Locum Consultant in Nuclear Medicine

Job Summary We are delighted to invite applications for a Locum Consultant in Nuclear Medicine for a fixed period of 24 months. This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the UK’s leading departments in Nuclear Medicine, playing a key role in delivering and developing our cutting‑edge diagnostic and therapeutic services. The Royal Surrey Nuclear Medicine Department is nationally recognised for innovation, quality, and excellence in service delivery and research. We are proud to be: The first standalone Nuclear Medicine department in the UK to receive UKAS accreditation against the BS70000 standard, reflecting our unwavering commitment to clinical quality, safety, and leadership. Fully equipped to deliver a wide range of molecular radiotherapy procedures, including radioiodine, Xofigo, Lutathera, SIRT and Pluvicto. Closely integrated with our Research & Development team, supporting the development and translation of cutting‑edge imaging techniques and novel therapeutic agents. Integrated with a large and experienced team of Nuclear Medicine Medical Physics Experts and Clinical Scientists, who provide scientific support to our department as well as to other centres regionally. Equipped with state‑of‑the‑art imaging technology, including two GE Discovery 870 DR SPECT/CT scanners and a GE Discovery 870 CZT SPECT camera. Supported by a growing, skilled team of Nuclear Medicine Technologists delivering high‑quality diagnostic imaging services. Main Duties We are seeking a Locum Consultant who is enthusiastic about Nuclear Medicine and has a desire to contribute to service development and translational research. The successful candidate will: Take a leadership role in the clinical delivery and future development of our Nuclear Medicine diagnostic and therapeutic services, with a commitment to quality. Participate in multi‑disciplinary team meetings and work collaboratively across specialties. Support ongoing research projects and help drive the expansion of clinical trials involving Nuclear Medicine diagnosis and therapy. Support the training of local medical, scientific and technical trainees and apprenticeships. Contribute to departmental governance, quality improvement and service evaluation. Job Plan 10 PA post, with a balanced mix of direct clinical care and supporting professional activities. The job plan includes: 1.5 SPA for core revalidation, CPD, audit and appraisal, as per national guidance. Additional time allocated to support responsibilities in research, governance and teaching. About Us Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5 000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing programme along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you feel valued from your initial interview through to your entire tenure. We are clinically led and provide joined‑up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding. Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us. Although it isn’t the Trust’s normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible. Video about the Royal Surrey – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo Job Details Posted: 05 December 2025 Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff Grade: Consultant Salary: £109 725 – £145 478 a year, dependent on experience Contract: Fixed term Duration: 24 months Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time, Flexible working Reference number: 384‑PD‑EMF19213 Location: Royal Surrey Hospital, Egerton Road, Guildford, GU2 7XX Qualifications Essential Full registration and a license to practice with the GMC. MBBS or equivalent. MRCP or equivalent. BLS or completion after commencement of post. Desirable Educational Supervisor qualification. Management Training. Appraisal qualification. Qualification in leadership and/or clinical management. Teaching/Education Qualification. Research degree. Experience Essential Fully trained Nuclear Medicine Specialist. Experience with delivery of radionuclide therapies. Desirable Significant evidence of experience in clinical leadership. Understand the principals of Clinical Governance. 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website. Employer Details Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust Royal Surrey Hospital Egerton Road Guildford GU2 7XX Employer's Website https://www.royalsurrey.nhs.uk/ #J-18808-Ljbffr