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Applications are invited for the post of Consultant in Breast Radiology. The post is based in Ninewells Hospital Dundee with sessions in Perth Royal Infirmary. This post results from a combination of retirement and expansion of breast services.
NHS Tayside manages the East of Scotland Breast Screening Programme co-located and combined with symptomatic breast imaging services for Tayside. We are seeking a candidate for Breast Radiology to work within a cohesive and supportive Breast multi-disciplinary team and to provide a high quality service in both symptomatic and screening settings. The East of Scotland Breast Screening Programme serves an eligible screening population of 74000 women.
Tayside Breast Unit is well-equipped with up-to-date breast imaging technologies, including digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT), contrast-enhanced spectral mammography (CESM), ultrasound shear-wave elastography (SWE) and Breast MRI. We take pride in being research active, taking part in various single and multi-centre trials and studies led by Dr Sarah Savaridas and our senior Consultant Radiographer, Patsy Whelehan.
We benefit from excellent relationships with breast surgeons, pathologists, and specialist nurses, who all contribute towards forming a strong multidisciplinary team-working approach. We have one advanced radiographer practitioner reporting screening and symptomatic mammography, plus one trainee consultant radiographer as well as a fully trained consultant radiographer.
The post will afford excellent opportunities in state-of-the art breast radiology practice, alongside research opportunities. The primary role is a breast radiologist however consideration will be given to session for general radiology within an agreed job plan.
You will have a clinical background in breast radiology symptomatic service and preferably in breast screening. You will be registered to practice by the GMC.
The post will be based at Ninewells Hospital Breast Screening & Imaging Unit although travel to our satellite breast services at Perth Royal Infirmary is expected.
Applicants wishing to work less than full-time are welcome to apply, with a minimum commitment of 20 hours per week. There is no commitment to on call.
NHS Tayside is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.
Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.
Tayside is centrally located within Scotland, with easy access to major cities including Edinburgh and Glasgow, and yet is also within a short distance of the Scottish highlands. Caird Hall, Perth Concert Hall and local theatres and the V&A museum are among many attractions providing an excellent cultural life. The local area is excellent for hill walking and outdoor activities including stunning beaches.
Informal enquiries are welcomed by Dr Sarah Savaridis, Consultant Breast Radiologist or Patsy Whelehan, Consultant Radiographer on Tel: 01382 632813.
Closing Date for Applications: 10th May 2022
Interview Date 20th May 2022.