)

Personal Attributes

• Ability to work harmoniously as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Good communication skills, particularly in dealing with medical colleagues, nurses, children and parents
• Flexible/Adaptable
• High level of personal organization.
• Enthusiastic

• Evidence of a strong commitment to teaching
• Good IT skills
• Leadership skills

Demonstrates Trust Values

• Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence