Consultant - Chronic Pain YC73

NHS; Watford; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in the UK is looking for a Consultant in Chronic Pain for a fixed-term post of 3 months. The role includes responsibilities such as working in multidisciplinary teams, providing high-quality care, and ensuring departmental commitments. Candidates must hold FRCS or equivalent and be fully registered with the GMC. This part-time position offers £109,725 to £145,478 per year and is based in Watford, England. Applicants requiring sponsorship are welcome.

Qualifications

• Must possess FRCS or equivalent qualification.
• Fully registered with GMC and on Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT.
• Experience in working in an MDT team.

Responsibilities

• Cover Pain clinics and theatres at various sites.
• Participate in joint MDT clinics alongside a psychologist.
• Take full and independent responsibility for patient clinical care.

Skills

FRCS or equivalent qualification

Fully registered with the GMC

On the Specialist Register

Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)

Life support provider (ALS or ATLS, APLS or MOET)

Education

MBBS or equivalent

FRCA or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Chronic Pain team in a dedicated Chronic Pain post for a fixed term (3 months).

The working conditions in this post are equitable to the current consultants.

Applicants should possess FRCS or equivalent qualification, be fully registered with the GMC and be on the Specialist Register/obtained Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT).

Responsibilities

• Work as part of an MDT team and cover Pain clinics and theatres at our sites.
• Work flexibly and cover joint MDT clinics alongside a psychologist as per service requirements.
• Support the delivery of a high‑quality Multidisciplinary Team pain service, meeting local referral to treatment targets and waiting times.
• Take full and independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients.
• Participate in departmental and trust teaching and clinical governance and audit activities.
• Assist the Trust in achieving its commitments to the National Plan for modernisation of the NHS, including the 18‑week patient pathway.

Job Plan

A part‑time appointment with 8 Programmed Activities (PAs) is available. The Job Plan will be discussed and agreed on appointment and is subject to review.

Person Specification

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent, FRCA or equivalent; must be on the Specialist Register of the GMC or within 6 months of CCT (gaining specialist registration) at the time of interview.
• FRCS or equivalent qualification, fully registered with the GMC, on the Specialist Register or having obtained CCT.

Desirable

• Life support provider (ALS or ATLS, APLS or MOET).

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Employer Details

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

A7191 Pain Management L6

Watford General Hospital

Watford

WD18 0HB

Website: http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk

Additional Information

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Job Details

Title: Consultant Chronic Pain (Fixed Term – 3 months)

Grade: Consultant

Pay: £109,725 to £145,478 a year PA

Duration: 3 months, Full-time, Fixed term

Reference number: 360‑B‑1145

Job locations: A7191 Pain Management L6, Watford General Hospital, Watford, WD18 0HB

Date posted: 18 December 2025