Renal Consultant

NHS; Salford; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a Renal Consultant to provide a range of renal medical services at Salford Royal Hospital. The successful candidate will join a team of 23 consultants, overseeing haemodialysis and participating in an on-call service. Candidates must be GMC registered with completion of higher specialty training in Nephrology. This permanent full-time position offers a competitive salary package.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Flexible working options

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Full Registration with the General Medical Council.
• Inclusion on the specialist register within 3 months of starting.
• Completion of CCT in Nephrology.

Responsibilities

• Provide general Nephrology clinics and participate in on-call service.
• Take responsibility for the haemodialysis cohort.
• Support and develop services at the outreach Kidney Care Centre.

Skills

Clinical expertise/knowledge in Renal Medicine

Ability to cope under pressure

Clear communication

Flexible and adaptable to change

Integrity and trustworthiness

Education

Full Registration with the General Medical Council

Completion of CCT / Higher Specialist Training in Nephrology

Job description

Overview

Renal Consultant (10 PA post) within Renal Medicine, providing a full range of renal medical services as part of the Greater Manchester Renal Managed Clinical Network North Sector Renal Team. The post holder will join 23 consultant colleagues based in the Department of Renal Medicine at Salford Royal Hospital and will be employed by the Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA), based at the Salford site, the inpatient centre for the North Sector.

The post holder will provide general Nephrology clinics / specialist clinics at Salford and other designated peripheral sites. The clinical workload may change during the appointment and will be reflected in the job plan. The post-holder is expected to participate in the on-call renal speciality service (1:10 weeks) and ward cover.

Main duties

The post-holder will take responsibility for the haemodialysis cohort, with the aim of supporting and developing services at the outreach Kidney Care Centre. The clinical responsibilities will be supported by either an Associate Specialist or Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Renal Services. There are dedicated inpatient ward facilities (25 beds) at Salford based on H3 Ward.

Location and about us

Based at Salford Royal Hospital, Stott Lane, Salford, M6 8HD. The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people across Greater Manchester. We employ around 20,000 colleagues across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford.

We are committed to high standards of care and to living our values of care, appreciate and inspire. We offer a role with purpose and flexibility, opportunities for progression, and a competitive benefits package including generous annual leave and flexible working options.

Details

Date posted: 01 October 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Consultant

Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 236-SCO-CON-RENAL-25-A

Job locations: Salford Royal Hospital, Stott Lane, Salford, M6 8HD

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities, please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. Additional information about working at the Northern Care Alliance can be found in the Candidate Information Pack or on the careers website.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications

• Full Registration with the General Medical Council
• Inclusion on the specialist register / admission to the register within 3 months of commencement in post
• Completion of CCT / Higher Specialist Training or equivalent in Nephrology

Professional Registration

• MRCP or Equivalent
• To be formally recognised as a Clinical Supervisor as defined by the GMC Trainer Standards

Desirable

• Recognised as an Educational Supervisor as defined by the GMC trainer standards
• Participation in a management training course
• Participation in an advanced IT training course
• Higher Degree

Knowledge and Training

• Clinical expertise/knowledge in Renal Medicine
• Evidence of continuing personal and professional development and up-to-date with medical advances
• Knowledge of core legal, ethical and political issues governing medical practice
• Experience of recent and current research / relevant publications
• Understanding of performance management and support for a performance culture
• Accountable for performance of self and others and empowers others

Desirable

• Evidence of roles undertaken during training

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to cope under pressure and manage conflicting demands
• Flexible and adaptable to change
• Integrity and trustworthiness towards patients and staff
• Ability to lead and drive change and create a vision for the department
• Drive innovation and improvement
• Clear communication, including explaining complex or sensitive information

Disclosures

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and will require a Disclosure to be submitted to the DBS.

Certificate of Sponsorship and UK Registration

Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered. UK visa / immigration guidance is available. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information see the NHS Careers information.

Employer details

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Salford Royal Hospital, Stott Lane, Salford, M6 8HD

Website: northerncarealliance.nhs.uk