Job summary
This is a 12 month fixed-term post. The appointee would be based in cardiothoracic transplantation and organ retrieval service for 12 months and cardiothoracic surgery depending on the needs of department and trainee. The role will combine working alongside and supporting consultant transplant surgeons within theatre with organ transplants and with the organ retrieval teams providing an on-call service on a full shift basis on a EWTD compliant rota.

This post is suitable for individuals seeking a period of higher training in transplant and organ retrieval to hone their skills. Candidates will also get adult cardiothoracic surgery experience and exposure to CABG, Valve procedures and complex multi-valve surgeries and mechanical circulatory support.

Main duties of the job
The main duties of the post are to provide cardiac and thoracic organ retrieval cover after full training. This is a 1:5 rota with prospective cover, this rota is a non resident rota.

The postholder will also be required to join the transplant rota to cover the CTCCU and transplant ward.

About us
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-speciality 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.

Person Specification
Qualifications

• Essential: Holds acceptable primary medical qualification
• Essential: At least 3 years of full-time equivalent postgraduate training in Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Essential: Competence in managing cardiothoracic emergencies
• Essential: An appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
• Essential: A commitment to personal CPD
• Desirable: Awards/distinctions whilst studying for 1st degree
• Desirable: Logbook
• Desirable: Valid Life Support Course (ACLS, ALS, ATLS, APLS or similar)
• Desirable: Involvement in Research & Publication

Clinical Experience

• Essential: Evidence of GIM clinical competencies, including the management of medical emergencies
• Essential: Evidence of clinical competencies in sternotomy, cannulation for initiation of cardio-pulmonary bypass, bronchoscopy skills.
• Essential: Engaged in medical practice for 3 out of last 5 years including the most recent 12 months
• Essential: Not previously been turned down for sponsorship by an GMC approved sponsor

Skills and Abilities

• Essential: Ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and other people within a team
• Essential: Ability to work as a team with professional colleagues in all disciplines
• Essential: Self-awareness, with knowledge of personal strengths and weaknesses, impact and areas for development
• Essential: Interest in and knowledge of the importance of leadership and management for clinicians
• Essential: English Language Skills: Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, demonstrated by IELTS overall score of 7.5
• Desirable: Presentations at regional, national or international meetings

Audit and Research Experience

• Desirable: Participation in audit and quality improvement
• Desirable: Research experience

Details
Date posted: 05 November 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: £76,582 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 349-WTWA-8408821C-RL4
Job locations: Transplant Outpatients, Wythenshawe Hospital, Southmoor Road, Manchester, M23 9LT, United Kingdom

Application
The closing date is 12 November 2026. Apply through our website.

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce. 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.