Job summary

UHB is on a journey to build healthier lives for the people of Birmingham and Solihull. Our 24--29 strategy is ambitious but grounded, with a clear commitment to improve health and wellbeing, reduce inequalities, use our resources well and create a better experience for patients and staff.

We are doing this from a stronger position, building on existing strengths while recognising that we are working within real financial constraints. The CQC has rated us as Good for how well-led we are, recognising improvements since the previous inadequate rating, including progress on culture, staff wellbeing and governance. We know there is still more to do.

We are seeking high-calibre applicants with Board-level or equivalent experience, ideally gained within the NHS or another large, complex public-facing organisation, who can bring independent judgement, constructive challenge, collaboration and a strong commitment to public service.

You will help ensure risks are managed, public funds are used appropriately, and patient safety remains central, while engaging with staff and patients to shape strategy and keep the Board connected to the reality of care.

Successful candidates will also act as lead NED for either Good Hope or QE. We would particularly welcome experience in operational transformation and improvement, culture change, staff engagement and development, estates management, or the responsible use of digital and AI opportunities.

Main duties of the job

Our NEDs also play a leadership role on our hospital sites, including making regular visits, being visible to staff and patients, and listening carefully to their experiences so that the Board remains closely connected to services and communities.

As a member of the Board, you will help agree and oversee the Trust's strategic plans, ensuring that the needs of the populations we serve are reflected in our priorities. You will support in setting direction, monitoring performance and acting where improvement is needed.

Rooted in stewardship, accountability and listening well, you will contribute to committees and sub-groups, bringing insight to issues of governance, risk, quality, finance, people and culture. This includes helping to ensure that effective financial controls are in place, public money is used well, and the Trust maintains high standards of probity, transparency and accountability.

We are committed to increasing the diversity of our Board and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented groups. We are seeking people who can bring different perspectives and lived experience, while demonstrating our values through the way they lead, contribute and challenge.

UHB's corporate meetings are usually held on Thursdays with Board and Committees held bi-monthly. The successful candidate will be required to attend meetings at all the hospital sites.

Our NEDs typically support us on 3--5 days per month.

Interviews will be held in person on Wednesday 7th October 2026

About us

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Job summary

Applications are invited for an Interventional Radiology Fellow to join the Imaging and Medical Physics Group at University Hospitals Birmingham. This post supports the expanding interventional radiology service based at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital.

Accredited radiology training is essential, and the successful candidate will gain subspecialty experience under the supervision of the Interventional Radiology team. The fellow will contribute to general radiology and participate in the Interventional (SpR) on call rota. Applicants must be on, or eligible for, the Specialist Register for Clinical Radiology.

UHB is one of the largest teaching hospital trusts in England and provides one of the UK's most advanced radiology services. Facilities include state of the art IR suites and hybrid theatres, with access to major tertiary specialties such as trauma, oncology, hepatobiliary, transplant, vascular and respiratory medicine. The fellow will have opportunities to develop skills in oncology intervention, embolization, vascular procedures, renal access and trauma intervention.

We offer a supportive, collaborative team, access to cutting edge technology, strong development and research opportunities, and the chance to help shape the future IR service. The new Heartlands Treatment Centre houses modern diagnostics, outpatient services and IR suites equipped with the latest imaging systems.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities are to:

The successful candidate will work alongside a team of experienced Consultant Interventional Radiologists, delivering a broad range of IR procedures across our major tertiary hospitals. The fellowship provides hands-on training, supportive supervision, and exposure to both core and advanced techniques, including:

*Vascular and non vascular interventions

*Trauma and emergency IR

*HPB, renal and urological interventions

*Oncology and palliative procedures

*Image guided biopsies and drainages

We welcome applications from enthusiastic candidates who is:

*GMC registered doctor (or eligibility)

*FRCR or equivalent qualification with a strong interest in Interventional Radiology

*Commitment to high quality clinical care, teamwork, and continuous learning

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Demonstrate strong communication, teamwork

Value a supportive, inclusive and forward-thinking working environment.

This post is ideal for senior radiology trainees (ST5+ or equivalent) seeking to consolidate and extend their IR skillset ahead of consultant practice.

About us

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Details

Date posted

27 August 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£67,325 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

15747

Job locations

Heartlands Hospital

Bordesley Green E

Birmingham

West Midlands

B9 5SS

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Accredited training in radiology is required, and the successful applicant will have the opportunity to gain experience within this radiology sub-specialty, under the guidance and supervision of the Interventional Radiology team. It is also expected that applicants will also contribute to the general radiology workload including participation in the Interventional (SpR) on-call rota.

The appointee will be expected to be on or to be eligible for the Specialist Register for Clinical Radiology before taking up the post.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Accredited training in radiology is required, and the successful applicant will have the opportunity to gain experience within this radiology sub-specialty, under the guidance and supervision of the Interventional Radiology team. It is also expected that applicants will also contribute to the general radiology workload including participation in the Interventional (SpR) on-call rota.

The appointee will be expected to be on or to be eligible for the Specialist Register for Clinical Radiology before taking up the post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

• FRCR or equivalent

• Minimum of 5 years clinical experience.

• Minimum of 1 year's clinical experience within chosen sub-specialty area

• Ability to verify complete details of employment history.

• Available to start within 4 weeks of interview

Desirable

• Further educational qualification

• 4-5 years clinical experience

• 12 months' experience within chosen specialty area

• Electives & Audit involvement

• Evidence of innovation in the workplace

• Time management skills

• Knowledge of research processes

• Publications/Presentations

Experience

Essential

• Full GMC registration Inclusion on Specialist Register or, if in training, eligible for inclusion on the Register within six months at the time of interview

• Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice

• Experience in general and interventional radiology / imaging

• Eligibility to live and work in the UK

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

• FRCR or equivalent

• Minimum of 5 years clinical experience.

• Minimum of 1 year's clinical experience within chosen sub-specialty area

• Ability to verify complete details of employment history.

• Available to start within 4 weeks of interview

Desirable

• Further educational qualification

• 4-5 years clinical experience

• 12 months' experience within chosen specialty area

• Electives & Audit involvement

• Evidence of innovation in the workplace

• Time management skills

• Knowledge of research processes

• Publications/Presentations

Experience

Essential

• Full GMC registration Inclusion on Specialist Register or, if in training, eligible for inclusion on the Register within six months at the time of interview

• Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice

• Experience in general and interventional radiology / imaging

• Eligibility to live and work in the UK

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 (Opens in a new tab).

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 (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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 (Opens in a new tab).

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 (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Heartlands Hospital

Bordesley Green E

Birmingham

West Midlands

B9 5SS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Heartlands Hospital

Bordesley Green E

Birmingham

West Midlands

B9 5SS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)