Consultant in Acute Medicine with certificate of sponsorship to the UK
Visa Note
Although this position offers a Certificate of Sponsorship for eligible candidates, applicants must verify their specific visa eligibility requirements directly with the employer. The availability of sponsorship does not guarantee visa approval, and candidates should confirm all immigration requirements before applying.
Job Details
Company: Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Road, Gloucester, GL1 3NN
Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 per annum
Schedule: Full-time
Employment Type: Permanent
Language: English
Education: Clinical Experience
Experience: Qualifications
Application Deadline: 15 April 2026
Reference Number: 318-26-CONSACUTEMED
Employer Website: https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/
Certificate of Sponsorship: Available for eligible candidates
Job Summary
We invite applications for a new post to help expand our Acute Medical services in Gloucestershire. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified physicians to join our growing team. Applicants qualified as Acute Physicians will be welcomed, as will those from organ-based specialties with the possibility of a blended job-plan in liaison with the relevant specialty lead.
About the Role
The department currently comprises 12 substantive physicians and 2 long-term locums (approximately 14 WTE) and is expanding to cover an enhanced service. We welcome applicants wishing to work fewer than 10 PAs per week, as our department offers significant flexibility.
Main Duties
As a Consultant in Acute Medicine, you will undertake consultant reviews of patients seen on the General Medical Take. You will provide ongoing care of patients in the Acute Medical Unit (AMU) with daily review and lead care of patients presenting through SDEC.
Responsibilities Include
You will liaise with local GPs and other community practitioners to direct patients to the most appropriate access point first time. The role involves supervising medical trainees at every level of training (from medical student through to ST7), leading the Acute Medical Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) daily, and contributing to the development of Acute Medical services in the region.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
Full GMC registration, MBBS or equivalent qualification, and entry on the Specialist Register for Acute Medicine and/or Internal Medicine (or entry expected within 6 months).
Desirable Qualifications
Additional degrees, diplomas or postgraduate thesis relevant to the specialty, and/or Intermediate or CCT Level Training in Intensive Care.
Essential Experience
Clinical training and experience in Acute Internal Medicine equivalent to that required for a UK CCT. Full GMC registration is mandatory.
Desirable Experience
A dedicated period of training working on an Acute Medical Unit, including leadership and organisation of such units. Experience with rapid focused ultrasound (U/S) and training in a relevant sub-specialty would be advantageous.
Personal Skills
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team, initiative, enthusiasm, capacity to work under stress, flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances, honesty, reliability, an enquiring and critical approach to work, and a caring attitude toward patients.
About the Employer
Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the largest employer in the county and, with over 8,000 staff, one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK. Our Medical Division includes cardiology (interventional and non-interventional), respiratory medicine, geriatrics/frailty, gastroenterology, nephrology, neurology, diabetes & endocrinology, dermatology, and rheumatology.
Specialist Services
The trust runs a centre of excellence for oncology/haematology and cancer surgery (upper and lower GI; urology; gynaecology and breast surgery) at Cheltenham General Hospital. This provides exceptional support for our Acute Medical service with daily inreach from main medical specialties and ad hoc review from others following referral.
Management Responsibilities
The role includes evidence of participation in Audit and Clinical Governance Programmes, ability to manage and lead a clinical team, manage risk, manage change, deal with complaints, maintain commitment to CPD/CME, participate in appraisal, demonstrate experience in audit & clinical governance, and show working knowledge of evidence-based practice.
Research and Teaching
Applicants should demonstrate ability to appraise research critically and apply research outcomes to clinical and organisational problems, supervise junior staff undertaking research projects, and teach clinical and generic skills. Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems is essential, while publications in peer-reviewed journals are desirable.
Technology Skills
Essential IT skills include word processing and literature searching. Understanding of clinical information management systems is desirable. All applicants must be proficient with standard medical software and documentation systems.
Motivation and Attitude
We seek candidates with a commitment to delivering and leading high-quality care and innovation, both personally and within departments and systems. A willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional, and national levels is desirable.
Certificate of Sponsorship Information
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 have been required to present a criminal record certificate from each country where they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Successful candidates will be required to undergo this check.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please visit the NHS Jobs website and follow the application process. Ensure you include all relevant documentation demonstrating your qualifications and experience. International applicants should verify their eligibility for sponsorship and ensure they have current GMC registration or the ability to obtain it.
Application Checklist for International Applicants
1. Verify your visa eligibility with the employer before applying
2. Ensure you have or can obtain GMC registration
3. Prepare documentation showing equivalent qualifications to UK CCT
4. Include evidence of any relevant criminal record checks
5. Prepare a comprehensive CV and covering letter
6. Contact Dr Andiran Anduvan at andiran.anduvan1@nhs.net or 03004228406 with any questions
Further Information
For additional information about this position or the application process, please contact the Clinical Lead for Acute Medicine, Dr Andiran Anduvan, via email at andiran.anduvan1@nhs.net or by phone at 03004228406. You can also find more information about Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust on their website at https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/.