Job summary
We are looking to recruit an NHS Locum Consultant Anaesthetist who is skilled at providing:
- General anaesthesia for major general, urology and gynae-oncology surgery.
- General anaesthesia with an interest in obstetric anaesthesia.
This vacancy has risen due to a combination retirements and service expansion. The successful applicant will join an existing team of 43 consultants, 6 SAS doctors and 37 junior doctors.
Main duties of the job
It is expected that successful applicant will work in theatres with at least one day a week dedicated to surgical specialities involving complex major surgeries including but not limited colorectal, urology and gynaecology. Other direct clinical care areas will include trauma and orthopaedics, day case anaesthesia and pre-operative assessment sessions The indicative job plan is shown in the job description. Once appointed the exact job plan will be agreed between the appointee and the Clinical Director on behalf of the Medical Director.
We are a regional vascular and major head & neck cancer unit. We will support successful candidates to develop expertise in these areas based on the service requirements and your interests.The normal working day is 08:00 to 18:00.
About us
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University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs.
Our Excellence Values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage. UHN welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme. Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details and information.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration
- FRCA or Equivalent
Desirable
- Membership of specialist societies
- Further postgraduate qualifications in or allied to anaesthesia
- CCT in Anaesthesia or within 6 months of the interview
- GMC specialist Register in Anaesthesia
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Anaesthetic management of a wide range of head and neck, obstetric, general, orthopaedic, emergency, trauma, and major surgery with the completion of higher training module set out by the RCOA old curriculum or Level 3 of the current curriculum.
Desirable
- Advanced training module or Specialist Interest area module of the new curriculum in relevant area for job plan 1
- Obstetric anaesthesia/Higher or advanced module or SIA equivalent for Job plan 2
Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Commitment to team working
- Good organisational skills and punctuality
- Good written, verbal, and aural communication skills
- Caring attitude towards colleagues
Desirable
- Appropriate leadership development courses and structured activities
Management
Essential
- Willingness to work as a member of the wider trust
- Awareness of current service development opportunities and challenges
- Willingness to share administrative responsibilities
Desirable
- Desire to further develop in the appointed post and contribute to the service development
Audit & Research
Essential
- Experience of audit and quality improvement project
- Willingness to actively in the departments audit and quality improvement
Desirable
- Presentation at recognised national and or international meetings.
- Published or ongoing relevant research
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of and commitment to postgraduate teaching
- Experience of and commitment to undergraduate teaching
- Understanding of current education processes and requirements for training in Anaesthesia and ITU
- Evidence of attendance at anaesthesia meetings
Desirable
- Medical education qualification
- Evidence of training in teaching
- Evidence of achieving GMC standards Educational Supervisor role
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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 Sponsorship
Applications 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 details
Employer name
Northampton General Hospital
Address
Anaesthetics Department - Northampton General Hospital
Cliftonville Road
Northampton
NN1 5BD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
Locum Anaesthetics Consultant in Northampton employer: Northampton General Hospital
University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment for Paediatric Oncology Consultants. With a commitment to professional development, the hospital provides generous study budgets, mentorship opportunities, and a collaborative culture that encourages innovation in child health services. Located in Northampton, you will be part of an award-winning team dedicated to delivering high-quality care to children and young people, making a meaningful impact in the community.
Contact Details:
Northampton General Hospital Recruitment Team
