Job summary
- Main area
- Radiology
- Grade
- NHS Medical & Dental: Local Appointment nodal point 4 (MT04)
- Contract
- Fixed term: 12 months (part of Radiology on call rota)
- Hours
- Full time - 40 hours per week (On call rota)
- Job ref
- 381-IM-7020760-A
- Employer
- Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- SWB NHS Trust
- Town
- West Bromwich
- Salary
- £61,825 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 28/05/2025 23:59
Employer heading

JSD Higher in Radiology
NHS Medical & Dental: Local Appointment nodal point 4 (MT04)
Here at Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust we’re committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse workforce and we welcome applications from all parts of the community. We are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences and abilities whilst employing people to our organisation who meet our Trust values of ambition, respect and compassion. With the opening of our new hospital, Midland Metropolitan University Hospital, it’s the coming together of expertise from every corner of our organisation and a show of our commitment to provide better healthcare and create more jobs and so much more. We at the Trust actively encourage Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) and disabled applicants, as well as members of the armed forces community and value the positive impact that difference has on our teams. We are committed to equality and diversity within our workforce.
Job overview
We are looking for a JSD Higher in Radiology to join our team at SWB NHS Trust.
This is a 12 month fixed term post to cover maternity leave and will initially be based primarily at Midland Metropolitan University Hospital.
The post holder will also be required to work at any of the Trust’s sites, City Health Campus and Sandwell Health Campus.
Main duties of the job
1. To provide, with the other doctors in the radiology, routine and emergency radiology specialty services to the Trust, operating a system of mutual out-of-hours cover, and cover for annual, study and professional leave.
2. To liaise with medical staff in other specialties and participate in clinical meetings and postgraduate activities in the Trust.
3. Assessment and initiation of management of patients in radiology under the supervision of Consultant staff.
4. Prompt assessment of patients referred for admission from Emergency Department and general practitioners
5. Day to day follow-up of patients under the care of the team
Working for our organisation
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country – one of the country’s most culturally diverse areas. It’s a friendly and welcoming place – a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.
We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.
Our values – Ambition, Respect and Compassion – are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.
Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to “Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population.” It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It’s what makes us unique.
We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose. When we say we’re ‘with you all the way’ we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information about this role please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- • Primary medical qualification (MBBS/MBBCH) or equivalent.
- • ALS, ATLS, APLS
Clinical experience
Essential criteria
- • Full time training and experience at ST1/2 or higher grade or equivalent
- • Recent UK experience in radiology
Clinical effectiveness
Essential criteria
- Ability to use the evidence base and clinical audit to support decision-making
- Experience of conducting clinical audit
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
- Ability to work well with colleagues and within a team
Qualifications
Desirable criteria
- MRCP
Applicant requirements
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.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Dr Terence Jones
- Job title
- Consultant
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07753636895
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