Locum Consultant in Cardiac Surgery and Cardiothoracic Transplantation

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in Manchester is seeking a dedicated clinician to take on crucial roles in transplant and cardiac surgery services. The ideal candidate will engage in patient care and be involved in clinical innovation and research at the largest health academic campus in Europe. With a strong focus on professional development and a supportive environment, this position is perfect for those looking to shape the future of healthcare while advancing their career.

Benefits

State-of-the-art facilities

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for leadership and research

Qualifications

• Dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care.
• Experience in transplant services and cardiac surgery.

Responsibilities

• Involved in transplant services including clinics, MDTs, ward rounds and on calls.
• Support the needs of codependent services.
• Involvement in organ retrieval and training of fellows.
• Deliver tertiary level cardiac surgery services.
• Contribute to the planning and development of cardiac surgery services.

Job description

The post-holder will assume a continuing responsibility for the care of patients in their charge and the proper functioning of their department. Responsibility for specialist investigations and care planning are crucial, and there are multi-disciplinary team meetings in all areas to ensure high quality care and best practice is followed. Post-holders are expected to refer patients through these designated pathways.

The post-holder must take reasonable care of their own health and safety and any other personnel who may be affected by their omission. Trust policies and regulations must be followed at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• To be involved in transplant services including clinics, MDTs, ward rounds and 1:5 transplant on calls for implant surgery
• To support the needs of codependent services at MRI as part of the wider consultant team (e.g. contribute to cover for emergencies as part of the on call rotas)
• To be involved in organ retrieval services during on call weeks and supervise fellows
• To be involved in training, assessing and signing off of retrieval fellows
• To deliver excellent tertiary level cardiac surgery services at a regional level
• To contribute to the planning and development of cardiac surgery services
• To contribute to on call services for cardiac surgery
• To provide flexible support and develop in-reach services across MFT sites
• To support teaching and research within the department

About Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust 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.