Job summaryThe Department of Anaesthetics provides anaesthetics, pain services, pre-operative preparation and emergency services to Broomfield Hospital as part of the Mid and South Essex Foundation Trust.
The Department is part of the Division of Anaesthetics and Theatres and has one Clinical Director and Trust-wide leads in Pre Assessment and Pain. Lists also occur at the Braintree Community Hospital which is a standalone elective, Orthopaedic site.
We would be nothing without our staff. So it goes without saying that when it comes to recruiting new team members, we're looking for the best. We encourage staff to be innovative, to challenge the "as is" and to always put patients first.
You may wish to explore what could be available to you to advance your potential within this role, or to arrange an informal visit to enjoy our location and to meet our dedicated, professional colleagues.
For further details on this post/informal visits please contact: Dr Santosh Mehrotra, Consultant AnaesthetistClinical Director for Anaesthetics and Theatres.
Broomfield HospitalEmail: Santosh.
Mehrotra@nhs.netMain duties of the jobThe Department of Anaesthetics provides anaesthetics, pain services, pre-operative preparation and emergency services to Broomfield Hospital as part of the Mid and South Essex Foundation Trust. The Department is part of the Division of Anaesthetics and Theatres and has one Clinical Director and Trust-wide leads in Pre Assessment and Pain. Lists also occur at the Braintree Community Hospital which is a standalone elective, Orthopaedic site.
There is a strong history of excellence in anaesthetic education at Broomfield and we have links to the School of Medicine at the nearby Anglia Ruskin University including Honorary Senior Lecturers. There are national courses organised under the auspices of ARU by our consultants.
About usOur ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our TrustDetailsDate posted18 September 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeSpecialty DoctorSalary
63,696 to 102,689 a year
Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference number390-BR-MR-TAC-7477Job locationsBroomfieldCourt RoadChelmsfordCM17ETUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description. We look forward to your application. Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesFor full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description. We look forward to your application. Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications. Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialMBBS or equivalentGMC registeredFRCA or equivalentDesirableAdvanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
Knowledge and Experience
EssentialAt least 4 years post graduate ST experienceComprehensive knowledge in the specialty and ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problemsExperience and competence in obstetric anaesthesia including labour epiduralsAbility to critically assess critically ill patients in Resus and on the wardsDesirableExperience of Ultrasound guided Regional anaesthetisia
Communication
EssentialAbility to communicate effectively with clinical colleagues, other specialties and support staff
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialMBBS or equivalentGMC registeredFRCA or equivalentDesirableAdvanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
Knowledge and Experience
EssentialAt least 4 years post graduate ST experienceComprehensive knowledge in the specialty and ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problemsExperience and competence in obstetric anaesthesia including labour epiduralsAbility to critically assess critically ill patients in Resus and on the wardsDesirableExperience of Ultrasound guided Regional anaesthetisia
Communication
EssentialAbility to communicate effectively with clinical colleagues, other specialties and support staffDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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
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Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 detailsEmployer nameMid and South Essex NHS Foundation TrustAddressBroomfieldCourt RoadChelmsfordCM17ETUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameMid and South Essex NHS Foundation TrustAddressBroomfieldCourt RoadChelmsfordCM17ETUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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Speciality Doctor - Anaesthetics in Chelmsford, Essex employer: National Health Service
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