Visa Note
While this employer offers a Certificate of Sponsorship for eligible candidates, all applicants must verify their visa and work permit eligibility directly with the employer before applying. Immigration requirements can change, and final approval is subject to UK Visas and Immigration regulations.
Job Overview
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is seeking experienced Consultant Acute Physicians to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified medical professionals to develop their career within the UK’s National Health Service (NHS). The Trust is offering a Certificate of Sponsorship for eligible international candidates.
Company Information
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH) is the main provider of acute hospital services for around half a million people in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and mid Wales. The Trust encompasses some of the most picturesque parts of England and Wales, with a catchment stretching from the Cambrian Mountains in the west to Newport and the fringes of the Black Country in the east.
Location Details
The position is based at Princess Royal Hospital, located in Telford, Shropshire. The address is Princess Royal Hospital, Telford, TF1 6TF. The Trust operates across both Princess Royal Hospital and the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital sites, providing opportunities to work in diverse clinical settings.
Salary and Benefits
The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £109,725 to £145,478 per annum, plus other benefits associated with NHS consultant contracts. This salary is based on the Hospital Medical and Dental Staff (HMDS) pay scale and reflects the seniority and responsibility of the role.
Contract Details
This is a permanent position, offering job security and stability for international medical professionals relocating to the UK. The contract includes all standard NHS employment terms and conditions, including access to the NHS Pension Scheme and other employee benefits.
Working Pattern
The role is offered on a full-time basis, typically 10 programmed activities (PA) per week. The Trust is flexible regarding professional interests and is open to negotiations on individual job plans, including opportunities for hybrid posts combining Acute Internal Medicine and General Internal Medicine training.
Contact Information
For questions about the job, please contact Dr Nawaid Ahmad, Clinical Director, via email at [email protected]. Please note that a phone number is not provided, so email is the preferred method of initial contact.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted through the NHS Jobs website. The closing date for applications is 18 October 2025. International applicants should ensure they allow sufficient time for visa processing applications, as this may take several months.
Essential Qualifications
Applicants must hold a full MBBS, MBChB or equivalent medical qualification and have full registration and a licence to practice with the General Medical Council (GMC). Additionally, candidates must hold MRCP or equivalent qualifications and have evidence of a PhD or higher-level education.
Entry Criteria
Candidates must be on the GMC Specialist Register via one of the following: Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) with proposed CCT date within 6 months of interview, Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR), or European Community Rights. Candidates should also have broad exposure to medical diseases and their comprehensive management.
Essential Experience
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing acute medical admissions, including supervising junior teams, leading medical handovers, and ensuring timely assessment of patients. Experience in Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) environments and cross-specialty collaboration is also essential.
Job Responsibilities
The role involves managing acute medical takes, supervising medical admissions, leading and supporting daily medical handovers, and ensuring timely assessment and treatment of patients. The consultant will provide advice and reviews when requested by medical and nursing staff, engage in discussions with subspecialties, and facilitate patient flow from emergency departments.
About the Employer
SaTH is a major teaching trust with a strong commitment to medical education and research. The Trust has invested significantly in its facilities and services, offering excellent career development opportunities for medical professionals. The Trust is also keen to support colleagues’ professional clinical areas of interest and is open to negotiations on individual job plans.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, visit the NHS Jobs website and reference job number 223-MC2231. International applicants should ensure they include all necessary documentation to prove their qualifications and eligibility for GMC registration. The Trust encourages applications from candidates with Acute Internal Medicine training and/or GIM training wishing to do hybrid posts.
Visa Information
The Trust is willing to sponsor eligible candidates through the UK’s Skilled Worker visa route. Applicants requiring sponsorship should indicate this on their application. Please note that from 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants must present criminal record certificates from any country where they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years.
Certificate of Sponsorship Details
The Trust will provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) to successful candidates who require it. This is a mandatory requirement for most international doctors to work in the UK. The CoS allows the applicant to apply for entry clearance or permission to stay in the UK as a Skilled Worker.
UK Registration Requirements
All applicants must have current UK professional registration with the GMC. For further information on the registration process for overseas-qualified doctors, please visit the NHS Careers website. The Trust will support overseas doctors with the registration process where possible.
Criminal Records Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to check for previous criminal convictions. All applicants must be willing to undergo this check as part of the pre-employment process.
Additional Information
The Trust is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. The Trust has received various accreditations including Age Positive, Disability Confident Committed, and Stonewall.
Employer Website
For more information about the Trust, its services, and the working environment, please visit the employer’s website at http://www.sath.nhs.uk/. The website provides detailed information about both hospital sites, current services, and future developments.
Application Deadline
The closing date for applications is 18 October 2025. Early applications are encouraged as this will allow sufficient time for processing, including potential visa sponsorship applications. International candidates should apply as early as possible to account for the additional processing time required for visa applications.
