Job details
- Job reference: 249826
- Salary: Consultant (£111,430 - £148,064)
- Job closing date: 16/07/2026
- Job Type: Medical and Dental
- Location: Golden Jubilee University National Hospital
- Employment type: Permanent
- Hours Per Week: 40
- Job posted date: 16/07/2026
- Employer (NHS Board): NHS Golden Jubilee
- Department: Cardiothoracic Anaesthesia
Full time Permanent (locum option may be considered)
Applications are invited for a Consultant in Cardiothoracic Anaesthesia to join the existing department providing specialist care for adult Cardiothoracic Surgery in the West of Scotland.
The Golden Jubilee National Hospital is the regional tertiary centre for cardiac surgery, thoracic surgery and complex electrophysiology for the West of Scotland and one of two regional PCI centres. The institution also houses national services such as Adult Congenital (SACCS), Scottish Pulmonary Vascular Unit and the National Advanced Heart Failure Service including Cardiac Transplantation and Mechanical Circulatory Support.
Applicants with advanced training in cardiothoracic anaesthesia will be considered. They should hold full GMC registration and be on the Specialist Register or be eligible for admission to the register within 6 months of the interview date.
For further information regarding the above post please contact
Dr Kenneth McKinlay, Clinical Director, by emailing: Kenneth.McKinlay@gjnh.scot.nhs.uk
To arrange an informal visit please contact, Ms Amanda Forbes, Service Manager, Heart, Lung & Diagnostics, on 0141 951 5389 or Amanda.forbes@gjnh.scot.nhs.uk
NHS Golden Jubilee is open to considering flexible working options for this role.
This vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.
As a disability confident leader we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term health condition covered by the Equality Act 2010 and need support for any stage of the recruitment process please refer to the job pack for more information.
NHS Golden Jubilee encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Job Pack.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Advanced training in Cardiothoracic Anaesthesia
- Training in transoesophageal echocardiography
Desirable
- Completed a minimum of 1 year advanced training in CT
- Accreditation in TOE
- Experience in Cardiac Transplantation and Mechanical Circulatory Support
Qualifications
Essential
- MBCHB or equivalent
- FRCA or equivalent
- On GMC specialist register or eligible for admission to the register within 6 months of the interview date
Desirable
- Higher research degree
Other Requirements
Essential
- Commitment to teaching – undergraduates, post graduate training doctors and other health care professionals
- Demonstrates leadership potential
- Full registration with GMC
Desirable
- Commitment for clinical research / Evidence of completed research
- Evidence of involvement in audit
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English.
- Evidence of excellent communication, MDT/team working skills.
- Understanding of risk management and patient safety initiatives
Desirable
- Experience with clinical IT
- Previous and current active interest in research with evidence of publications
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