Consultant Anaesthetist - Remote Island Trauma & Neonatal

NHS Scotland; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 153,000 - 203,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

NHS Shetland in Lerwick, Scotland, seeks a Consultant Anaesthetist to join the Gilbert Bain Hospital. The role involves delivering general anaesthesia and critical care within a remote community setting.

The post offers full-time or flexible part-time arrangements, with a pro-rata annual leave and relocation support up to £8,000. On-call supplement applies and PVG clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• Full time or Flexible Part Time Contract.
• Relocation assistance up to £8,000 offered.
• Distant Islands Allowance £2,578 per annum (pro rata for part time posts).
• 8% On-call availability supplement.
• Closing Date: 18/10/26.
• PVG Scheme check required prior to offer.

Responsibilities

• Provide general anaesthetic and critical care services at Gilbert Bain Hospital, Lerwick.
• Deliver enhanced trauma resuscitation and care for neonates and paediatric patients in a remote setting.
• Adapt core anaesthetic skills to non-theatre environments and unpredictable clinical scenarios.

Job description

NHS Shetland in Lerwick, Scotland, seeks a Consultant Anaesthetist to join the Gilbert Bain Hospital. The role involves delivering general anaesthesia and critical care within a remote community setting.

The post offers full-time or flexible part-time arrangements, with a pro-rata annual leave and relocation support up to £8,000. On-call supplement applies and PVG clearance may be required.