Senior Locally Employed Doctor (higher) Imaging | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Posting date:	19 April 2026
Salary:	Not specified
Additional salary information:	£76,582 per annum
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	04 June 2026
Location:	Manchester, M13 9WL
Company:	Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Job type:	Contract
Job reference:	7797863/349-CSS-7797863-RL4

Summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is recruiting a fixed-term Senior Clinical Fellow in Radiology with a specialist interest in Head & Neck imaging within the Adults’ Radiology Department. This training post is intended for radiologists with training equivalent to a UK CCT who wish to develop subspecialist expertise; prior H&N experience is not essential.

The fellow will spend the majority of their time in Head & Neck imaging. In a standard 10 PA job plan, around 8–9 PAs will be in the subspecialty, 1 PA in general acute radiology and up to 1 SPA session for research or projects. The post is partly funded through reporting, aiming to develop confidence in independent subspecialty reporting over the year.

The successful candidate will join a team of 51 Consultant Radiologists providing general and specialist imaging to local and tertiary populations across three acute and two non-acute sites, including Manchester Royal Infirmary, Wythenshawe Hospital and North Manchester General Hospital. There may also be opportunities for limited paediatric H&N exposure and development of additional interests.

MFT is the regional hub for ENT and Maxillofacial services and supports multiple tertiary services including cochlear implants, ophthalmology, dental services, cancer MDTs, endocrinology and neurofibromatosis services. Imaging modalities include CT, MRI, radiography, ultrasound-guided biopsy and nuclear medicine for inpatient and outpatient care.

The fellowship is partly funded through reporting activity, with structured training and progressive sign-off to independently report and/or perform a range of Head & Neck examinations. Fellows gradually increase independent reporting throughout the year while retaining consultant supervision and access to second opinions, with the aim of achieving confident independent practice by the end of the post.

MFT is the regional Head & Neck cancer centre. The fellow will attend the weekly Central Sector H&N Cancer MDT, preparing and presenting cases under consultant supervision. Additional opportunities include monthly Endocrinology MDTs, twice-monthly Orbital MDTs, and optional remote attendance at the regional Skull Base MDT at Salford Royal.

The fellow contributes approximately 1 PA per week to the Adults’ Acute Radiology service, undertaking inpatient and emergency CT reporting alongside consultants and registrars. There is no on-call or out-of-hours commitment.

The post provides experience in complex diagnostic imaging across CT, MRI, ultrasound-guided biopsy and dental cone-beam CT, working closely with surgical, oncology and neuroscience teams, including The Christie Hospital and Salford Royal. Fellows present cases at benign and malignant MDTs with dedicated support and increasing autonomy.

Training is also provided in head and neck interventional procedures to at least FRCR Level 2 standards, including US guided FNA, core biopsy and aspiration/drainage procedures.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is a leading center of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-specialty environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to progress your career.

With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.



We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.



At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.



If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow’s healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.



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This advert closes on Friday 29 May 2026

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