Locum Consultant Cardiologist

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 114,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for a full-time Locum Consultant Cardiologist to join the Manchester Heart Institute on a 6-month fixed-term basis. The post is predominantly based at Manchester Royal Infirmary with flexible work across Wythenshawe Hospital, North Manchester General Hospital and Trafford General Hospital.

The role focuses on general cardiology outpatient clinics, improving access and reducing waiting times, with no on-call commitment.

Qualifications

• MB.ChB or equivalent required.
• MRCP desirable.
• Full GMC registration required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver general cardiology outpatient clinics at the Manchester Heart Institute.
• Support outpatient recovery and improve patient access across multiple sites.
• Contribute to reducing outpatient waiting times with no on-call commitment.

Education

MB.ChB or equivalent

MRCP

GMC registration

Basic training in Medicine

Basic training in Cardiology

Job description

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Locum Consultant Cardiologist

The closing date is 17 November 2026

Applications are invited for a full-time Locum Consultant Cardiologist to join the Manchester Heart Institute at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) on a 6-month fixed-term basis.

The post will be predominantly based at Manchester Royal Infirmary (MRI), with an expectation to work flexibly across MFT sites, including Wythenshawe Hospital, North Manchester General Hospital and Trafford General Hospital.

The successful candidate will primarily undertake general cardiology outpatient clinics, supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care, improving access to services, and reducing outpatient waiting times.

There is no on-call commitment associated with this post.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will join the established Consultant Cardiology team within the Manchester Heart Institute at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT).

The post will be predominantly based at Manchester Royal Infirmary, with flexibility to work across Wythenshawe Hospital, North Manchester General Hospital and Trafford General Hospital.

The main duties will involve delivering general cardiology outpatient clinics, including the assessment, investigation, and management of patients with a range of cardiovascular conditions. The post holder will support outpatient recovery, improve patient access, and contribute to reducing waiting times across the service.

There is no on-call commitment associated with this post.

About us

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.

Job responsibilities

IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download 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 MattersMFT 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.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were 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.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.

What is a DBS Check?

A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role:

Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.

Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role.

Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists.

Who Needs a DBS Check

Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role.

The Costs for a DBS

At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred.

For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december

DBS Update Service

Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.

Qualifications and training

• Full registration and licence to practice from the GMC
• MB.ChB or equivalent
• MRCP
• Completion of basic training in Medicine
• Basic training in Cardiology

Audit and teaching

• Teaching medical students
• Clinical audit
• Teaching junior medical staff

Interpersonal skills

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.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

£113,565 to £150,569 a yearper annum, pro rata