Radiologist Salary in the UK
Radiology is a severe-shortage specialty, which pushes both NHS and private earnings up. New consultants join the £95,000–£110,000 scale, and because scans can be reported remotely, radiologists have some of the strongest private and out-of-hours reporting income of any specialty — established consultants often reach £140,000–£200,000.
On the average radiologist salary of £110,000, you'll take home £72,357 per year or £6,030 per month after income tax and National Insurance for 2026/27.
Qualifications and Entry Requirements
A medical degree, two foundation years, then five years of clinical radiology training (ST1–5) and the FRCR (Fellowship of the Royal College of Radiologists) exams before a CCT. Interventional radiology adds further sub-specialty training.
Job Demand and Outlook
The Royal College of Radiologists reports a large and growing shortfall of consultant radiologists, with demand for imaging rising every year. Because reporting can be done remotely, radiologists are uniquely able to combine NHS work with teleradiology contracts — including for overseas providers.
Career Path and Progression
Foundation training, clinical radiology training (ST1–5), then consultant. Interventional radiology and cross-sectional (CT/MRI) sub-specialisation command the strongest demand and private income.
Tax Tips for a Radiologist
At £110,000 the personal allowance is fully tapered, so the £100,000–£125,140 band carries an effective 62% marginal rate. Teleradiology income is typically self-employed or company income, giving genuine scope for pension and expense planning. The remote nature of reporting also makes radiologists among the best-placed doctors to consider non-resident or overseas arrangements while retaining UK reporting contracts.
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Radiologist Pay by Level
Here is what a radiologist earns at each stage in the UK, with approximate take home pay per month on base pay:
| Level | Salary | Take Home/Month |
|---|---|---|
| Radiology trainee (ST1–3) | £48,000 | £3,173 |
| Senior trainee (ST4–5) | £62,000 | £3,876 |
| New NHS consultant | £95,000 | £5,471 |
| Consultant radiologist | £110,000 | £6,030 |
| Consultant + private reporting | £170,000 | £8,491 |
Note: Private and teleradiology reporting is often billed per-scan through a limited company, on top of NHS pay.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a radiologist earn in the UK?
NHS consultant radiologists are on the £95,000–£126,000 scale. With private and teleradiology reporting, many earn £140,000–£200,000. Trainees earn £48,000–£62,000.
What does a consultant radiologist take home?
On an average of £110,000, take home pay is approximately £72,357 per year or £6,030 per month after income tax and National Insurance for 2026/27.
Why are radiologists so well paid?
A national shortage of consultant radiologists combines with rising demand for imaging and the ability to report scans remotely, creating strong NHS, private and out-of-hours reporting income.
Can radiologists work remotely?
Yes — reporting scans is one of the most remote-friendly roles in medicine. Many radiologists hold teleradiology contracts alongside or instead of on-site NHS work, which also makes overseas arrangements more practical.
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