Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
We are expanding our services; a Nuclear Medicine Consultant is sought to join our friendly and forward-thinking team. We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated candidate, to help strengthen and develop the service.
The Nuclear Medicine Department at University Hospital Southampton provides a comprehensive diagnostic imaging and molecular radiotherapy (MRT) service to local and regional patients. Our dedicated department staff go above and beyond to ensure patients receive outstanding care and treatment. Our small but committed consultant team always strive to achieve these high standards.
We are at the forefront of innovative practice and have been recognised by the UK nuclear medicine community for this. Our vision is to be a leading UK centre. This is a vital role in our department to support the existing consultants and also other department staff members.
You will be part of a hardworking, enthusiastic and friendly team, working together in a supportive environment to provide good patient experiences and outcomes.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Take a shared responsibility for the day to day running of the nuclear medicine department. This includes diagnostic nuclear medicine and PET CT scans, in/out patient and day case molecular radiotherapies and research support. Engage directly with at least 2 MDTs according to expertise and interest. Be encouraged to develop new techniques/spheres of interest, either within the current UHS nuclear medicine practice or beyond it Supervise and educate Radiology Trainees, with the possibility of undergraduate involvement and/or teaching other specialties as needed
For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for. It outlines the essential criteria for the role and is designed to support you in preparing your application by helping you evaluate how your skills, experience, and professional background align with the requirements of the role.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Proposed interview date: 18th November 2025
This vacancy closes on or before: 2nd November 2025
Job description
Job responsibilities
Take a shared responsibility for the day to day running of the nuclear medicine department. This includes diagnostic nuclear medicine and PET CT scans, in/out patient and day case molecular radiotherapies and research support. Engage directly with at least 2 MDTs according to expertise and interest. Be encouraged to develop new techniques/spheres of interest, either within the current UHS nuclear medicine practice or beyond it Supervise and educate Radiology Trainees, with the possibility of undergraduate involvement and/or teaching other specialties as needed
For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for. It outlines the essential criteria for the role and is designed to support you in preparing your application by helping you evaluate how your skills, experience, and professional background align with the requirements of the role.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Proposed interview date: 18th November 2025
This vacancy closes on or before: 2nd November 2025
Person Specification
Qualifications, Training & Experience
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- MRCS / MRCP or equivalent
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
- Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
- Competent in Diagnostic Nuclear Medicine imaging, including SPECT CT and PET CT
Desirable
- FRCR or equivalent
- MRCP or equivalent
- Eligible for entry on GMC Nuclear Medicine Specialist Register
- MSc or equivalent
- Competent in Molecular Radiotherapy
- Publications in Nuclear Medicine Journals
- Clinical and education supervisor training
- Fellowship in diagnostic nuclear medicine
- Management/leadership training course
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams
- Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English).
- Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
- Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
- Appropriate level of organisational, leadership, professional and personal abilities to function effectively as a Nuclear Medicine consultant
- Experience of teaching juniors, medical students and other healthcare professionals
- Proven ability to build and maintain effective teams
- Empathetic and sensitive to patient's needs
- Experience and willingness to undertake audit and clinical governance activities
Desirable
- Teaching skills: Experience in organising computer-based meetings, teaching and e-learning
- Research Skills: Publication of research articles, demonstrating understanding of research methodology and commitments
Living Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Person Specification
Qualifications, Training & Experience
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- MRCS / MRCP or equivalent
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
- Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
- Competent in Diagnostic Nuclear Medicine imaging, including SPECT CT and PET CT
Desirable
- FRCR or equivalent
- MRCP or equivalent
- Eligible for entry on GMC Nuclear Medicine Specialist Register
- MSc or equivalent
- Competent in Molecular Radiotherapy
- Publications in Nuclear Medicine Journals
- Clinical and education supervisor training
- Fellowship in diagnostic nuclear medicine
- Management/leadership training course
Aptitudes and skills
Essential
- Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams
- Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English).
- Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
- Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
- Appropriate level of organisational, leadership, professional and personal abilities to function effectively as a Nuclear Medicine consultant
- Experience of teaching juniors, medical students and other healthcare professionals
- Proven ability to build and maintain effective teams
- Empathetic and sensitive to patient's needs
- Experience and willingness to undertake audit and clinical governance activities
Desirable
- Teaching skills: Experience in organising computer-based meetings, teaching and e-learning
- Research Skills: Publication of research articles, demonstrating understanding of research methodology and commitments
Living Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
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).
