Overview
Consultant Radiologist – Breast Imaging ( Diagnostic & Interventional )
Galway, Ireland | Breast Check Western Unit, Galway University Hospital
Looking for a world-class breast imaging role in a city known for its culture, coastline and quality of life?
Galway offers a rare balance: academic medicine at scale + a coastal lifestyle that's consistently ranked among Europe's best.
The Breast Check Western Unit is part of Ireland's National Breast Screening Programme and serves a screening population of 160,000+ women across the West and Northwest.
Galway University Hospital is the major tertiary centre for the region, comparable to a multi-county US/UK breast screening hub, with excellent MDT structures and advanced imaging technology.
What's on offer
€233,527 – €280,513 Consultant Salary (Public Only Contract 2023)
Up to €20,000 annual learning & development fund
30 days annual leave + 10 public holidays
A national programme with strong QA, research and governance frameworks
What we're looking for
Fellowship or Specialist training in Breast Radiology
Diagnostic + interventional breast imaging (biopsy/stereotactic preferred)
Experience with high-volume screening & assessment clinics
Interest in audit, quality improvement, or academic collaboration
Service snapshot
Screening population: 160,000+ women aged 50–69
Regional catchment: Galway, Mayo, Roscommon, Sligo, Leitrim, Clare
Integrated MDT with breast surgeons, oncologists, pathologists & CNS teams
Research and teaching opportunities with the University of Galway
Why Breast Radiologists choose Galway
Major academic hospital with strong subspecialty teams
Vibrant city known for festivals, music, arts & an exceptional food scene
Coastal living, beaches, Atlantic views, and Connemara National Park nearby
Safe, family-friendly communities and excellent schools
Ideal for consultants relocating internationally (UK, US, EU, Canada, Australia)
If you're a Breast Radiology specialist looking to elevate your career within a national screening service, while enjoying one of Europe's most liveable coastal cities, I'd be delighted to speak with you.
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