Job summaryThis is a 10 Programmed Activities (PA's) post including on call duties and 1.5 Supporting Professional Activities (SPA's). With mutual agreement it can be extended to 12 PAs. At The Royal Wolverhampton Hospital there is also extensive elective and emergency theatre activity, so wide experience in general anaesthesia for a variety of surgical disciplines is essential. Full specialist registration with the GMC and possession of the FRCA (or equivalent) are requirements of the post. Main duties of the jobPlease see JD document attachment for a comprehensive overview of the role and responsibilities. This includes a representative timetable of DCC and SPA activity, and an overview of the hospital and directorate. About usRoyal Wolverhampton NHS Trust also provides clinical services to Cannock Chase Hospital with seven theatres where elective orthopaedic surgery is carried out. The Directorate is known for its support of and participation in educational activities within the West Midlands region and welcomes those wishing to develop the next generation of consultants. DetailsDate posted21 September 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary 113,565 to 150,569 a year per annum ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number225-DIV1-8170679Job locationsNew Cross HospitalWolverhamptonWV10 0QPUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see JD document attachment for a comprehensive overview of the role and responsibilities. This includes a representative timetable of DCC and SPA activity, and an overview of the hospital and directorate. Job description Job responsibilitiesPlease see JD document attachment for a comprehensive overview of the role and responsibilities. This includes a representative timetable of DCC and SPA activity, and an overview of the hospital and directorate. Person Specification Educational Qualifications EssentialCCT in anaesthesia (within 6 months of interview. FRCA or equivalent. At least 6 months advanced training in Regional Anaesthesia or equivalentDesirableMRCP or equivalent. ALS certification (or equivalent). Experience EssentialComprehensive experience in anaesthesia for DGH-type surgical specialties. DesirableComprehensive, recent experience in anaesthesia relevant to job plan e.g. advanced airway/ regional blocks. Person Specification Educational Qualifications EssentialCCT in anaesthesia (within 6 months of interview. FRCA or equivalent. At least 6 months advanced training in Regional Anaesthesia or equivalentDesirableMRCP or equivalent. ALS certification (or equivalent). Experience EssentialComprehensive experience in anaesthesia for DGH-type surgical specialties. DesirableComprehensive, recent experience in anaesthesia relevant to job plan e.g. advanced airway/ regional blocks. 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). 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 nameThe Royal Wolverhampton NHS TrustAddressNew Cross HospitalWolverhamptonWV10 0QPUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameThe Royal Wolverhampton NHS TrustAddressNew Cross HospitalWolverhamptonWV10 0QPUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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