Job summary We are pleased to offer the opportunity for a Locum Consultant Radiologist, Breast Clinician or Consultant Radiographer to join the screening and symptomatic breast services at Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton. This is a long term planned absence cover position. The role attracts 7 programmed activities (PAs) per week but there will need to be a discussion with the post-holder regarding the final job plan, prior to commencement of the appointment. The post-holder will use highly developed specialist knowledge and clinical skills, in order to diagnose breast disease, primarily breast cancer. Communication of findings to patients, their relatives and other health professionals by verbal and written communications is a key component of the role. Interpretation, reporting and intervention skills in mammography, breast ultrasound are essential. Breast MRI interpretation and reporting capability is desirable. This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly, enthusiastic and inclusive breast care team. You will become part of a Trust which strives to deliver outstanding integrated care with kindness, respect and teamwork. Our Trust vision is for thriving colleagues, integrated care, and healthier people. Main duties of the job To provide, to a high standard, the full range of specialist diagnosis, treatment and care to the patients requiring breast radiology services, as outlined in the proposed programme. To organise, manage and be responsible for the interpretation and reporting of symptomatic and screening radiology patients based at Musgrove Park Hospital. To provide, alongside colleagues, a service to the hospital with responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness. To provide a general breast radiology service, in collaboration with other medical, nursing and technical staff. Teaching of junior staff, medical students, allied health professionals, and other professionals. To provide supervision and training to junior hospital doctors. To participate in clinical audit, evidencebased practice and clinical governance within the department. To participate in regional audit and clinical governance. To participate actively in continuing professional development (CPD). About us At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer: Flexible working options to help you balance work and life NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work. We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds. Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London. The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy. Date posted 06 March 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year pro rata for working 7 PA's per week Contract Locum Duration 12 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 184-OL-MED-SURG-2052 Job locations Musgrove Park Hospital Musgrove Road Taunton Somerset TA1 5DA Job description Job responsibilities For further information regarding the role and listed responsibilities, please see the attached detailed job Description including the full persons specification and proposed timetable. Other Responsibilities associated to this role: Infection Control It is the responsibility of all staff to familiarise themselves with, and adhere to, the current policy in relation to prevention of spread of infection. Clinical Audit The appointee will be expected to contribute to ongoing audit, liaising with the clinical leads as requested. Quality Improvement The appointee will be encouraged to participate in ongoing quality improvement projects to support the ongoing development of the department. This is supported by the Trust's Quality Improvement (QI) team. Clinical Governance All clinical staff are accountable and responsible for their own clinical competence and should limit their actions to those which they are deemed competent to perform. Clinical staff are required to comply with the requirements of their professional organisations, including regarding supervision. Administration and Budget Responsibilities The appointee has responsibility for undertaking the administrative duties associated with the care of patients and the administration of the department. Cover for Colleagues and Emergencies To provide cover for colleagues in their absence and to manage emergencies as the occasion demands. Job description Job responsibilities For further information regarding the role and listed responsibilities, please see the attached detailed job Description including the full persons specification and proposed timetable. Other Responsibilities associated to this role: Infection Control It is the responsibility of all staff to familiarise themselves with, and adhere to, the current policy in relation to prevention of spread of infection. Clinical Audit The appointee will be expected to contribute to ongoing audit, liaising with the clinical leads as requested. Quality Improvement The appointee will be encouraged to participate in ongoing quality improvement projects to support the ongoing development of the department. This is supported by the Trust's Quality Improvement (QI) team. Clinical Governance All clinical staff are accountable and responsible for their own clinical competence and should limit their actions to those which they are deemed competent to perform. Clinical staff are required to comply with the requirements of their professional organisations, including regarding supervision. Administration and Budget Responsibilities The appointee has responsibility for undertaking the administrative duties associated with the care of patients and the administration of the department. Cover for Colleagues and Emergencies To provide cover for colleagues in their absence and to manage emergencies as the occasion demands. Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBBS and MRCS or equivalent. Full registration with GMC with a licence to practice. Have completed at least four years' full-time postgraduate training, at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme or equivalent experience/competencies. An appropriate higher qualification. Desirable An appropriate higher degree or qualification (MD, PhD or equivalent). Experience Essential Depth and breadth of clinical experience in Breast Radiology. Experience in a special interest that will complement those existing in the department. Sound basic clinical skills including history taking, clinical examination and appropriate investigation. Ability to make and implement management plans and clinical protocols. Ability to maintain a high-quality clinical record. Good clinical skills including management of benign and malignant breast disease. Leadership skills. Additional Criteria Essential Ability to carry out research. Evidence of teaching, appropriate to medical students, doctors in training and the multidisciplinary team. Strong commitment to undergraduate education. Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual, multi-professional and team basis. Ability to communicate effectively. Personal management skills including time management and administrative tasks. Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies. Previous active involvement in audit. Knowledge of clinical governance within the NHS. Ability to establish good working relationships with other members of the multidisciplinary team. Flexible and adaptable to competing demands. Commitment to modern practices. Ability to liaise well with colleagues in other specialities. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to manage stress. Proactive, innovative and able to work autonomously with professionalism. Desirable Ability to present effectively to an audience using a variety of methods. Knowledge of multidisciplinary clinical audit principles. Commitment to a career in hospital medicine. Able to organise own learning. Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBBS and MRCS or equivalent. Full registration with GMC with a licence to practice. Have completed at least four years' full-time postgraduate training, at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme or equivalent experience/competencies. An appropriate higher qualification. Desirable An appropriate higher degree or qualification (MD, PhD or equivalent). Experience Essential Depth and breadth of clinical experience in Breast Radiology. Experience in a special interest that will complement those existing in the department. Sound basic clinical skills including history taking, clinical examination and appropriate investigation. Ability to make and implement management plans and clinical protocols. Ability to maintain a high-quality clinical record. Good clinical skills including management of benign and malignant breast disease. Leadership skills. Additional Criteria Essential Ability to carry out research. Evidence of teaching, appropriate to medical students, doctors in training and the multidisciplinary team. Strong commitment to undergraduate education. Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual, multi-professional and team basis. Ability to communicate effectively. Personal management skills including time management and administrative tasks. Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies. Previous active involvement in audit. Knowledge of clinical governance within the NHS. Ability to establish good working relationships with other members of the multidisciplinary team. Flexible and adaptable to competing demands. Commitment to modern practices. Ability to liaise well with colleagues in other specialities. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to manage stress. Proactive, innovative and able to work autonomously with professionalism. Desirable Ability to present effectively to an audience using a variety of methods. Knowledge of multidisciplinary clinical audit principles. Commitment to a career in hospital medicine. Able to organise own learning. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Address Musgrove Park Hospital Musgrove Road Taunton Somerset TA1 5DA Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)