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The closing date is 12 July 2026
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It is a exciting time to join The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust. PAHT have been awarded the funding to support the vision for the West Essex Community Diagnostics Centre (CDC) in providing timely access to diagnostics for all of the West Essex population, tackling health inequalities and achieving the 28-day Faster Diagnosis Standard (FDS) for all potential cancer and non-cancer patients. Clinical patient pathways will be joined up between primary, community and secondary care by redesigning existing healthcare provision to include elective and non-elective models of care and extension of opening hours. The Radiology department at the Princess Alexandra Hospital is actively seeking to recruit a Consultant Radiologist with a sub-specialty interest in Head and Neck Imaging (any other specialities will be considered). This position will consist of 10 PAs per week, with an additional PA for on-call commitments. You will support a busy and diverse Imaging service, with a scope to further develop the appointees area of special interest. The Advisory Appointment Committee for this vacancy is provisionally scheduled for 29th July 2026.

Main duties of the job
Main duties of the job This is a position required to support the Radiology service at the Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) and have an interest in Head and Neck Imaging (any other specialities will be considered), pursuing opportunities to expand the Head and Neck service. You will be based primarily at the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow, but may be asked to work at any of the other 2 sites that make up the Trust, St. Margarets in Epping and Herts & Essex in Bishops Stortford. If successful, you will take part in multi-disciplinary meetings and participate in teaching Radiology registrars.

About us
The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave; a national programme thats changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector. This means were working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives. Were a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
GMC registration with a licence to practise.
CCT (or equivalent) in relevant specialty or within 6 months of achieving
Desirable
Subspecialty training aligned with service needs
Higher degree (e.g., MD, PhD) or additional postgraduate qualifications
Formal teaching qualification (e.g., PGCert in Medical Education)
Experience
Essential
Broad and relevant clinical experience in the specialty
Experience in teaching and supervising resident doctors and medical students
Participation in clinical audit and quality improvement
Desirable
Experience in service development or redesign
Experience in curriculum development or educational leadership
Publications in peer-reviewed journals; involvement in clinical research or trials
Previous experience working in the NHS or similar healthcare system
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address
The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom