Consultant Anaesthetist

Consultant Anaesthetist Overview

We are seeking applications for a full-time Consultant Anaesthetist position at Ipswich Hospital, part of the East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust (ESNEFT). This role has been created as we expand our permanent workforce and welcome new colleagues following retirements. Our department is known for its supportive environment, and we are eager to find candidates who can contribute their unique skills and interests.

We are particularly interested in candidates with a strong focus on areas such as perioperative medicine, anaesthesia for general and urological surgery (including robotics), spinal surgery anaesthesia, and obstetric anaesthesia. We aim to create adaptable job plans that align with the interests and needs of our new hires.

Main Duties:

• Provide clinical care in general anaesthesia, including specialist clinics and outpatient services.
• Conduct operations in line with specialty requirements.
• Engage in teaching and training of junior medical staff and undergraduate students.
• Participate in clinical governance and administrative tasks as agreed.
• Care for inpatients and outpatients as necessary.

About Us:

At ESNEFT, we deliver hospital and community health services to nearly one million residents across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our dedicated team operates from acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, surgeries, clinics, and patients’ homes. We are one of the largest NHS organizations in England, employing over 12,000 staff members and are committed to supporting our workforce.

We offer extensive training and development opportunities, and flexible working arrangements will be considered in line with service requirements. Our benefits include a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days of annual leave on commencement (pro rata), and access to various NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing program provides a range of services to support our employees.

If you are passionate about patient care and eager to enhance your skills and knowledge, we encourage you to apply. For more information about living and working in our area, please visit this link.

Person Specification:

Essential Qualifications:

• Must be on the GMC Specialist Register in Anaesthesia or eligible for entry within six months of the interview.
• Hold an FRCA or equivalent qualification.
• Demonstrate a special interest in areas such as perioperative medicine, anaesthesia for major general surgery, obstetric anaesthesia, or orthopaedic anaesthesia.
• Experience working within the NHS and understanding of medical education processes.
• Commitment to continuing professional development (CPD) and knowledge of NHS management structures.
• Possess a full driving license and regular access to a car.
• Willingness to undertake training to become an educational or clinical supervisor if not already qualified.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Current ALS and EPLS or APLS certification.
• Experience as a faculty member on simulation or resuscitation courses.
• Evidence of management training or qualifications.
• Successful quality improvement work presented at regional or national levels.

This position is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Applications from individuals requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s

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