Specialist Anaesthetist

Royal Berkshire Nhs Foundation Trust; Reading; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable healthcare provider in England is seeking a specialist anaesthetist for a permanent position. The role involves delivering independent anaesthesia, conducting pre- and post-operative assessments, and participating in clinical education. Applicants require full GMC registration, a postgraduate qualification in anaesthesia, and significant medical experience, including NHS exposure. The position offers flexible working arrangements and generous benefits, including annual leave, NHS pension, and various staff support programs.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Generous annual leave

NHS pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Health service discounts

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration with a postgraduate qualification in anaesthesia.
• Minimum of 12 years medical work including 6 years in a relevant specialty.
• Past experience in the NHS with commitment to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent clinical care in anaesthesia including procedural sedation.
• Contribute to audit and quality improvement projects.
• Provide general and regional teaching.

Skills

Independent anaesthesia

Pre-operative assessment

Post-operative visits

Teaching

Clinical governance

Education

Postgraduate qualification in anaesthesia

Membership of the Royal College of Anaesthetists

Current Advanced Life Support training

Job description

Overview

Permanent specialist anaesthesia post at Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust. The post is 10 programmed activities per week and can be part‑time or flexible. The successful applicant will provide independent anaesthesia, pre‑operative assessment, post‑operative visits, teaching and audit. The position holder will work in a team that delivers high quality surgical care across a range of specialties.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent clinical care in anaesthesia, independent general and regional anaesthesia and procedural sedation.
• Provide pre‑operative assessment, post‑operative visits and general and regional teaching.
• Contribute to audit and quality improvement projects, presenting data and implementing change.
• Work within clinical governance guidelines and participate in audit and quality improvement projects.

Qualifications

• Full registration with the GMC and a postgraduate qualification in anaesthesia.
• Membership of the Royal College of Anaesthetists (RCoA) or equivalent.
• Current Advanced Life Support training and ability to practise safe and effective general and regional anaesthesia, independent of all patients.
• Minimum of 12 years’ medical work (including at least 6 years in a relevant specialty). The candidate must meet the criteria set out in the Specialist grade generic capabilities framework.
• Previous experience working in the NHS and a demonstrated commitment to teaching and supervision of trainees.

Desirable Criteria

• Understanding of NHS management structures and experience in clinical leadership roles.
• Evidence of personal involvement in research and contribution to improving patients’ experience.
• Excellent communication skills, written and spoken, and strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Flexible working opportunities and a strong emphasis on work‑life balance.
• Annual leave – 27 days for new starters plus bank holidays; 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years NHS service. Pro‑rata for part‑time staff.
• NHS pension scheme and employee assistance programme.
• Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave for eligible staff.
• On‑site nursery (based at RBH) and full educational library services.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme, lockable storage for cycles, bus‑to‑work scheme and excellent rail and bus links.
• A large range of health service discounts at hundreds of big brands from holidays to gadgets and restaurants to retail.