Job summary
Step into a role that offers the opportunity to work in an expanding, modern service with state-of-the-art technology as well as the flexibility you value. We're looking for an Interventional Radiologist who's excited for professional development, thrives in a collaborative environment and is ready to help shape an extraordinary service.
As a Trust we have worked hard to expand and modernise the service. We've got a newly refurbished 45m suite with Siemens Artis-Q, Dyna CT, Cydar AI, IVUS, lithotripsy as well as a 5-bed radiology day unit of which over 70% of vascular interventions are now done as day cases with the team regularly hitting their 5-day C-quin targets. We also have exciting plans looking ahead! In 2025 we are opening our brand new 79m hybrid IR theatre as part of our new surgical and critical care wing.
The Radiology Department delivers a comprehensive imaging and interventional service, supporting the needs of a busy District General Hospital. We understand that maintaining wellbeing and a healthy work-life balance is essential in a busy clinical environment, which is why we offer flexibility within job plans and working arrangements - including the option of a hybrid role. Home PACS access is available for colleagues who wish to work remotely for part of the week, providing the comfort and convenience of reporting from home.
AAC interview date: To be confirmed.
Main duties of the job
Taunton is a British Society of Interventional Radiology (BSIR) exemplar site. Approximately 18.5k IR procedures were performed across the trust in 2023/2024.
You will be supported in the development of new services and encouraged with specific areas of interest. As part of the team, you'll take part in the non-resident 1:6 interventional on-call rota based at the Musgrove Park site. You'll be well supported by a fantastic team of experienced Interventional Nurses and Radiographers who help ensure smooth and efficient care during on-call shifts. Importantly, there is no diagnostic on-call requirement.
You'll also be involved in a variety of rewarding work, including image-guided biopsy and drainage lists, supporting general vascular and aortic aneurysm MDTs, running an IR clinic, and reporting on regional vascular imaging. There's also a small contribution to general reporting to help support the wider team.
In this role, you'll play a key part in the Somerset and North Devon vascular network, supporting a population of over 800,000 across North Devon, Yeovil, Taunton, and Somerset. Emergency vascular procedures, aneurysm work and imaging are centralised at the Taunton site which also handles elective referrals from Yeovil and provides a spoke service to North Devon for day-case angioplasties. You'll enjoy a varied and rewarding caseload, including a broad mix of non-vascular IR referrals from across the region.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information please see the attached job description and person spec document, or contact Dr Hilary White, IR lead Hilary.White@SomersetFT.nhs.uk or Dr Paul Carruthers, Clinical Service Lead via email Paul.Carruthers@SomersetFT.nhs.ukor 01823 342306.
Somerset's demographic profile is notably older than the national average, with 24% of residents aged over 65, compared to the England and Wales average of 19%.This aging population influences the trust's healthcare services, necessitating a focus on age-related health issues. The trust provides services across a very large, predominantly rural area.
GIRFT review 2025 Notable good practice:
"Taunton is a busy, high volume IR centre, particularly for vascular IR. This is impressive given the size of the department. Vascular IR service includes infra-renal EVAR and its complications, with good data from the site on the National Vascular Registry (NVR)".
"Team ethos and dynamics at both sites: evidence of great team working within and between the consultant, nursing, sonography and radiography teams. Radiology trainees consistently rate the trust highly and gave positive feedback at the visit''
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information please see the attached job description and person spec document, or contact Dr Hilary White, IR lead Hilary.White@SomersetFT.nhs.uk or Dr Paul Carruthers, Clinical Service Lead via email Paul.Carruthers@SomersetFT.nhs.ukor 01823 342306.
Somerset's demographic profile is notably older than the national average, with 24% of residents aged over 65, compared to the England and Wales average of 19%.This aging population influences the trust's healthcare services, necessitating a focus on age-related health issues. The trust provides services across a very large, predominantly rural area.
GIRFT review 2025 Notable good practice:
"Taunton is a busy, high volume IR centre, particularly for vascular IR. This is impressive given the size of the department. Vascular IR service includes infra-renal EVAR and its complications, with good data from the site on the National Vascular Registry (NVR)".
"Team ethos and dynamics at both sites: evidence of great team working within and between the consultant, nursing, sonography and radiography teams. Radiology trainees consistently rate the trust highly and gave positive feedback at the visit''
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- FRCR or equivalent
- Full GMC registration.
- Radiology training CCT or CESR
Experience
Essential
- 3 years Interventional Radiology sub speciality training
- Demonstrable commitment and enthusiasm for Interventional radiology, with previous experience
- Evidence of recent CME/reasonable training progression at this stage of career.
- Experience in audit or quality improvement
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Evidence of teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and ability to teach clinical skills in multidisciplinary settings.
- Willingness to contribute to departments teaching and training needs.
- Ability to practice evidence-based medicine
Desirable
- Formal teaching/training diploma or course
- Research experience/ publications/presentations
- Experience in development and implementation of clinical guidelines
- Good clinical Practice trained
- EBIR
- Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- FRCR or equivalent
- Full GMC registration.
- Radiology training CCT or CESR
Experience
Essential
- 3 years Interventional Radiology sub speciality training
- Demonstrable commitment and enthusiasm for Interventional radiology, with previous experience
- Evidence of recent CME/reasonable training progression at this stage of career.
- Experience in audit or quality improvement
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Evidence of teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and ability to teach clinical skills in multidisciplinary settings.
- Willingness to contribute to departments teaching and training needs.
- Ability to practice evidence-based medicine
Desirable
- Formal teaching/training diploma or course
- Research experience/ publications/presentations
- Experience in development and implementation of clinical guidelines
- Good clinical Practice trained
- EBIR
- Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.
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.
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).
