Consultant in Nephrology Medicine

Job Summary This 8.75 PA consultant nephrologist post supports the clinical and academic programme in chronic kidney disease, community-based care, renal transplantation, and dialysis across North Central London. The role includes inpatient and outpatient care at Royal Free Hospital, Tottenham Kidney and Dialysis Centre, and St Pancras Kidney Care Centre, with a 1:9 nephrology on-call commitment. Key responsibilities include coordinating and performing kidney biopsies, post-transplant care, and haemodialysis, as well as leading the Trust's expanding home haemodialysis programme. The post also involves virtual CKD triage and joint leadership of departmental training and education, with full participation in CPD and educational activities. Main Duties The post manages a dialysis cohort of 50‑60 patients, including weekly clinics and monthly MDTs, and a cohort of transplant patients. Responsibilities also encompass virtual kidney care via e‑Referral and online advice portals, acting as clinical lead for the home haemodialysis programme, coordinating and planning kidney biopsies, and participating in a 1:9 consultant nephrology and transplant on‑call rota at Royal Free Hospital. Additional duties involve supporting improvements in dialysis access pathways, attending weekly X‑ray, renal pathology, and academic meetings, and contributing to infection prevention, antimicrobial stewardship, departmental training, and quality improvement. About Us Immunology Liver transplant and kidney transplant Cancer treatment Plastic surgery ENT surgery Details Date posted: 05 December 2025 Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff Grade: Consultant Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year (pro rata) + London weighting Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full‑time Reference number: 391‑RFL‑7653087 Job locations: Royal Free Hospital, Pond Street, London, NW3 2QG Job Responsibilities Provide care for a dialysis cohort of 50‑60 patients, including weekly clinics and monthly MDTs Manage transplant patients and coordinate post‑transplant care Offer virtual CKD triage and online advice portals Lead the home haemodialysis programme Coordinate and plan kidney biopsies and perform biopsies on an alternate‑week list Participate in a 1:9 consultant nephrology and transplant on‑call rota, including handover, ward rounds, and discharge planning Support improvements in dialysis access pathways and attend weekly clinical meetings Contribute to infection prevention, antimicrobial stewardship, and departmental training as joint education lead Supervise specialty trainees, clinical scientists, junior doctors, medical students, and staff Engage in undergraduate teaching, clinical audit, quality improvement, service development, policy review, CPD, annual appraisal, and revalidation Provide weekend work and out‑of‑hours advice, with routine clinics cancelled during on‑call weeks Person Specification Essential Qualifications/Training CCST/CCT or CESR or equivalent in Renal and General medicine and on the specialist register, or within 6 months of CCT date at the time of interview MRCP or equivalent Full GMC registration Desirable Qualifications MD or PhD Essential Skills & Aptitudes Strong teaching skills and experience Leadership skills Understanding of clinical governance and audit procedures Essential Experience Broad experience in general clinical nephrology and sub‑specialty experience in dialysis and transplantation Training and education of undergraduate and postgraduate students Interest in Home Haemodialysis Competence in performing and supervising kidney biopsies Desirable Experience Interest in vascular access Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information, see the UK Visas and Immigration website. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website. Employer Details Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust Royal Free Hospital Pond Street London NW3 2QG Website: https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Health Care Provider – Hospitals and Health Care #J-18808-Ljbffr