Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled radiologist with a subspecialty interest in Upper Gastrointestinal (Upper GI) imaging to join our dynamic team. The Upper GI subspecialty of the Radiology Department at Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust plays a pivotal role in the diagnosis and staging of a wide range of upper gastrointestinal conditions, particularly oesophageal and gastric cancers. This service is integral to early detection, treatment planning, and post-treatment surveillance, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in a high-volume clinical environment.The Upper GI imaging service comprises a team of experienced radiologists and radiographers, delivering a full suite of diagnostic modalities. The department also works closely with the Trust’s upper GI surgical, gastroenterology, pathology and oncology teams, forming a key part of our multidisciplinary team (MDT) approach to patient management. BHRUT is a recognised regional centre for Upper GI cancer surgery and home to the Digestive Diseases Centre, which integrates gastroenterology, advanced endoscopy, and surgical services. The Trust performs over 18,000 GI endoscopy procedures annually, supporting diagnostic and therapeutic services. Radiology plays a central role in staging, surveillance, and emergency imaging, with active participation in weekly Upper GI MDTs, contributing to the Trust’s multidisciplinary approach to complex GI care.Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will attend and contribute to weekly Upper GI MDT meetings, ensuring collaborative decision-making and optimal patient care. This position will be part of a 1:4 MDT rota, ensuring an equitable distribution of workload while maintaining high service standards. Applicants should have prior experience in Upper GI imaging, possess strong interpretative and reporting skills, and demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development. Apart from cross-sectional imaging, the candidate is expected to supervise and perform barium/contrast procedures. Teaching and supervising radiology trainees and junior radiologists is part of the role.There is on-call service for general radiology and is consultant led; the on-call consultant is expected to report urgent AE and inpatient CT scans from 17:00 to 20:00 and 8:00 to 9:00 on weekdays and 8:00 to 18:00 on weekends.Working for our organisation

We’re an organisation that is getting better and better and our improvements are driven by a determination to deliver care we’re proud of and our patients are happy with. We’re no longer in special measures; we’ve opened two new theatres at our Elective Surgical Hub in King George Hospital (KGH); and Matthew Trainer, our Chief Executive, was named the top CEO by the Health Service Journal in 2024.We operate from two main sites – KGH in Goodmayes and Queen’s Hospital in Romford. We have two busy emergency departments with more than 330,000 people visiting them last year. We’re campaigning to secure the £35m we need to transform the AandE at Queen’s and get rid of corridor care.Our patients are benefitting from our Women’s Health Hub in Ilford; an Ageing Well Centre in Hornchurch; and Community Diagnostic Centres (CDC) at Barking Community Hospital and at St George’s Health and Wellbeing Hub in Hornchurch. These CDCs are open 12 hours a day, 7 days a week and are providing an extra 94,000 scans a year.The majority of our 8,000 staff – who come from 146 different countries - live in the three diverse London boroughs we serve and are from black, Asian and minority ethnic groups. Many can work flexibly and more than 400 of them are on our Ofsted accredited apprenticeship programmes. We’re proud to be a London Living Wage employer. We’re looking forward to introducing an electronic patient record that will be transformative for our staff and beneficial for our patients.Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To adhere to the appropriate clinical and quality standards, liaise effectively and on a timely basis with colleagues, general practitioners, community services and all healthcare agencies and maintain and promote team and multi-disciplinary working.To maintain confidentiality about sensitive data as per Trust’s information governance guidelines.To participate in the development and implementation of policy and/or management of radiology services.To attend and participate in departmental governance meetings including investigations of incidents and audits where necessary.To attend and participate in operational and clinical meetings where these are deemed essential to the running of the department and/or service.To acquire and maintain the required level of evidence-based practice within your area of special interest.To comply with all the trust and departmental policies in relation to job planning, appraisal and leave.To deputize for an absent consultant or associate specialist colleague on occasions where this is necessary to complete core services in a timely manner.To ensure prompt attendance at agreed direct clinical care programmed activities.To ensure mandatory training is up to date as per the trust policy.To establish and maintain communication and relationship both internally and externally.Person specification

Education / Qualification

Fellowship Royal College of RadiologistsFull GMC registration with a license to practiceFellowship/ equivalent experience in upper GI imaging at consultant level.MRCP/MRCSLogbookEnsuring people settle in and feel part of our Trust straight away is one of our top priorities. We hold two corporate welcome events each month and, if successful, you will start on one of these days so we can provide you with a seamless and welcoming introduction to our Trust.We believe that providing the highest quality of care, is about having the best people, inspired and supported by the best leaders, and backed by the best training and career development opportunities. Our vision is to provide outstanding healthcare to our community, delivered with pride. It is driven by our PRIDE values and behaviours which were developed together with our staff.Barking Havering and Redbridge University Hospital NHS Trust

is committed to Safeguarding Children and Adults at Risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults is central to the care provided by our Trust and the post holder must be aware of their responsibilities and work in line with our Trust’s Safeguarding Adult and Children Procedures.All salaries are inclusive of standard allowances e.g. High Cost Area for staff on Agenda for Change contracts.To create an inclusive and diverse workplace, we will work with you to get the best experience, so that you can provide outstanding care for our local community. We are happy to have an open discussion on part-time hours and flexible working and will consider your requirements if our service is able to accommodate. Please have discussion with the recruiting manager about your flexibility requirements.All correspondence regarding this application will be by e-mail, please check as some emails may fall into your junk folder.Please ensure that the references are from your most recent employer and one of these must be your direct Line Manager or Supervisor. Additionally, ensure that any gaps in your employment history are clearly indicated. Please ensure business/organisation email addresses are provided for all referees.Barking, Havering, and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust (BHRUT) uses TrustID identification technology to verify essential documents, such as passports and driving licenses. All new employees will be expected to have their original documents verified through TrustID.In line with UKVI guidelines BHRUT is unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship for Band 2 or Band 3 positions.We may close vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received and to support with streamlining the recruitment process.Unfortunately due to the large number of applications that the Trust receives for some posts, it is not possible to reply to every unsuccessful application.If you have not received a response within 3 weeks of the closing date of an advert, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.Trust buildings and grounds became fully Smoke Free on National No Smoking Day 11th March 2015. The Trust expects all staff to promote healthy living and to set good examples in their own behaviour. Those not ready to quit smoking must remain smoke free during working hours, and will not be able to smoke in Trust uniform, in Trust grounds including car parks, while driving on Trust business or take smoking breaks. Second hand smoke causes heart and lung disease, and is harmful to young children. However, disposable or rechargeable e-cigarettes ("vaping") may be used outside hospital buildings.We are an equal opportunity employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community and welcomes applications from people wishing to job-share, either with or without a partner. Applicants who consider themselves to have a disability (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) will be shortlisted for interview if they meet the essential criteria. We also operate strict screening procedures for posts with access to vulnerable adults and children.Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.Name Pravin Ghadge Job title Radiology Consultant and Clinical Director Email address pravin.ghadge@nhs.net Telephone number 01708435000 Ext. 2845There’s never been a better time to join the team. Apply online now.We have a wide range of flexible, temporary and part-time opportunities.

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