We are seeking applications from enthusiastic and innovative individuals keen to join our existing team of Consultant Physicians in University Hospital Wishaw (UHW). This is a replacement post. The successful candidate for will join the 3 existing Consultants and one specialty doctor in diabetes and endocrinology, providing a comprehensive diabetes and endocrinology service.
The job is offered as a full-time post on a 10 PA basis but applications will be considered from those wishing to work less than full-time. EPA’s may be available for both part-time and full-time positions
The DCC PA’s will consist of diabetes and endocrinology clinics, acute medical receiving and in-patient care. The successful applicant, as well as developing research or education interests, will be encouraged and supported to develop specialty/sub-specialty interests to complement the existing diabetes and endocrinology specialist services.
The diabetes and endocrinology department is supported by 2.6 WTE diabetes specialist nurses (on the Wishaw site), diabetes dietitians, specialist podiatrists and 2 endocrine nurse specialists who work across the three Lanarkshire hospitals.
We have recently expanded our non-medical workforce by employing and training an extended scope (band 80 nurse practitioner in diabetes. We have close links with an excellent team of community diabetes nurse specialists who also run formal clinics where they prescribe and/or advise primary care on prescribing.
The Diabetes and Endocrinology team work closely with our colleagues across the three Lanarkshire sites and have established MDT services which are supported by enthusiastic colleagues in other specialties. These include diabetes technology MDT’s, endocrinology MDT supported the biochemistry department; weekly diabetic foot MDT with input from infectious diseases/OPAT, vascular surgeons and technicians, orthopaedics, podiatry and orthotics; gastroparesis MDT with gastroenterology, dietetic and upper GI surgical colleagues. In addition, we refer patients into and attend regional adrenal and pituitary MDT meetings.
We provide general endocrinology clinics with planned investigations supported by our endocrine nurse specialists and medical day bed unit. There are diabetes subspecialty clinics including young adult diabetes, diabetes transition (in collaboration with paediatric colleagues), diabetic foot, type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes and insulin pump/technology. Wishaw is the Lanarkshire centre for the diabetes obstetric service with two outpatient diabetes-obstetric clinics per week.
The hospital has close affiliations with the Universities of Glasgow, Strathclyde, Edinburgh, Dundee and with the University of West of Scotland. The medical department is committed to undergraduate medical training and postgraduate training of Foundation Doctors, Core and Higher Specialist medical trainees, GP Trainees and Acute Care Common Stem trainees. There is an active post-graduate medical education programme run at UHW throughout the academic year.
The successful candidate will have a commitment to the acute medical receiving rota (approximately 1 in 20). They will also have a commitment to in-patient care supporting the current team of consultants, specialty and trainee doctors on the diabetes and endocrinology ward.
Wishaw is a medium sized town situated in the centre of Lanarkshire. It has excellent transport links and is only 30 minutes travelling time from Glasgow with access to excellent shops and first class theatres, visitor attractions and sporting facilities. Edinburgh is also within easy travelling distance. Both cities have international airports and a host of leisure activities. Wishaw is only 10 minutes from the picturesque Clyde Valley where there are amazing opportunities for those with an interest in outdoor pursuits. There are options for housing in the city, town or countryside. Employment by NHS Lanarkshire gives discounted access to a wide range of sporting facilities
Proposals for additional SPA time from applicants are encouraged. In addition to the 1 PA for Non-DCC/SPA activities, the Board is supportive of applications for additional SPA time from individuals with well-developed ideas for improving services who are able to demonstrate a commitment to quality improvement, patient safety (including human factors training), Medical Education, Research & Development, acting as an Appraiser, etc. Applicants who are able to demonstrate a commitment to any of the above or other areas and wishing to commence on more than 1 PA for SPA duties should discuss proposals with the identified Recruitment Lead and/or Service Manager who will consider the request in line with the successful candidate’s professional and service requirements.
The University of Glasgow enjoys close links with NHS Lanarkshire, and our medical students benefit greatly from the excellent educational opportunities provided by the board in both primary and secondary care. Those who are or who will be involved in teaching our students, or in any other activity which involves a contribution to teaching, research or scholarship within the University are eligible for honorary status at the University of Glasgow.
Honorary Status Role Holders are entitled to numerous benefits including a University of Glasgow ID card, use of the Library and other facilities, and a University IT account as required for their role. They have access to all courses run by the IT Services on the same basis as members of staff and are also permitted an educational discount when PC equipment is purchased through the IT Services.
Informal enquiries regarding the post will be welcomed by or Dr B Adler, Clinical Director on 01698 361100 or Dr D Hill, Lead Clinician for Diabetes and Endocrinology on 01698 366063
For any application queries, please email at [email protected]
Interview Date: 12th August 2026
Please follow the link below should you wish any further information on NHS Lanarkshire Recruitment | NHS Lanarkshire (scot.nhs.uk)
Click here to view: NHS Lanarkshire Recruitment Pack - Consultant Physician with an Interest in Diabetes and Endocrinology
