Adult Critical Care - ITU Resident Doctor

HCA Healthcare UK; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 82,000; Part time

Job summary

Join HCA Healthcare UK as a Resident Doctor in Adult Critical Care at The Harborne Hospital in Birmingham. This part-time role offers competitive pay and flexible working arrangements, along with the chance to shape a gold-standard critical care service. Candidates should possess an MBBS and GMC registration, with experience in Intensive Care, Anaesthetics, or Critical Care preferred.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Contributory pension scheme

Paid and protected study leave

Opportunities for academic development

Tier 2 visa sponsorship

Qualifications

• GMC registration with a valid UK licence to practise.
• Demonstrated training in Intensive Care, Critical Care, and/or Anaesthesia.

Responsibilities

• Delivering care in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
• Managing acute and complex airway cases.
• Contributing to ongoing service development.

Skills

Intensive Care Medicine

Anaesthetics

Critical Care

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Job description

Resident Doctor – Adult Critical Care

Location: Birmingham (The Harborne Hospital) Salary: £75000 – £82000 per annum (full-time equivalent, dependent on experience)

Contract Type: Part-Time | Permanent or Fixed-Term Employer: HCA Healthcare UK

Shape the Future of Critical Care in a Brand-New Private Patient Hospital

HCA Healthcare UK is the largest provider of private healthcare globally, renowned for delivering complex care and excellence in patient outcomes. We are the only independent hospital group in the UK offering Level 3 Adult Critical Care, with multiple sites rated “Outstanding” by the CQC.

In 2024, we proudly opened The Harborne Hospital in Birmingham – a state-of-the-art facility at the heart of the Midlands. As we establish and expand our Critical Care service line, we are looking for outstanding Resident Doctors to join our growing team.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of something new. You’ll play a vital role in shaping a gold-standard critical care service from the ground up, within a purpose-built, modern hospital environment designed for exceptional care and a better work-life balance.

About the Role

As a Resident Doctor in Adult Critical Care, you’ll work closely with leading Consultants, providing continuous, high-quality care to patients with a wide range of complex medical needs. This role is ideal for doctors with experience in Intensive Care Medicine, Anaesthetics, and/or Critical Care, looking for a more structured, elective-focused environment with manageable patient volumes.

You’ll have the autonomy to assess and manage critically ill patients within your competencies, always supported by an expert Consultant team. Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering care in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
• Managing acute and complex airway cases
• Supporting wider hospital outreach and emergency response
• Contributing to ongoing service development during this exciting growth phase

Flexible Working That Fits Your Life and other interests

We offer various rota options to support your other commitments, whether clinical, academic, or personal:

• 1 x 12-hour shift per week
• 1 x 24-hour shift per week
• Block shifts: 4–5 shifts in a rolling 4-week cycle

What You’ll Need Essential:

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• GMC registration with a valid UK licence to practise
• Demonstrated training in Intensive Care, Critical Care, and/or Anaesthesia

Desirable:

• MRCP, FRCA, and/or MRCEM qualifications

Why Choose HCA UK?

We are committed to investing in your growth and wellbeing. In return for your expertise, we offer:

Competitive salary with guaranteed annual review

Private medical insurance

Contributory pension scheme

Paid and protected study leave

Onsite revalidation officer

Opportunities for academic development, including funded research, PhDs, and further study

Tier 2 visa sponsorship and relocation support for eligible international applicants

Please note: HCA UK is an independent healthcare provider and cannot sponsor GMC registration or MTI placements.