Consultant in Emergency Medicine

MFT; Manchester; On-site; GBP 114,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Emergency Medicine Consultant to lead on clinical care for acutely ill patients across multiple sites. The post involves on-call responsibilities, supervision of junior staff, and potential special interests aligned with Trust objectives.

The successful candidate must have GMC registration (or be eligible) and possess higher training in Emergency Medicine. This is a senior clinical role within a leading academic health campus environment.

Qualifications

• MB ChB or equivalent required.
• Postgraduate qualification (MRCP/MRCS/MCEM) required.
• Higher Qualification in Emergency Medicine (FRCEM) required.
• Completion of basic training.
• Completion of higher training in Emergency Medicine; should be on the specialist register or within 6 months of obtaining CCT at interview.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior leadership in the supervision and care of acutely ill and injured patients; duties shared across sites.
• Undertake on-call administration and related duties for patient care.
• Supervise and manage junior medical staff while on-call.
• Opportunity to pursue a special interest aligned with directorate and Trust objectives.

Education

MB ChB or equivalent

Postgraduate qualification MRCP/MRCS/MCEM

Higher Qualification FRCEM

Completion of basic training

Completion of higher training in Emergency Medicine

Job description

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Site Wythenshawe Hospital Town Manchester Salary £113,565 - £150,569 per annum (pro rata) Salary period Yearly Closing 02/10/2026 23:59 Interview date 21/10/2026

Job overview

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest employers, with a wide ranging portfolio of specialty work and a strong academic record. In partnership with The University of Manchester and other collaborators we are rapidly making Manchester the centre of cutting-edge research to improve healthcare worldwide.

We are currently looking for an Emergency Medicine Consultant to join our fantastic team, assisting us in continuing to provide exceptional patient care whilst leading on cutting edge research and education in the Emergency Medicine field.

Candidates must be eligible for their own GMC registration: an active licence, ceased license or pending application with the GMC at the point of application. Candidates who do not fit this criteria will not progress through to the shortlisting stage.

Main duties of the job

Clinical duties will involve senior leadership in the supervision and provision of the management and care of all acutely ill and injured patients. There is the expectation that duties will be shared with the current consultants and each consultant will share part of the workload across all sites. The nature of the post necessitates that Category II work may be undertaken, the arrangements for which will be agreed with the successful applicant on appointment.

Currently the department operates a system whereby all new patients attending on a particular day are nominally assigned to the consultant on-call for the day. Consultants are expected to undertake all immediate and subsequent administration relevant to the care of patients assigned in this way. The consultant will have responsibility for professional supervision and management of junior medical staff whilst on-call for the day.

In the spirit of continuing professional development this post can support a special interest that fits in with directorate and Trust objectives.

Working for our organisation

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to progress your career.

With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.
We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.

At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.
If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow’s healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading.

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We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

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Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU—for our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application— especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Person specification

Qualifications and Training

• MB ChB or equivalent
• Postgraduate qualification or equivalent eg. MRCP/MRCS/MCEM
• Higher Qualification FRCEM
• Completion of basic training
• Completion of higher training in Emergency Medicine. Should be on the specialist register or be within 6 months of obtaining CCT at the time of interview.

Teaching and Audit

• Experience of Audit
• Teaching junior medical staff
• Teaching qualification

Academic Achievements and Research

• Publications in recognised journals

Interpersonal Skills

• Organisations skills including an enquiring critical approach to work, excellent personal time management,
• Communication skills including the ability to listen, motivate and support staff of all disciplines to have a caring approach towards patients and colleagues
• Leadership skills including excellent interpersonal qualities, a credible and persuasive presence amongst clinical and management colleagues to help the organisation achieve its values and aims

Other Requirements

• Full registration with the GMC (or eligible forfull registration) and Licensed to Practice
• Registered on the GMC Specialist Registeror be eligible for relevant CCT or equivalent within 6 months of interview. Equivalent must be confirmed by GMC/PMETB in writing on the day of interview.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Jennifer Beynon Job title Clinical Head of Division - Emergency Care Village Email address [e-mail] Additional information

Lewis Jones

Directorate Manager - Emergency Care Village

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