Consultant in Emergency Medicine with certificate of sponsorship to the UK

Visa Note

While this employer offers a certificate of sponsorship for international applicants, all candidates must verify their eligibility to work in the UK with the employer before applying. The certificate of sponsorship is subject to UK immigration requirements and candidates may need to meet additional criteria. International applicants should ensure they understand the visa application process and requirements.

Job Summary

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a passionate and forward-thinking Emergency Medicine Consultant to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of emergency care. This is an exceptional opportunity for a clinician who brings more than just clinical excellence – someone with the energy, vision, and leadership to help us become one of the top-performing emergency departments in the country. If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and are committed to delivering outstanding patient care, we want to hear from you.

About Milton Keynes University Hospital

Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a “Good” rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career. As a medium-sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics.

Our Vision

As the population of Milton Keynes and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities. We are proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025, we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre.

Future Developments

Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards – a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards – and the recently approved Women and Children’s Centre, set to open by 2030. These developments present exciting opportunities for medical professionals to grow their careers in a forward-thinking healthcare environment. We are committed to providing our staff with the resources they need to deliver exceptional care.

Main Duties of the Job

The purpose of this post is to provide Emergency services to the population served by Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Applicants with special interests would be supported in developing these within the department. Those with an interest and aptitude for leadership roles within and beyond the department are particularly welcome to apply. Candidates must hold full registration with the General Medical Council and be on the Specialist Register (or within 6 months of obtaining CCT at the time of interview).

Clinical Responsibilities

The successful candidate will provide Emergency services, to receive, diagnose and treat all categories of accident & emergencies as may attend the department. You will arrange for the appropriate transfer of patients to in-patient facilities, outpatient referral or discharge to primary care as indicated. You will participate in an on-call out of hours rota on a one in twelve basis. The Consultant Rota is based on self-rostering with a weekend frequency of one in six weekends.

Teaching and Training

As a Consultant, you will be responsible for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and for contributing to postgraduate and continuing medical education activity. You will have responsibility for the training and supervision of junior medical staff, medical students and other professional staff who work with you and will devote time to this activity on a regular basis. If appropriate, you will be named in the contracts of doctors in training grades as the person responsible for overseeing their training.

Service Development

You will have responsibilities to develop Emergency services and participate in multidisciplinary meetings in relation to these services. You will be required to participate in audit, clinical governance, annual job plan and appraisal. For those that are dual accredited, there may also be an opportunity to maintain skills linked to their other specialty, e.g., ICM, PHEM, Acute Medicine, Paediatrics, which may be included in their core job plan.

Academic Opportunities

Due to close ties between the hospital and the University of Buckingham Medical School, opportunities will also arise to take on roles in the development of our future doctors which include the delivery of lectures and leading clinical blocks. This is a 10PA contract, 7.5PA DCC and 2.5 PA SPA, but options may arise to take on additional clinical PAs. Management and leadership roles may attract additional programmed activities and/or a responsibility allowance.

Essential Qualifications

Applicants must hold a medical degree, FRCEM or equivalent. You will be required to maintain full registration with the General Medical Council and must be on the Specialist Register or be within 6 months of CCT. Additionally, you should have Advanced Life Support (Adult & Paediatric) as well as Advanced Trauma Life Support Provider or equivalent qualifications.

Essential Experience

You must have a minimum of seven years’ postgraduate experience, including higher medical training – five years as a Specialist Registrar/Trainee. Part of this period may be in a post of equivalent responsibility and training potential. Recent experience in Emergency Medicine in the UK is essential for this position.

Desirable Qualifications

While not required, accreditation in education is considered desirable for this role. Other desirable qualifications include being an instructor in ALS, EPLS and/or ATLS, having an interest/qualification in education, or holding other tertiary qualifications including Education. These qualifications would strengthen your application.

Knowledge Requirements

Essential knowledge requirements include knowledge and application of up-to-date evidence-based practice and excellent clinical knowledge in emergency medicine. Desirable knowledge areas include breadth of experience within and outside speciality, and knowledge of clinical leadership and management topics.

Clinical Skills

Essential clinical skills include experience in leading the multi-disciplinary management of Emergency patients and understanding of clinical risk management. These skills are critical for effective leadership in a busy emergency department setting.

Communication Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential. You should demonstrate compassionate communication with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels. Additionally, you must be committed to working in a multi-disciplinary team to improve care for patients and have the ability to appraise and supervise trainees and other staff members.

Leadership Skills

Essential leadership skills include the ability to motivate and develop both medical staff and non-medical staff, a compassionate and inclusive leadership style, and a proven ability to lead by example. Experience in medical leadership and a desire to develop in this area is considered desirable.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please use the “Apply for this job” button which will direct you to the NHS Jobs website. The application process requires you to submit your CV and complete the application form. International applicants should ensure they have all necessary documentation including proof of qualifications, GMC registration (or equivalent), and evidence of right to work in the UK. If you require sponsorship, please indicate this in your application and be prepared to discuss your immigration status with the employer.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.

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. All applicants must be willing to undergo this check if selected for the position.

Contact Information

For questions about the job, please contact Daniel Sedgwick (Consultant in Emergency Medicine) via email at Daniel.Sedgewick@mkuh.nhs.uk. For further information about Milton Keynes University Hospital, please visit our website at https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh. The reference number for this position is 430-MED26-523A.

Application Deadline

The closing date for applications is 22 March 2026. Late applications will not be considered. We encourage interested candidates to apply as early as possible to allow sufficient time for processing your application. Interviews are expected to be scheduled shortly after the application deadline.

Terms and Conditions

Employment is subject to the standard terms and conditions for NHS medical staff. This includes adherence to all hospital policies, clinical governance requirements, and professional standards. The successful candidate will be expected to comply with hospital health and safety policies, Clinical Governance, and other risk management policies.