Locum Consultant in Anaesthesia and Critical Care

The closing date is 17 March 2026

An opportunity to join a bright and dynamic Critical Care and Anaesthesia department where you will be mentored and supported to flourish in your career where many opportunities are available across a major tertiary working in one of the largest Trusts in England.

Manchester University Foundation Trust represents an exciting opportunity to work within a leading Trust that provides a wide range of tertiary specialties in medicine and surgery. A consultant in Intensive Care Medicine will have the opportunity to work within a dynamic department that leads in quality clinical care. Candidates with complementary specialty training will have the opportunity to accommodate a complementary specialty in job plan.

Desirable experiences would include experience in different hospitals / departments where opportunities to develop leadership and management experience have been fully utilised. Evidence of team working is essential.

An exciting opportunity has emerged for a high quality candidate to join the critical care team as a Locum Consultant in Anaesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) was formed on 1st October 2017 following the merger of Central Manchester University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (CMFT) and University Hospital of South Manchester NHS Foundation Trust (UHSM).

The Trust comprises Manchester Royal Infirmary, Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, University Dental Hospital of Manchester, St Mary's Hospital for Women, The Royal Manchester Children's Hospital, Trafford General Hospital, Wythenshawe Hospital, Altrincham Hospital and Withington Community Hospital.

MFT is in partnership with the Manchester Academic Health Science Centre (MAHSC) which provides patients and clinicians with rapid access to the latest discoveries, and improving the quality and effectiveness of patient care.

Through extensive local, national and global collaborations, MAHSC is becoming a major biomedical and health hub, providing clinical and research leadership and helping healthcare organisations to reap the benefits of research and innovation to drive improvements in care.

Manchester University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a major UK teaching hospital with an exceptionally strong academic and research base.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is a leading center of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-specialty 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.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read…