Consultant in Paediatric Critical Care and Transport

Job overview

Permanent | 10 PAs (5 for Paediatric Critical Care and 5 for Embrace Transport)

We are looking for a Consultant in Paediatric Critical Care and Embrace Transport to join our dynamic team. This unique position is split between Sheffield Children’s Hospital Critical Care Unit and the Embrace transport service. You will help manage critical care transfers, offer expert clinical advice, and lead a high-performance transport team.

About You:

• MBBS (or equivalent), MRCPCH (or equivalent higher qualification), and GMC registration.
• On the Specialist Register, or within 6 months of obtaining CCT in Paediatrics.
• Experience leading clinical teams and providing high-quality care in paediatric high dependency settings.
• Expertise in complex clinical decision-making, including remote clinical advice and patient transport.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the care of critically ill children in a collaborative environment. Apply today!

Interviews expected to be held on Friday 13th March 2026.

Main duties of the job

You will report to the Clinical Team Lead, and your responsibilities will include:

• Lead clinical and managerial aspects of the Embrace transport service when on duty.
• Facilitate urgent conference calls for patients requiring high-priority transfer.
• Triage transport requests and determine appropriate team composition.
• Ensure the management and transfer of critically ill patients, including providing consultant-level care when needed.
• Support development of new team members, including supervised transports.
• Contribute to audits, incident reporting, and service management.
• Mentor medical and nursing staff within both Embrace and PCCU settings.
• Participate in critical care activities at Sheffield Children’s Hospital HDU.

• Lead clinical and managerial aspects of the Embrace transport service when on duty.
• Facilitate urgent conference calls for patients requiring high-priority transfer.
• Triage transport requests and determine appropriate team composition.
• Ensure the management and transfer of critically ill patients, including providing consultant-level care when needed.
• Support development of new team members, including supervised transports.
• Contribute to audits, incident reporting, and service management.
• Mentor medical and nursing staff within both Embrace and HDU settings.
• Participate in critical care activities at Sheffield Children’s Hospital PCCU.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.

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