Job summaryUNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE+ make a difference for every patientConsultant Anaesthetist, PlymouthBring your specialist knowledge and experience of anaesthetics to a more progressive and rewarding environment at our Practice Plus Group Hospital, Plymouth. One where, as part of a highly professional but friendly and compassionate team, you will get to provide both NHS and private patients with the very highest standards of care.
We are open to both part-time and full-time consultants to work collaboratively with 30 like-minded Anaesthetists across the 9 Hospitals within the group. We will contact all shortlisted candidates but please note Practice Plus Group retain the right to remove the advert prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is appointed. Our employment offers are subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks. At Practice Plus Group, we actively promote diversity and equal opportunities. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Main duties of the jobIn this key role, you'll be anaesthetising patients for the different procedures we offer at our site in Plymouth from ophthalmology to orthopaedics, and from gynaecology to general surgery. Alongside your clinical responsibilities, you'll also have the chance to get involved in the administrative and managerial aspects of the department, and in the development of less experienced colleagues.
About usFully qualified, GMC-registered anaesthetists, with: Broad clinical experience in all forms of anaestheticsThe ability to carry out procedures unsupervised and offer expert advice on all issues relating to this specialist areaExcellent communication and team-working skillsAn innovative approach and an eagerness to embrace new ways of workingWhat you can expect in returnCompetitive Salary An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits10 days CPD leave per year for full time employees25 days annual leave + BANK holidaysThe support you need to grow in your role and continue your professional developmentOutstanding long-term career opportunitiesPrivate Pension with employer contributionsLife AssuranceFlexible working patternFor further information please contact Thomas.
Quirke@practiceplusgroup.com #LI-TQ1
DetailsDate posted15 September 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary
153,000 a year
Competitive based on experience
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time,
Part-time
Reference number382-33Job locations20 Brest RoadBusiness ParkPlymouthDevonPL6 5XPUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesUNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE+ make a difference for every patientConsultant Anaesthetist, PlymouthBring your specialist knowledge and experience of anaesthetics to a more progressive and rewarding environment at our Practice Plus Group Hospital, Plymouth. One where, as part of a highly professional but friendly and compassionate team, you will get to provide both NHS and private patients with the very highest standards of care.
We are open to both part-time and full-time consultants to work collaboratively with 30 like-minded Anaesthetists across the 9 Hospitals within the group. We will contact all shortlisted candidates but please note Practice Plus Group retain the right to remove the advert prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is appointed. Our employment offers are subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks. At Practice Plus Group, we actively promote diversity and equal opportunities. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesUNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE+ make a difference for every patientConsultant Anaesthetist, PlymouthBring your specialist knowledge and experience of anaesthetics to a more progressive and rewarding environment at our Practice Plus Group Hospital, Plymouth. One where, as part of a highly professional but friendly and compassionate team, you will get to provide both NHS and private patients with the very highest standards of care.
We are open to both part-time and full-time consultants to work collaboratively with 30 like-minded Anaesthetists across the 9 Hospitals within the group. We will contact all shortlisted candidates but please note Practice Plus Group retain the right to remove the advert prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is appointed. Our employment offers are subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks. At Practice Plus Group, we actively promote diversity and equal opportunities. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Person Specification
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Qualifications
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Additional Criteria
EssentialGMC RegisteredSpecialist RegisteredDesirableGMC RegisteredSpecialist RegisteredDisclosure 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. UK Registration
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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. UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer namePractice Plus GroupAddress20 Brest RoadBusiness ParkPlymouthDevonPL6 5XPUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer namePractice Plus GroupAddress20 Brest RoadBusiness ParkPlymouthDevonPL6 5XPUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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Consultant Anaesthetist in Devon, Plymouth employer: National Health Service
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