Locum Appointment for Training: Senior Clinical Fellow in Remote and Rural Anaesthesia

TN United Kingdom; Lerwick; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a Senior Clinical Fellow in Remote and Rural Anaesthesia. This unique role offers a full-time position at a hospital located in the scenic Shetland Islands, providing a chance to gain broad experience before becoming a consultant. The position is recognized for advanced training in Anaesthesia by The Royal College of Anaesthetists. You will be part of a supportive team, delivering critical care services while also having opportunities for non-clinical work and management involvement. Embrace the challenge of working in remote areas and contribute to the future of healthcare.

Benefits

Distant Island Allowance

Potential relocation expenses

Equal opportunity employer

Qualifications

• Recognized qualifications in Anaesthesia and Critical Care.
• Experience in a Type I training post.

Responsibilities

• Provide elective and emergency anaesthetic services for all age groups.
• Involve in hospital management and training programs.

Skills

Anaesthesia

Critical Care

Hospital Management

Education

MBChB or equivalent

FRCA or equivalent

Job description

Locum Appointment for Training: Senior Clinical Fellow in Remote and Rural Anaesthesia, Lerwick

Job Details:

• Position: Anaesthetic Locum Appointment for training post in Remote and Rural Anaesthesia (Ref: 213730)
• Duration: Fixed term from February 2026 for 6 months
• Hours: Full Time – 40 hours per week
• Location: Gilbert Bain Hospital, The Shetland Islands, 100 miles north of the Scottish mainland
• Allowance: Distant Island Allowance of £2,380 per annum (pro rata)

Application Details:

Applications are invited for this unique and exciting training post suitable for those at ST6/ST7 stage of anaesthetic training, considering work in remote parts of the UK, and seeking broad experience in a senior generalist role before becoming a consultant.

The post is recognized by The Royal College of Anaesthetists for advanced training in Anaesthesia. Responsibilities include elective and emergency anaesthetic and critical care services for all age groups, with support from hospital teams, Scottish retrieval services, and mainland colleagues. There are also opportunities for non-clinical work, hospital management involvement, and contribution to training programs.

Candidate Requirements:

• MBChB or recognized equivalent
• FRCA or recognized equivalent
• Currently in a Type I training post
• Hold a National/Visiting Training Number
• In ST6 or ST7 at the start of the post

Additional Information:

• Applicants may be eligible for excess travel and relocation expenses (NHS Circular PCS(DD) 2010/8). Details available via NHS Grampian’s relocation policy.
• Interview date: 02/06/25
• All NHS Scotland Medical Vacancies details can be found online.
• Preferred candidates will be required to join or update the PVG Scheme before employment.
• We promote equal opportunities and welcome applications from all community sections.