Consultant Anaesthetist with an Interest in General Anaesthesia

Consultant Anaesthetist with an Interest in General Anaesthesia Overview

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is seeking a motivated and skilled Consultant Anaesthetist with a focus on general anaesthesia to join our dedicated team. This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a transformative phase within our Trust, supported by a significant investment aimed at enhancing our hospital services.

As a Consultant Anaesthetist, you will be responsible for providing anaesthesia services across two hospital sites, primarily engaging in general anaesthesia sessions. You will participate in on-call duties, mainly based at The Princess Royal Hospital, with the possibility of future on-calls at both sites. Additionally, you will have the chance to be involved in pre-operative assessment clinics, paediatric anaesthesia, and day case anaesthesia in our newly established elective hub.

Your main duties will include delivering elective theatre sessions, particularly in the colorectal surgery department, which ranks among the largest in the UK. You will also contribute to the Trust’s commitment to enhanced recovery practices and engage in the planning and provision of anaesthetic services for robotic surgeries.

Qualifications and Experience

To be considered for this position, candidates must possess an MBBS, MbCHB, or equivalent medical qualification, along with a Royal College Diploma (e.g., FRCA, MRCP, FRCM). Certification in ALS and APLS, as well as Level 3 Safeguarding Children training completed within the last three years, is essential. Candidates must hold full registration and a license to practice with the GMC and be eligible for the Specialist Register.

Applicants should have a minimum of four years of clinical experience in the NHS, demonstrating the ability to independently manage patient care. Excellent communication skills in English and a compassionate approach to patient interactions are also required.

Benefits

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary ranging from £113,565 to £150,569 per annum, along with a permanent contract and full-time working pattern. The Trust encourages professional development and offers opportunities for specialization in various anaesthesia fields, all within a supportive work environment that values initiative and ambition.

We welcome applications from individuals requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK, and these will be considered alongside all other applications.

Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s

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