Locum Consultant in Anaesthetics

NHS; Bedford; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking NHS Trust as a Locum Consultant in Anaesthetics at Bedford Hospital. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work in a comprehensive anaesthetic department, providing essential services across various surgical specialties. You will play a crucial role in patient care, supervision of trainees, and participation in clinical governance. With a commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development, this position is ideal for those looking to advance their career in a supportive environment. Embrace the chance to make a significant impact on patient outcomes in a high-performing Trust dedicated to excellence in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Full GMC Registration and licensed to practice.
• Experience in major surgical procedures and obstetrics.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-operative assessment and anaesthesia for patients.
• Supervise and teach trainees in anaesthetics and Intensive Care.
• Participate in clinical governance and audit activities.

Skills

Anaesthesia

Intensive Care Medicine

Clinical Governance

Teaching and Training

Communication Skills

Education

MB BS, MBChB or equivalent

FRCA or equivalent

Job description

Job summary

Applications are invited for a full time (10 PA) Locum Consultant in Anaesthetics at Bedford Hospital, which is part of Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This is a fixed term post & theappointment will be made in accordance with the Terms & Conditions of Service for Consultants (2003).

The successful candidate will join a friendly, inclusive, forward thinking & enthusiastic Anaesthetic Department of 24 consultants.

The Anaesthetic Department provides comprehensive services normally expected of a district hospital. These include colorectal, urology, general surgery, breast surgery, trauma & orthopaedics, obstetrics & gynaecology, ENT, oro-maxillofacial surgery, ophthalmology and plastic surgery. The current Vascular surgical unit (regional Centre for Luton, Bedford and Milton Keynes) will be relocated to the Luton site in 2025.

The department is supported by a 12 bedded Critical Care unit, the capacity of which is determined by the staffing numbers. The Trust now has dedicated robotic (Da Vinci) lists for Colorectal, Urology & Gynaecological surgery.

Additional special interest skills that will complement the current roles already provided in the department will be advantageous. Subspecialty interests for theatre sessions may be accommodated in various specialties.

The post will involve supervision of trainees. The 2023 GMC survey shows good overall satisfaction by trainees placed at Bedford Hospital.

Main duties of the job

o To work constructively with colleagues in the Department of Anaesthesia, Intensive Care Medicine to provide the best care for patients

o To provide pre-operative assessment, anaesthesia and follow-up for patients undergoing elective and emergency surgery.

o To develop existing relationships between anaesthesia and Clinical Service/Support Units within the Trust.

o To provide out of hours on call cover for theatres and obstetrics

o Teaching and training of intermediate grade and trainee medical staff, nursing staff and medical students.

o To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit.

o To have responsibility for and actively participate in continuing professional development (CPD).

About us

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.

We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.

Details Date posted

08 May 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£105,504 to £139,882 a year (per annum)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

416-C-A-236B

Job locations

Bedford Hospital

Kempson Road

Bedford

MK42 9DJ

Job description Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Job description Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Person Specification Registration Essential

• Full GMC Registration and licensed to practice

Desirable

• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via CCT or CESR

Qualifications Essential

• MB BS, MBChB or equivalent
• FRCA or equivalent

Desirable

• Other relevant qualifications such as FFICM
• Joint/Dual CCT in ICM or equivalent

Knowledge & Clinical Skills Essential

• Excellent all round experience of DGH work, including an appropriate period of training and experience for major surgical procedure, obstetrics and paediatrics
• Evidence of a substantial period of experience and interest in Intensive Care Medicine
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the care of critically ill patients

Desirable

• Critical Care ultrasound skills or accreditation

Clinical Governance Essential

• Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance, and audit

Desirable

• Participation in relevant national audits

Teaching Essential

• Ability to supervise and teach all grades of trainees in anaesthetics and Intensive Care

Desirable

• Interest in teaching medical, nursing and other groups of staff

Research Essential

• Knowledge of the principles of research and ability to interpret and apply clinical research to current practice

Desirable

• Trained in GCP Publications in peer reviewed journals

Management Experience Essential

• Ability to advise on efficient running of services
• Ability to lead within the department when required

Desirable

• Attendance of a management course
• Evidence of management experience

Personal Skills Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively and co-operate well with all staff and patients
• Flexible attitude, team player with good time management
• Awareness of their leadership responsibilities as a clinician and demonstrates appropriate leadership behaviour

Personal Circumstances Essential

• Reside within 10 miles of hospital or a 30 minute drive from the hospital
• Fit to undertake the role

Person Specification Registration Essential

• Full GMC Registration and licensed to practice

Desirable

• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via CCT or CESR

Qualifications Essential

• MB BS, MBChB or equivalent
• FRCA or equivalent

Desirable

• Other relevant qualifications such as FFICM
• Joint/Dual CCT in ICM or equivalent

Knowledge & Clinical Skills Essential

• Excellent all round experience of DGH work, including an appropriate period of training and experience for major surgical procedure, obstetrics and paediatrics
• Evidence of a substantial period of experience and interest in Intensive Care Medicine
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the care of critically ill patients

Desirable

• Critical Care ultrasound skills or accreditation

Clinical Governance Essential

• Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance, and audit

Desirable

• Participation in relevant national audits

Teaching Essential

• Ability to supervise and teach all grades of trainees in anaesthetics and Intensive Care

Desirable

• Interest in teaching medical, nursing and other groups of staff

Research Essential

• Knowledge of the principles of research and ability to interpret and apply clinical research to current practice

Desirable

• Trained in GCP Publications in peer reviewed journals

Management Experience Essential

• Ability to advise on efficient running of services
• Ability to lead within the department when required

Desirable

• Attendance of a management course
• Evidence of management experience

Personal Skills Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively and co-operate well with all staff and patients
• Flexible attitude, team player with good time management
• Awareness of their leadership responsibilities as a clinician and demonstrates appropriate leadership behaviour

Personal Circumstances Essential

• Reside within 10 miles of hospital or a 30 minute drive from the hospital
• Fit to undertake the role

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) 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 (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) 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 (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bedford Hospital

Kempson Road

Bedford

MK42 9DJ

Employer's website

https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bedford Hospital

Kempson Road

Bedford

MK42 9DJ

Employer's website

https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)