Consultant Radiologist with a Special Interest in Breast Radiology

Hywel Dda Radiology is looking to recruit a dynamic and motivated Consultant Radiologist with a special interest in breast radiology. Applicants will be experienced in general radiology and symptomatic breast radiology. The Health Board offers an excellent opportunity to join a progressive team of 24 consultants and contribute to the on-going development of radiological services within the Hywel Dda University Health Board. Enquiries are also welcomed from those interested in a position less than full time or working exclusively in breast radiology. There is also the potential for screening sessions within the Welsh Breast Screening Programme delivered by Breast Test Wales.

The successful candidate will be expected to be based at Bronglais General Hospital, Ceredigion and there will be an expectation to travel and work at the other two main sites, which deliver symptomatic breast clinics, namely Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli and Withybush General Hospital in Pembrokeshire. This expectation will be occasional in line with service need.

This is a new post based at Bronglais General Hospital, Aberystwyth joining 1 Consultant Breast Radiologist, 1 Speciality Grade Doctor and 1 Consultant Radiographer providing breast radiology services to the population of Hywel Dda University Health Board. The post holder should be competent in mammography reporting, breast and axillary ultrasound, and image guided biopsy of the breast and axilla. It would also be desirable if the Radiologist has experience in additional procedures such as vacuum assisted biopsy/ excision, preoperative localisation techniques, Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (DBT) and breast MRI reporting. Experience of contrast enhanced mammography would also be desirable. The post holder will be expected to undertake symptomatic breast assessment clinics and actively participate in the breast MDT. Cross-site collaboration with respect to reporting or MDT meetings is usually done via Teleradiology and video conferencing. Office accommodation, secretarial support and full IT facilities including access to intranet and internet is provided.