Consultant in Cardiothoracic Anaesthesia

These are permanent posts however locum options 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:

To arrange an informal visit please contact, Ms Amanda Forbes, Service Manager, Heart, Lung & Diagnostics, on or .

Interview date: 27 April 2026

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.