Consultant Anaesthetist with interest in Pain Management in Wigan

Job summaryThe multidisciplinary Pain Management Team at Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Trust enjoy good relationships with the Community Pain service and provides secondary care services on the Wrightington and Leigh sites.The successful applicant would be joining a dynamic team of consultants, one associate specialist, 2 specialist nurses, psychologists, occupational therapists and pain physiotherapists.Image intensifier and ultrasound guided pain interventions including radiofrequency ablation techniques are carried out in a dedicated treatment room with recovery on the adjoining ward by enthusiastic and experienced ward staff. A small office is adjacent to the treatment room for full IT administrative support.The Chronic Pain Team supports the Tertiary Referral Orthopaedic Hospital at Wrightington with a.o. procedures for post-surgical/neuropathic pain or genicular nerve radiofrequency ablation for arthritic knee pain.We provide a nurse led self-acupuncture service, Qutenza services, Botox for chronic migraines and Consultant Oral ketamine.There are regular Pain Management Programmes, Psychology and OT and Physiotherapy sessions.There is a full triage of all patients to direct supportive and treatment measures. There are regular scheduled full team clinical governments meeting.We would welcome and expect any member of our team to further our inclusive pain management and forge stronger/innovative relations with the community and our orthopaedic colleagues.Main duties of the jobAcute care is provided at the Royal Albert Edward Infirmary. This includes adults' and children's accident and emergency services, intensive care, women's and children's and a range of medical and surgical specialities. Wrightington Hospital is an elective Orthopaedic Specialist site and our Leigh Day Case unit is currently expanding its portfolio and increasing activity. The successful candidate will have a job plan developed to accommodate their special interests whilst also meeting the service requirements of the trust.About usWrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values 'the WWL Way'.WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.On-CallPlease note that senior positions (AFC band 8A or above) may be expected to participate in an on-call rota, if the role is predominantly operational.DetailsDate posted09 November 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary 113,565 to 150,569 a year per annum ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number302-26-8398904-MHR-SJob locationsRoyal Albert Edward InfirmaryWigan LaneWiganWN1 2NNUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe post-holder will perform all the duties and have all responsibilities of a Consultant Anaesthetist with Interest in Pain Management.Clinical responsibilities within Anaesthesia:To provide elective and emergency perioperative anaesthetic management To maintain appropriate knowledge and skills to deliver anaesthesiaTo participate in Governance and Appraisal processesTo participate in teaching medical and allied health professionalsTo work with other members of the multidisciplinary teamClinical responsibilities within the Chronic Pain Provision:To provide assessment and follow-up clinics for our Secondary Pain ServiceTo provide pain clinic interventionsTo contribute to the running of this service as guided by the service lead.To work as part of a multidisciplinary team and support the running of the Pain Management Programme by appropriate referrals and delivering sessions to the group as needed. To understand and contribute to appropriate care pathways available for patients in the Pain Clinic and signpost accordingly.To work with the Lead Nurse, Clinical Lead or Senior Clinicians to ensure appropriate medical care pathways are in place, consistent with the pain clinic model for patients in treatment. To understand and follow the commissioned care pathways for patients ensuring appropriate treatments underpinned by professional evidence and guidance. (e.g. NICE guidelines, Royal Colleges, MHRA, Greater Manchester Commissioning Guidelines, GRFT)To have medical responsibility, in partnership with the Trusts medical leads for all patients under the care of the pain service. Job description Job responsibilitiesThe post-holder will perform all the duties and have all responsibilities of a Consultant Anaesthetist with Interest in Pain Management.Clinical responsibilities within Anaesthesia:To provide elective and emergency perioperative anaesthetic management To maintain appropriate knowledge and skills to deliver anaesthesiaTo participate in Governance and Appraisal processesTo participate in teaching medical and allied health professionalsTo work with other members of the multidisciplinary teamClinical responsibilities within the Chronic Pain Provision:To provide assessment and follow-up clinics for our Secondary Pain ServiceTo provide pain clinic interventionsTo contribute to the running of this service as guided by the service lead.To work as part of a multidisciplinary team and support the running of the Pain Management Programme by appropriate referrals and delivering sessions to the group as needed. To understand and contribute to appropriate care pathways available for patients in the Pain Clinic and signpost accordingly.To work with the Lead Nurse, Clinical Lead or Senior Clinicians to ensure appropriate medical care pathways are in place, consistent with the pain clinic model for patients in treatment. To understand and follow the commissioned care pathways for patients ensuring appropriate treatments underpinned by professional evidence and guidance. (e.g. NICE guidelines, Royal Colleges, MHRA, Greater Manchester Commissioning Guidelines, GRFT)To have medical responsibility, in partnership with the Trusts medical leads for all patients under the care of the pain service. Person Specification Qualifications EssentialFull registration with the GMC with a Licence to practiceFRCA (UK or Ireland) or equivalentInclusion on Specialist Register/admission within six months of interview datDesirableCertificate of Medical EducationA higher qualification, eg. MD, PhDEuropean Diploma in Regional AnaesthesiaAdvanced training in Regional Anaesthesia Skills EssentialAbility to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and their relatives, and with colleagues in all disciplinesAbility to lead the development of services and promote best prac-tice amongst colleaguesProficient in the use of Information TechnologyDesirablePortfolio evidencing a range of nerve blocks candidate is competent inEvidence of the development of leadership within the work environmentAttendance at courses in teaching, appraisal and mentorshipProven interest in at least one ar-ea of research Knowledge EssentialEvidence of participation in un-dergraduate and postgraduate teaching and commitment to theseDesirableKnowledge of up to date literatureEvidence of recent and current research with relevant publications Personal Skills EssentialTeam Working: Experience of working in a team, value input of other professionals in the teamManagement / Team Involvement: Work cooperatively with others and demonstrate leadership. Work effectively in multi-professional teamsCapacity to work under pressure. Demonstrate initiative and resilience, adapt and change rapidlyUse logical / lateral thinking to solve problems and make decisions.Prioritise own work. Demonstrate punctuality, preparation, and self-discipline. Understands importance of information technologyAbility to adapt and work with employers to deliver improved patient carePromote equality and values diversityTake responsibility for own actions and demonstrate a non-judgemental approach towards others, Display honesty, integrity, awareness of confidentiality and ethical issuesDesirableExperience of LeadershipEffective skills for delegation Professional Development EssentialCommitment to maintain professional skills and knowledge relevant to the jobDemonstrate a willingness to fully engage in appraisal. Self-awareness and ability to accept and learn from feedbackDesirableAdditional achievements relevant to the role Additional EssentialClinical Governance: Capacity to alert to dangers or problems. Demonstrate awareness of good decision making. Track record of engaging in clinical governance: reporting errors, learning from errorsAudit: evidence of active participation in auditTeaching: evidence of interest and experience in teaching where required in the jobEffective Communication Skills: demonstrate clarity in written / spoken communication and capacity to adapt language as appropriate to situationEmpathy and Sensitivity: Capacity to listen and take in other perspectivesWorks in Partnership with patients. always considers patients preferences when discussing treatment optionsConsider full impact of clinical decisions on the patients. Practice shared decision makingDirect and supports patients to access the information they need to support decision makingDesirableResearch Skills: Demonstrate understanding of the principle of research, evidence of relevant academic and research achievementsTeaching: Evidence of experience in teaching Person Specification Qualifications EssentialFull registration with the GMC with a Licence to practiceFRCA (UK or Ireland) or equivalentInclusion on Specialist Register/admission within six months of interview datDesirableCertificate of Medical EducationA higher qualification, eg. MD, PhDEuropean Diploma in Regional AnaesthesiaAdvanced training in Regional Anaesthesia Skills EssentialAbility to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and their relatives, and with colleagues in all disciplinesAbility to lead the development of services and promote best prac-tice amongst colleaguesProficient in the use of Information TechnologyDesirablePortfolio evidencing a range of nerve blocks candidate is competent inEvidence of the development of leadership within the work environmentAttendance at courses in teaching, appraisal and mentorshipProven interest in at least one ar-ea of research Knowledge EssentialEvidence of participation in un-dergraduate and postgraduate teaching and commitment to theseDesirableKnowledge of up to date literatureEvidence of recent and current research with relevant publications Personal Skills EssentialTeam Working: Experience of working in a team, value input of other professionals in the teamManagement / Team Involvement: Work cooperatively with others and demonstrate leadership. Work effectively in multi-professional teamsCapacity to work under pressure. Demonstrate initiative and resilience, adapt and change rapidlyUse logical / lateral thinking to solve problems and make decisions.Prioritise own work. Demonstrate punctuality, preparation, and self-discipline. Understands importance of information technologyAbility to adapt and work with employers to deliver improved patient carePromote equality and values diversityTake responsibility for own actions and demonstrate a non-judgemental approach towards others, Display honesty, integrity, awareness of confidentiality and ethical issuesDesirableExperience of LeadershipEffective skills for delegation Professional Development EssentialCommitment to maintain professional skills and knowledge relevant to the jobDemonstrate a willingness to fully engage in appraisal. Self-awareness and ability to accept and learn from feedbackDesirableAdditional achievements relevant to the role Additional EssentialClinical Governance: Capacity to alert to dangers or problems. Demonstrate awareness of good decision making. Track record of engaging in clinical governance: reporting errors, learning from errorsAudit: evidence of active participation in auditTeaching: evidence of interest and experience in teaching where required in the jobEffective Communication Skills: demonstrate clarity in written / spoken communication and capacity to adapt language as appropriate to situationEmpathy and Sensitivity: Capacity to listen and take in other perspectivesWorks in Partnership with patients. always considers patients preferences when discussing treatment optionsConsider full impact of clinical decisions on the patients. Practice shared decision makingDirect and supports patients to access the information they need to support decision makingDesirableResearch Skills: Demonstrate understanding of the principle of research, evidence of relevant academic and research achievementsTeaching: Evidence of experience in teachingDisclosure 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 nameWrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressRoyal Albert Edward InfirmaryWigan LaneWiganWN1 2NNUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameWrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressRoyal Albert Edward InfirmaryWigan LaneWiganWN1 2NNUnited KingdomEmployer's website