Consultant Anaesthetist in Ipswich

Job summaryWe are inviting applications for a full time Consultant Anaesthetist based at Ipswich Hospital, part of East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust (ESNEFT).This post has been developed as we expand our permanent workforce as well as bring new colleagues into our team following retirements. We are a strong and supportive department and are looking for colleagues who can bring their own skills and attributes to the department.We are particularly interested in recruiting colleagues with a significant interest in any of the following areas: perioperative medicine, anaesthesia for general and urological surgery including robotics, anaesthesia for spinal surgery and obstetric anaesthesia. We are an incredibly supportive and friendly department that must be visited to be believed. We would look to welcome all strong candidates and build job plans that are adaptable to their interests and needs.Main duties of the jobClinical responsibilities:General responsibilitiesSpecialist clinicsOutpatient clinicsOperating as per specialtyTeachingOther care of inpatients or outpatientsClinical and other administration as required by agreementTeaching and training of junior staff and undergraduatesParticipation in clinical governanceAbout usAt ESNEFT we provide hospital and community health services to almost one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our dedicated staff deliver care from acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, surgeries, community clinics and in patients' own homes.We are one of the largest NHS organisation in England, employing more than 12,000 staff.We pride ourselves on supporting our staff. We offer a wide range of training and development opportunities. Flexible working options will be considered for all roles in line with service needs.Along with supporting you to achieve your career goals we offer a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro rata) and access to a range of NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing programme offer a variety of services.Our philosophy is that Time Matters. Across the Trust, we concentrate on improving the things we do and removing those which cause delays for our staff and patients.We have invested in our commitment to Time Matters with a partnership with leading electronic patient record (EPR) supplier Epic. This will transform life at ESNEFT for staff and patients.If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge, then we want to hear from you.Find out about living and working here - posted13 October 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary
113,565 to 150,569 a year
per annum
ContractPermanentWorking pattern

Full-time

Reference number432-MI2941Job locationsIpswich HospitalHeath RoadIpswichIP4 5PDUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached a detailed job description for the main responsibilities and duties for this role.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesPlease see attached a detailed job description for the main responsibilities and duties for this role.Person Specification
Essential
EssentialMust be on GMC Specialist Register in Anaesthesia or be eligible for entry within 6 months of interviewFRCA or equivalentEvidence of SIA / specialist interest in one of perioperative medicine, anaesthesia for major general surgery, obstetric anaesthesia, orthopaedic anaesthesiaExperience of working within the NHSUnderstanding of process of medical education and current training programmesCommitment and evidence of CPDUnderstanding of NHS management structureAbility to apply research outcomes to clinical problemsFull driving licence and regular access to a carEducational/ clinical supervisor (the necessary training will be provided for applicants that have not undertaken these roles previously)DesirableCurrent ALS and EPLS or APLSFaculty on simulation courseAdditional qualification eg DiplomaSIA / significant experience in a complimentary area of relevance to DGH anaesthetic practiceExperience working at NHS consultant level as an anaesthetistEvidence of strong positive feedback for teachingFaculty on simulation courses or resuscitation coursesEvidence of some management training, e.g. attendance at specific management course, specific management qualificationSuccessful QI work presented as poster or oral presentation at regional or national level
Person Specification

Essential
EssentialMust be on GMC Specialist Register in Anaesthesia or be eligible for entry within 6 months of interviewFRCA or equivalentEvidence of SIA / specialist interest in one of perioperative medicine, anaesthesia for major general surgery, obstetric anaesthesia, orthopaedic anaesthesiaExperience of working within the NHSUnderstanding of process of medical education and current training programmesCommitment and evidence of CPDUnderstanding of NHS management structureAbility to apply research outcomes to clinical problemsFull driving licence and regular access to a carEducational/ clinical supervisor (the necessary training will be provided for applicants that have not undertaken these roles previously)DesirableCurrent ALS and EPLS or APLSFaculty on simulation courseAdditional qualification eg DiplomaSIA / significant experience in a complimentary area of relevance to DGH anaesthetic practiceExperience working at NHS consultant level as an anaesthetistEvidence of strong positive feedback for teachingFaculty on simulation courses or resuscitation coursesEvidence of some management training, e.g. attendance at specific management course, specific management qualificationSuccessful QI work presented as poster or oral presentation at regional or national levelDisclosure 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).
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 nameEast Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation TrustAddressIpswich HospitalHeath RoadIpswichIP4 5PDUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameEast Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation TrustAddressIpswich HospitalHeath RoadIpswichIP4 5PDUnited KingdomEmployer's website