Locum Consultant Plastic Surgeon - Manchester

Posting date:	04 February 2026
Salary:	£120 to £130 per hour
Additional salary information:	dependant on experience
Hours:	Part time
Closing date:	06 March 2026
Location:	Manchester, Greater Manchester, M23 9LT
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Medacs Healthcare
Job type:	Temporary
Job reference:	PlasCon/DA/HQ033KYZ_1770221991

Summary

** For more info please contact Dani Adams on 0161 507 7267 / 07899076256 / dani.adams@medacs.com **

Locum Consultant in Plastic Surgery - UK-Wide Opportunities | Medacs Healthcare

Job Title: Locum Consultant in Plastic Surgery

Location: Greater Manchester, UK

Rate: £120-£130ph PAYE only

Contract Type: Locum (short-term and long-term assignments available)

Start Date: ASAP. Adhoc dates required across 3 sites. Rota available on request.

To undertake typical plastic surgery local anaesthetic skin work as well as outpatient clinics for skin lesions. These will be undertaken in a "plastic surgery" setting (i.e. fully staffed operating theatre setup, or at least minor ops theatre, rather than dermatology procedure room).

There may be some requirement for grafts and local flaps. The case mix will be predominantly BCC with some low complexity melanoma or SCC. There will be access to local and specialist skin cancer MDTs and colleagues to discuss cases with and have peer support from.

Patient numbers:

• Half day clinic approx. 12-13 patients
• Half day theatre list approx. 4-6 patients depending on complexity

Make a Real Difference in Plastic Surgery - On Your Terms

Are you a skilled Consultant in Plastic Surgery seeking flexibility, variety, and rewarding clinical experiences? At Medacs Healthcare, we're proud to support the NHS with expert consultants across the UK. We're currently recruiting for locum Consultant roles in Plastic Surgery with UK-wide opportunities tailored to your availability and preferences.

Why Work Locum with Medacs Healthcare?

• Priority Access to Locum Shifts - Get exclusive early access to locum roles across the UK.
• Shifts That Work for You - Flexible long-term or short-term assignments to match your lifestyle and career goals
• NHS-Approved Framework Agency - As a trusted Tier 1 supplier to over 150 NHS Trusts, we offer consistent, high-quality opportunities.
• Dedicated Recruitment Consultant - Receive one-to-one support from a specialist who understands your clinical area and career goals.
• Streamlined Registration & Fast Onboarding - Our expert compliance team helps you get fully registered and ready to work quickly and efficiently.
• Free Wellbeing Support - Benefit from free mental health and wellbeing support, including webinars by The Joyful Doctor (with CPD points)
• GMC Revalidation & Appraisal Support - We're a Designated Body and provide full support with your annual appraisals.
• Lucrative Referral Scheme - Earn generous bonuses for every successful referral you make.
• 24/7/365 Support - Our team is available around the clock - whenever you need us.

About the Role

As a locum Consultant in Plastic Surgery, you'll provide expert care and contribute to the delivery of high-quality services.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist assessment and surgical management of patients requiring plastic, reconstructive, or hand surgery.
• Lead operative procedures across trauma, elective, and emergency plastic surgery lists.
• Deliver expert inpatient and outpatient care, including ward rounds, clinics, and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Offer clinical leadership to junior doctors, nursing teams, and theatre staff.
• Ensure safe, timely decision‑making for complex reconstructive cases.
• Maintain accurate documentation and uphold high standards of clinical governance.
• Support teaching and supervision of registrars, core trainees, and medical students.
• Engage in quality improvement, audits, and review of clinical outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
• Follow local trust policies and adhere to GMC and specialty standards.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree
• Previous NHS experience
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
• A current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check or PVG check - or a willingness to undergo one as part of the registration process
• UK Right to Work
• Strong communication and teamworking skills

Desirable:

• CCT in Plastic Surgery (or within 6 months of achieving it)

Locations Available

We're recruiting for locum roles across the UK, including:

• Greater London
• Midlands
• North West & North East England
• South East & South West England
• Scotland
• Wales

Let us know your preferred region and availability, and we'll match you with the right opportunity.

Apply Today

Take control of your plastic surgery career with flexible locum opportunities through a trusted partner in healthcare staffing. Submit your CV below.

** For more info please contact Dani Adams on 0161 507 7267 / 07899076256 / dani.adams@medacs.com **