University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Title: Consultant in Acute and General Medicine
Start Date: October 2026
Contract Type: Permanent

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

This is a replacement post for a colleague who has left the Trust and will enable the Acute Medical Team to continue the current level of service. The department currently employs 13 consultants in Acute Medicine, providing a hands-on consultant service on the Acute Medical Unit between 8am and 9pm.

Please see the Consultant Brochure which provides further information.

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.  

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. 

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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To provide an acute service based at the general hospital, part of Division B.  There is a focus on working with the health economy to prevent admissions, reduce length of stay and manage discharge.  There is a close working relationship with the Emergency Department to implement changes to support patient flow.  

This will enable the ongoing review of patients admitted as emergencies during the day and the provision of an evening post-take ward round.  

For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for. It outlines the essential criteria for the role and is designed to support you in preparing your application by helping you evaluate how your skills, experience, and professional background align with the requirements of the role.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
 
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.  
 
Proposed interview date: TBC

This vacancy closes on or before 4th August 2026