Consultant in General Anaesthesia - Shepton Mallet, Somerset- Leading role in a state of the ar[...]

Head Medical; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private hospital in the UK is seeking a Consultant in General Anaesthesia to join their compassionate team. This role involves anaesthetising patients across various procedures and participating in departmental activities. Candidates must hold a UK-registered medical degree, be GMC registered in Anaesthesia, and have extensive training in the field. The position offers a competitive salary up to £140,000 and various benefits, including career development opportunities.

Benefits

Salary up to £140,000 per annum

Generous relocation package

Access to extensive training courses

Private health insurance

Opportunities for career development

Wellbeing and lifestyle benefits

Flexible shifts

Qualifications

• UK-registered Medical Degree is required.
• FRCA or equivalent specialized training and academic achievement necessary.
• Full GMC registration in Anaesthesia needed.

Responsibilities

• Anaesthetise patients for various surgical procedures.
• Engage in departmental administration and management.
• Participate in outpatient pre-assessment on a rota basis.

Skills

Extensive training in anaesthesia

Ability to work independently

Clinical expertise

Mentoring skills

Education

UK-registered Medical Degree

FRCA or equivalent specialized training

Full GMC registration in Anaesthesia

ALS certification

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Consultant in General Anaesthesia - Shepton Mallet, Somerset - Leading role in a state-of-the-art private hospital, South West England

Client:

Head Medical

Location:

South West England, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

Working as part of a skilled multidisciplinary team, Head Medical is seeking a Consultant Anaesthetist (General) to work at a leading private hospital in the UK.

Based in Shepton Mallet, Somerset, you will join a professional, friendly, and compassionate team dedicated to providing high-quality patient care. The organization emphasizes prompt, high-standard treatment in clean, comfortable surroundings.

Shepton Mallet, near the Mendip Hills—an area of outstanding natural beauty—is ideal for those seeking tranquility. Nearby towns like Wells and Glastonbury offer excellent schools, and towns such as Castle Cary have direct train links to London.

In this key role, you'll anaesthetise patients for various procedures—from ophthalmology to orthopaedics, gynaecology, and general surgery. Besides clinical duties, you'll engage in departmental administration, management, and mentoring less experienced colleagues.

This role is mainly elective, except for postoperative cases requiring return to theatre. You will also participate in outpatient pre-assessment on a rota basis.

The successful candidate will have extensive independent experience in the procedures listed, an excellent clinical record, and the ability to perform efficiently in theatre.

This is an opportunity to join an innovative healthcare organization committed to introducing new ideas and working methods. The role includes clinical, teaching, and staff development responsibilities.

A typical schedule involves 40 hours of clinical work weekly, including occasional Saturdays, with flexible arrangements. Five hours of SPA time are allocated weekly, with flexibility to accommodate leave and planned rotas.

What's on offer?

• Salary up to £140,000 per annum + generous relocation package
• Access to extensive training courses
• Private health insurance
• Four 10-hour days (additional PAs available)
• 10 days of study leave
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• Wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
• Flexible shifts to suit personal commitments
• Work in a modern, clean hospital environment

The Hospital

• CQC rated 'Good'
• Medium-sized facility with three operating theatres, a day surgery theatre, and an endoscopy suite, along with diagnostic imaging and physiotherapy departments
• 25 inpatient beds
• Outpatients department covering specialties like ENT, general surgery, orthopaedics, urology, ophthalmology, gynaecology, and pain management. Physiotherapy services are available for inpatients and outpatients.

Requirements to apply?

• UK-registered Medical Degree
• FRCA or equivalent specialized training and academic achievement
• Full GMC registration in Anaesthesia
• ALS certification
• Extensive training and experience in anaesthesia
• Ability to provide expert clinical opinions and work independently without supervision