University Hospital of North Midlands NHS TrustLocum Consultant Cardiothoracic AnaesthetistThe closing date is 23 July 2026Job summaryThe Cardiothoracic Unit is a hard working and cohesive group of clinical professionals providing high quality care for the people of Staffordshire and surrounding areas.
Main duties of the jobA unique and exciting opportunity an experienced and proactive Cardiothoracic Anaesthetist at the UHNM Heart Centre (incorporating Thoracic Surgery). UHNM Cardiothoracic Surgery serves both local and regional patients, providing the highest standards of anaesthetic care for leading edge procedures, including Complex aorto-vascular work, Mitral Clip, Minimal Invasive Cardiac Bypass Surgery and TAVI. The successful applicant will join a team of 10 Cardiothoracic Anaesthetists, working within the integrated cardiac services, which includes: Cardiothoracic Critical Care, Cardiothoracic Surgery, and a comprehensive Cardiology Department. The service is continuing to expand and the ideal candidate will be focused on providing the highest possible standard of patient care and contributing to service growth, development and innovation.
About usWe have three theatres providing support for two cardiac and one thoracic list each day. There are approximately 750 cardiac cases and 700 thoracic cases performed each year. To facilitate post-operative care, we have a dedicated 16 bed Cardiothoracic ITU staffed by speciality trained nursing staff and health care professionals. Currently we have 5 Cardiac surgeons and 4 Thoracic surgeons, who have support from junior and experienced doctors in training.
The very busy Cardiology department has three intervention suites which support a wide range of activities. The Cardiothoracic Anaesthetists support a very active TAVI program as well as ASD and PFO closures, Mitral Clips and Atrial Appendage closure devices. We have a very busy EPS service with pacing and defib devices and ablation processes for AF including PVI.
DetailsDate posted: 25 June 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £113,565 to £150,569 a year
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 6 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 205-7977390
Job locations: University Hospitals North Midlands, Newcastle Road, Stoke on Trent, ST4 6QG, United Kingdom
Person SpecificationQualifications- FRCA or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration
Desirable- Other higher degree (PhD, Masters)
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry via CCT within 6 months of date of the AAC / CESR
Clinical Experience & TrainingEssential- Experience working as a Fellow or an Advanced Trainee in CT Anaesthesia
- Independent TOE skills
Desirable- TOE certification
- Postgraduate qualification in medical education
- Experience of undergraduate teaching and supervision
- Experience of clinical supervision and mentorship
Professional and Multidisciplinary Team WorkingEssentialDesirable- Peer reviewed publications
- Evidence of continuing research
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 (Opens in a new tab).
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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer name: University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust
Address: University Hospitals North Midlands, Newcastle Road, Stoke on Trent, ST4 6QG, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:Clinical Lead
Dr Fayaz Khazi
mohammed-fayaz.khazi@uhnm.nhs.uk
01782679244
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.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. 
