Consultant in Acute Medicine, Diabetes & Endocrinology

Overview

This is an exciting, new substantive post for a Consultant in Acute Medicine, Diabetes and Endocrinology. The post will support and develop leadership of our expanding clinical service and represents a rare opportunity in the UK to spearhead our leading, highly specialist diabetes and lipid services, built on our strong legacy.

The department provides a comprehensive service for all specialist elements of diabetes and endocrinology, and includes highly distinctive links to paediatrics, maternal medicine, and genetics. We recently moved into a new, purpose-built centre at the south end of the Oxford Road campus. We have excellent access to diagnostic radiology and biochemistry, a multi-purpose specialist day-case unit and in-patient facilities. The Diabetes service has an established national reputation for clinical excellence and leadership in diabetes technology, diabetic foot disease and inpatient diabetes, with close ties to pancreas and islet cell transplantation as well as renal transplantation services.

The Lipid clinic provides a regional tertiary referral service for lipoprotein disorders, genetic dyslipidaemias, lipoprotein apheresis and lipodystrophies.

Please review the job description attached to the advert for full information on the role/duties.

The successful candidate will be expected to continue the development of specialist services, working closely with other consultants within the Acute Medicine, Diabetes and Endocrinology department and help share departmental workload, as well as ensuring the delivery of quality standards in medical care including the key areas of inpatient care.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the “Supporting Documents” heading.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust 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.

For further details / informal visits contact:
Name:
Shazli Azmi

Job title:

Clinical Lead
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