Consultant in Acute Medicine with certificate of sponsorship to the UK
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Verify with employer even though sponsorship is offered. This position has a certificate of sponsorship available for international candidates, but applicants must confirm their specific visa eligibility requirements directly with the employer.
Job Details
Company: Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Royal Preston Hospital, Sharoe Green Lane, Preston, PR2 9HT, United Kingdom
Salary: £113,565 to £150,569 per annum
Schedule: Full-time
Employment Type: Permanent
Language: English
Education: Experience
Experience: Qualifications
About the Role
Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Acute services are looking for forward-thinking and dynamic individuals to join their established Consultant team. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified medical professionals seeking to advance their careers within a supportive NHS environment. The successful candidate will be joining an expanding Acute Medical Team and will be responsible for delivering high-quality 7-day medical consultant cover, which includes out of hours work.
The Acute medical team provides excellent care across multiple areas including the Acute Medical Unit, Acute Assessment Unit, Same Day Emergency Care Unit, and Virtual Wards. Supported by doctors in training and a skilled nursing team, the department is committed to providing high standards of care and continuous improvement of medical services within the Trust.
Main Duties
The Acute medical team provides a seven-day service across both Royal Preston hospital and Chorley hospital. The post holder will:
- Provide direct input into the care of patients referred to Acute Medicine from all sources including GPs and Emergency Departments
- Ensure there is a real emphasis on maximal ambulatory management to reduce time spent by individual patients in acute beds
- Contribute to multidisciplinary teams and lead the co-ordination of patient care
- Teach, train and supervise medical students and postgraduate doctors in training
- Assume continuous commitment for the care of patients and help ensure adequate arrangements are made for leave and off-duty periods
- Promote high professional standards of clinical care for patients, both through direct patient care and by maintaining continuing professional development
- Develop close links with General Practitioners, other primary care colleagues and community services operating in the region
The post holder would be expected to work on the acute medical units (AMUs) across both sites, same-day emergency care (SDEC) and the acute assessment unit (AAU) at Royal Preston hospital.
About Our Department
The department of Acute Medicine at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (LTHTR) currently comprises a medical admissions unit (MAU or ward 19) at Royal Preston Hospital, and one at Chorley & South Ribble Hospital (MAU-CDH). At Preston, we also have SDEC – Same Day Emergency Unit and Acute assessment unit plus an Acute Frailty Unit. In summer 2024, there are plans to open a new 42-bedded AMU at the Preston site.
Acute Medicine now benefits from in-reach services from many specialties including Nephrology, Neurology, Palliative Care, Cardiology, Respiratory, Acute Oncology and Elderly Care. With a team of dedicated consultants, trainee doctors, Advanced clinical practitioners, nurse practitioners, nurses, pharmacists, and allied health professionals, we are proud of our commitment to provide high quality care to the patients admitted with acute medical conditions.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
- Full GMC Registration
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCP
- CCT in Acute Medicine – Must be entered on the Specialist Register (or entry within 6 months)
Desirable Qualifications
- Specialty certificate examination in Acute Medicine (MRCP Acute Medicine)
Essential Experience
- Wide experience in Acute Medicine and General Medicine
- Experience in an Acute Medicine Unit/SDEC
- Experience in medical education
Desirable Experience
- Trained Clinical & Educational Supervisor
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. This NHS Trust is licensed to issue certificates of sponsorship for eligible international candidates.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website for overseas health professionals.
What We Offer
The successful candidate will share our organisation’s aim to provide excellent clinical care with compassion. Our passionate staff members work in partnership with patients and their families to deliver timely, safe and effective care in a friendly environment. We offer:
- A competitive salary package ranging from £113,565 to £150,569 per annum
- Work-life balance initiatives
How to Apply
Apply Instructions: Apply via NHS Jobs website.
For international applicants requiring sponsorship:
- Verify your eligibility for a Skilled Worker visa with the employer
- Prepare all required documentation including proof of qualifications
- Ensure you have criminal record certificates from countries where you’ve resided
- Contact Phil Strange at Phillip.Strange@lthtr.nhs.uk to discuss your specific situation
Contact Information
For questions about the job:
Phil Strange (Speciality Business Manager)
Email: Phillip.Strange@lthtr.nhs.uk
Phone: 07927132004
Supporting Documents
The following supporting documents are available:
- 438-CA796B JDPS.docx (Job Description and Person Specification)
- What we can offer you (PDF)
- Creating your best application guide (PDF)
Employer Details
Employer Name: Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Royal Preston Hospital, Sharoe Green Lane, Preston, PR2 9HT, United Kingdom
Employer Website: https://www.lancsteachinghospitals.nhs.uk/
Application Deadline
The closing date is 15 June 2026. Early applications are encouraged as this vacancy may be filled before the closing date.
Additional Information
Informal enquiries and requests to visit the Hospitals are welcome and should be made, following shortlisting, with Dr Geraldine Skailes, Medical Director and Silas Nicholls, Chief Executive (01772) 522692.
Please refer to the attached Job description, Person specification and Specialty/ Trust Brochure for further details on What we can offer, Job Plan/On-call Requirements and The Team.
Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.