Clinical Fellow with an interest in regional anaesthesia

Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Chester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Fellow with a passion for regional anaesthesia. This full-time, fixed-term position offers the opportunity to enhance anaesthetic care quality while working alongside a dedicated anaesthetic team. The role includes a 48-hour workweek with on-call responsibilities, providing a rich learning environment in a district general hospital. The successful candidate will engage in various anaesthetic experiences, including obstetrics and critical care. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to advance their skills in a supportive and collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• GMC registration is essential for this role.
• Experience in anaesthesia and NHS is required.

Responsibilities

• Integrate with the anaesthetic team to provide comprehensive services.
• Participate in emergency theatre and intensive care management.

Skills

Teamwork and interpersonal skills

Good verbal and written communication skills

Teaching and training ability

Experience with obstetric anaesthetic competencies

Experience in intensive care

Education

GMC registration with a licence to practice

Experience working within the NHS

HAS IAC in anaesthesia

Primary FRCA or international equivalent

Job description

Clinical Fellow with an interest in regional anaesthesia

Employer: Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Location: Chester, United Kingdom

Salary: Competitive

Closing date: 2 May 2025

Job overview

The successful candidate will be a full appointment in anaesthesia on a fixed-term 12-month post. This role aims to enhance the quality of anaesthetic care and involves integrating with the existing anaesthetic team to provide comprehensive services. Opportunities include expanding experience in regional anaesthesia, vascular anaesthesia, obstetrics, and critical care within a district general hospital setting.

Main duties

The main responsibilities are detailed in the job description. The role involves a 48-hour workweek, including a 1:8 full shift on-call rota covering emergency theatre, intensive care airway management, or maternity services.

About us

The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust serves West Cheshire and Welsh patients, collaborating within the Cheshire and Merseyside Health and Care Partnership. It operates across three locations: the Countess of Chester Hospital, Ellesmere Port Hospital, and Tarporley War Memorial Hospital, employing over 6,258 staff to provide a wide range of services to a population of approximately 407,000 residents.

Job description

Responsibilities

See detailed Job Description. Recruitment is based on competence and values. Applicants must pay for their DBS check, with costs deducted over the first three months. Enrolment in the DBS Update Service is encouraged for a small annual fee.

Additional notes

Applicants are advised to apply early as the vacancy may close prior to the deadline if sufficient applications are received. Good luck with your application.

Person Specification

Essential qualifications:

• GMC registration with a licence to practice
• Experience working within the NHS
• HAS IAC in anaesthesia

Desirable qualifications:

• Primary FRCA, full FRCA, or international equivalent

Knowledge & Experience:

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Attendance at educational meetings and CPD achievement
• Participation in audit or research

Skills & Abilities:

• Teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Teaching and training ability (desirable)
• Experience with obstetric anaesthetic competencies and intensive care (desirable)

Additional requirements

This post is subject to DBS checks and requires UK professional registration. Applications from those needing sponsorship are welcome, with further details available on the employer's website.