Overview
This is an exciting time for a consultant in intensive care to join a growing department in a hospital into which emergency services are being centralised. The post holder will complement and develop existing services through the provision of specialist knowledge and expertise in intensive care medicine. The post holder is required to have full registration with the General Medical Council and a valid licence to practise and be on the specialist register for intensive care medicine or be within 6 months of CCT or equivalent at the time of interview.
Job responsibilities
* Leading the care of critically unwell patients in the intensive care unit.
* Formulating management plans, updating relatives, performing and supervising practical procedures.
* Assessment of patients referred to the intensive care unit from the ward, ED or operating theatre and decision making regarding appropriateness of intensive care admission.
* Airway management of all adult patients in the hospital outside the operating theatre.
* Supervision and training of trainee doctors, clinical fellows and specialty doctors.
* Contribution to the running and management of the intensive care unit so that the highest possible quality of care is delivered to patients.
About Us
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives. We are committed to delivering high standards of care and working with local authorities and key partners. We value care, appreciate and inspire, and offer purpose, flexibility, competitive benefits, generous annual leave, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing.
Details
Date posted: 13 August 2025
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 per year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 236-OCO-CON-ICU-25-A
Job locations: The Royal Oldham Hospital, Rochdale Road, Oldham, OL1 2JH
Job Description and Person Specification
Job responsibilities: To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website.
Qualifications
Essential
* Full registration with the General Medical Council with a valid license to practise
* FFICM, EDIC or equivalent
* Inclusion on the specialist register / Admission to the register within 6 months of interview (single, dual or joint CCT in Intensive Care Medicine or equivalent)
* Primary medical degree
Desirable
* Evidence of Accredited Clinical & Educational Supervision of Medical Learners
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
* Wide experience in Intensive Care Medicine
* Broad experience in the management of all aspects of Intensive Care Medicine
* Good understanding of Clinical Governance
* Evidence of audit work and where this has brought about change
Desirable
* Research Skills: Publication of research articles, demonstrating understanding of research methodology
* Skills in critical care echocardiography and ultrasound
* Evidence of peer reviewed papers and other publications
Skills & Abilities
Essential
* Proven ability to build and maintain effective teams
* Positive attitude towards members of the wider healthcare team
* Good organisational and leadership skills
* Development and management of change
* Ability to manage risk and end of life decisions
* Understanding of management in the context of the Health Service
Desirable
* Ability to manage and lead change internally and within a multi-agency setting
* Attendance at management course
Disclosure and sponsorship
* This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and will require submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
* Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
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