Consultant Anaesthetist with interest in Paediatric Spinal Surgery

Oxford University Hospitals; Oxford; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford University Hospitals is seeking a dedicated paediatric anaesthetist to join their team, focusing on spinal surgeries. This role offers a dynamic working environment with opportunities in anaesthesia for various paediatric procedures and supportive teamwork within a friendly and inclusive department.

Qualifications

• Suitable for candidates with interest in paediatric anaesthesia.
• Training in anaesthesia for paediatric spinal surgery is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Provide anaesthesia and peri-operative care for paediatric surgeries.
• Participate in general and emergency surgeries, including neonatal procedures.
• Cover on-call commitments within the paediatric anaesthetic group.

Skills

Teamworking

Adaptability

Communication

Education

Medical Degree

Training in Anaesthetics

Job description

Job overview

The post is required to join the paediatric anaesthetic group at the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The Paediatric Anaesthetic Group provides flexible teamworking for children’s anaesthesia in Oxford. This post is suitable for a candidate with an interest in anaesthesia for paediatric spinal surgery. There are also excellent opportunities for providing anaesthesia and peri-operative care for a wide range of procedures in children and neonates, both for diagnostic and operative procedures.

The Nuffield Department of Anaesthetics is one of the largest departments in the country. It is known for having a friendly, diverse, and inclusive team, supported by outstanding surgical colleagues. The department offers a comprehensive elective and emergency service across various surgical and diagnostic specialties.

Main duties of the job

The role involves working around fixed theatre days, including paediatric spinal surgery and pre-operative assessment for spinal, cleft, and ophthalmic surgeries, as well as general and emergency surgeries, including neonatal procedures. The position also offers flexible coverage for other non-cardiac paediatric specialties. An on-call commitment within the paediatric anaesthetic group is included.

Please see the attached job description, person specification, and job plan for more details about this position.