Locum Consultant in General Anaesthesia

University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare institution is seeking locum consultants in general anaesthesia to join a supportive team at the Bristol Royal Infirmary. This role offers the opportunity to work flexibly across multiple hospital sites, delivering high-quality anaesthetic services for a variety of surgical procedures. With a strong emphasis on teaching and research, this position is ideal for those looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. Join a forward-thinking Trust that values diversity and is committed to the welfare of its staff and patients. This is a unique chance to contribute to exceptional patient care while enjoying the vibrant culture of Bristol.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Health and wellbeing support

Career development opportunities

Teaching and training support

Qualifications

• Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on anaesthesia for various surgeries.
• Evidence of advanced training in specialist areas.
• Experience in teaching medical students.

Responsibilities

• Provide adult general anaesthetic services across multiple sites.
• Contribute to the out-of-hours weekend rota.
• Participate in teaching and research activities.

Skills

Expert clinical opinion

Communication skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Full registration with the GMC

FRCA

CCT in Anaesthesia

Tools

Simulation training

Job description

As an organisation we recognise the value of a healthy work-life balance. When applying, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate flexible working, so your work life fits around your home life.

We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust.

There never has been a more exciting time to join us; University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust is a recently merged Trust with a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff, aiming to deliver exceptional local services for local people and specialist services across the South West.

The Department of General Anaesthesia sits within the Division of Surgery; however, the wider anaesthesia service bridges four clinical divisions of UHBW: Surgery (general anaesthesia and critical care), Specialised Services (cardiac anaesthesia), Women’s and Children’s (paediatric and obstetric anaesthesia) and Weston. The department of anaesthesia is seeking locum consultants in general anaesthesia to join the team based at the Bristol Royal Infirmary. The successful applicant will join a friendly, supportive and cohesive group of 45 substantive consultants within the general anaesthesia group. The post will be offered at 10.5 PAs

Main duties of the job

This post will be based at the Bristol Royal Infirmary with one clinical day each week at Weston General Hospital. The post will address a flexible service requirement for adult general anaesthetic services for maxillofacial, ENT, dental, obstetrics, gynaecology, thoracic, upper & lower GI and ophthalmic surgery, long term IV access (ports/tunnelled lines, acute and chronic pain and pre-operative assessment. The post holder will be expected to contribute to the predictable out-of-hours weekend rota across both sites.

The role will be split across the following hospital sites: Bristol Royal Infirmary, Weston General Hospital, St Michael’s Hospital, Bristol Eye Hospital and South Bristol Community Hospital.

UHBW is a large inner city teaching hospital with close links to Southmead Hospital and the University of Bristol. There is a strong tradition of teaching in the department, and we support the running of Bristol Medical Simulation Centre.

The applicant must hold FRCA (UK) or equivalent and be within 6 months of their CCT date at the time of interview. We are looking for applicants who are prepared to work flexibly to ensure smooth service delivery. More detailed person specification is available with the job description.

Working for our organisation

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For a more detailed job description please see the Job Description document attached or feel free to contact us. Many thanks.

Person specification

Knowledge and Experience

• Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems, both emergency and elective – including anaesthesia for major upper and lower abdominal surgery, thoracic, maxillofacial, ENT, oral surgery and obstetric surgery and interventions
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients
• Log-book evidence of Maxillofacial, ENT, oral surgery, Thoracic and Upper GI cases, Hepatobiliary, Pre-operative assessment, Maternity, Pain
• Evidence of advanced training in specialist areas; particularly Maxillofacial, ENT, oral surgery, Complex Airways. Thoracic, Obstetric, Pain, Upper GI, Hepatobiliary, POAC, vascular access
• Evidence of developing a specialist service or demonstration of innovation in chosen sub-speciality area

Research

• Evidence of relevant publications or regional or national presentations
• Active participation in research

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues
• Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English
• Ability to work in a team
• Ability to be a flexible team member
• Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
• Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
• Certificate in Medical Education or higher degree in teaching

Governance and Audit

• Ability to teach in General Anaesthesia
• Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
• Evidence of relevant publications or regional or national presentations

Additional and Aptitudes

• Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
• Awareness of personal limitations
• Ability to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
• Demonstrates the Trust values (Supportive, Respectful, Innovative, Collaborative)
• Previous experience of UK NHS practice
• Evidence of entitlement to live and work in the UK
• Must be able to meet on call requirements

Qualifications and Training

• Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC)
• Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Anaesthesia or evidence of within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview
• FRCA
• Experience of teaching medical students
• Experience in use of simulation training and organisation of simulation courses for anaesthesia or medicine

We hope that you will decide to join us and become part of this exciting journey, helping us to shape our future together.

· As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

· The Trust is committed to investing in and caring for all our staff. We will support you in maintaining and improving your health and wellbeing, as well as your career development through management and training support - developing exceptional people for exceptional careers.

· UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

· To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 all applicants must be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard which will be assessed at Interview.

· If you require sponsorship for a visa to work in the UK, to avoid disappointment, please check to ensure you are eligible under the UKVI points based system.

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Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore, please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification

Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.

As a guide interviews should usually take place within 3 weeks of the closing date.

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This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.