Anaesthetist: Anaesthesia General (Consultant)

ProMedical Personnel Ltd; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ProMedical is seeking an experienced Anaesthetics Consultant for a busy NHS service in the West Midlands, UK. This is a long-term locum contract with a Monday to Friday, full-day pattern, offering stability within a dedicated Anaesthetics department.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams, delivering perioperative care and safe anaesthetic services across the hospital, while maintaining high standards and robust documentation.

Qualifications

• Active GMC registration with a licence to practise.
• Eligibility to work at Consultant level within Anaesthesia.
• Recent UK NHS experience in Anaesthetics.
• Strong clinical judgement, communication skills, and professionalism.
• Ability to work effectively within established multidisciplinary teams.
• Valid Right to Work in the UK (visa sponsorship not offered).
• Ability to commit to a long-term placement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality anaesthetic care in line with NHS standards and best practice.
• Support elective and emergency theatre activity as required by the service.
• Work collaboratively with surgeons, theatre staff, recovery teams, and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Assess, manage, and monitor patients throughout the perioperative pathway.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Contribute to safe, efficient service delivery within the Anaesthetics department.
• Escalate clinical concerns appropriately and support patient safety initiatives.

Skills

GMC registration

Consultant eligibility

NHS anaesthesia experience

Clinical judgement

Communication skills

Teamwork

Right to work in UK

Long-term placement readiness

Job description

About ProMedical

At ProMedical, people come first. Since 2007, we have supported NHS and independent healthcare providers across the UK with high-quality, compliant workforce solutions.

As a framework-approved supplier to organisations including NHS Workforce Alliance and HealthTrust Europe, we deliver reliable staffing support across a wide range of clinical settings. Our work is underpinned by strong clinical governance, ethical practice, and a commitment to excellence in patient care.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking an experienced Anaesthetics Consultant to support a busy NHS service in the West Midlands.

This opportunity offers a long-term locum contract with a consistent Monday to Friday, full-day working pattern, making it ideal for candidates seeking stability and continuity within a well-established Anaesthetics department.

You will be working alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams, supporting perioperative care and the delivery of safe, effective anaesthetic services across the hospital.

Key Details

• Pay: Negotiable
• Location: West Midlands
• Setting: NHS Hospital
• Contract Type: Temporary Locum
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 21 October 2026 – 9 April 2027
• Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, Full Day Cover
• Pay Method: PAYE
• Commitment: Minimum 6-month commitment preferred

What You'll Be Doing

• Deliver high-quality anaesthetic care in line with NHS standards and best practice
• Support elective and emergency theatre activity as required by the service
• Work collaboratively with surgeons, theatre staff, recovery teams, and the wider multidisciplinary team
• Assess, manage, and monitor patients throughout the perioperative pathway
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Contribute to safe, efficient service delivery within the Anaesthetics department
• Escalate clinical concerns appropriately and support patient safety initiatives

What We’re Looking For

• Active GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Eligibility to work at Consultant level within Anaesthesia
• Recent UK NHS experience in Anaesthetics
• Strong clinical judgement, communication skills, and professionalism
• Ability to work effectively within established multidisciplinary teams
• Valid Right to Work in the UK (please note we do not offer visa sponsorship)
• Ability to commit to a long-term placement

Important Information

• Recent UK NHS experience is essential
• Previous applicants need not apply
• Successful candidates will be required to confirm there is nothing further within their personal or professional background they wish to disclose prior to appointment

Why Work with ProMedical

Working with ProMedical gives you access to reliable, well-structured opportunities across NHS and independent healthcare settings, supported by a team that understands both clinical delivery and candidate needs.

We focus on making the process straightforward and consistent, from onboarding through to placement, with dedicated support at every stage.

Trusted by healthcare professionals nationwide, we hold a 4.5 Google rating, reflecting our commitment to reliability, transparency, and candidate experience.