Specialty Doctor - Anaesthetics

NHS National Services Scotland; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking a Specialty Doctor in Anaesthesia for Inverclyde Royal Hospital. The role includes a 6.5 PA job plan, covering the middle-grade rota, and opportunities for CPD and collaboration. Applicants should have full GMC registration and relevant experience in anaesthesia and critical care.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of balanced experience in anaesthesia and critical care.
• Full registration and a Licence to Practice with the GMC.

Responsibilities

• Cover the middle-grade rota and develop clinical interests.
• Contribute to teaching and education.

Skills

Anaesthesia

Critical Care

Teaching

Education

Full GMC Registration

Postgraduate Training

Job description

Job Opportunity: Specialty Doctor in Anaesthesia at Inverclyde Royal Hospital

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, one of the UK's largest healthcare systems, is seeking a dedicated Specialty Doctor in Anaesthesia to join the team at Inverclyde Royal Hospital on a permanent basis with a 6.5 PA job plan.

The department is known for its welcoming and friendly environment, committed to providing excellent, safe, and patient-centered care. The hospital serves as the elective Orthopaedic Hub for Clyde, with plans to expand colorectal surgical capacity. Other specialties include CEPOD, General Surgery, Ophthalmology, Breast, ENT, Orthopaedics, Urology, Paediatric Dental, Plastic Surgery, and Gynaecology. The Acute Pain Service is consultant-led with input from an Acute Pain Nurse.

Support is available for anaesthetic CT and ST trainees, and there are opportunities for CPD, research, and collaboration with other hospitals such as the Royal Alexandra Hospital and Queen Elizabeth Hospital Glasgow.

As a Specialty Doctor, you will cover the middle-grade rota, develop your clinical interests, and contribute to teaching and education. Support is also available for the FRCA Primary examinations.

The job plan consists of a 6.5 PA, equivalent to two 12.5-hour shifts from 08:30 to 21:00.

Applicants should have full GMC registration, be eligible to work in the UK, and possess at least 3 years of balanced experience in anaesthesia and critical care, including the ability to manage inter-hospital transfers of critical care patients with distant supervision.

For more information, please contact Lew Chin Chee, Consultant, at 07855042805 or [e-mail].

Criteria for Specialty Doctors:

• Full registration and a Licence to Practice with the GMC;
• At least four years of postgraduate training, including specialty training or LAT;
• Equivalent training or experience, UK or overseas.

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde values diversity and promotes an inclusive culture. The organisation is also committed to being a Forces Friendly Employer, supporting applications from the Armed Forces Community.

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