A six-month locum consultant anaesthetist post at Northampton General Hospital, filling a gap left by retirements and service expansion. The core work is general anaesthesia for major general, urology and gynae-oncology surgery, with an interest in obstetric anaesthesia. Theatre sessions include at least one day a week on complex major surgery such as colorectal, urology and gynaecology, alongside trauma and orthopaedics, day cases and pre-operative assessment. Full GMC registration and FRCA or equivalent are required.
What the job involves
- General anaesthesia for major general, urology and gynae-oncology surgery
- Complex major surgery, including colorectal, urology and gynaecology, at least one day a week
- Anaesthesia for trauma and orthopaedic surgery
- Day case anaesthesia
- Pre-operative assessment sessions
- Obstetric anaesthesia, with an interest in this area
- Agree job plan with the Clinical Director on behalf of the Medical Director
- Work across sites within University Hospitals of Northamptonshire where service needs require
Qualifications
- MBBS or equivalent
- FRCA or equivalent
Registration & licences
- Full GMC registration
Experience
- Higher training in anaesthesia across head and neck, obstetric, general, orthopaedic, emergency, trauma and major surgery, to RCoA old curriculum or Level 3 of current curriculum
- Experience of audit and quality improvement project
- Experience of and commitment to postgraduate and undergraduate teaching
- Evidence of attendance at anaesthesia meetings
Skills & knowledge
- Commitment to team working
- Good organisational skills and punctuality
- Good written, verbal and aural communication
- Caring attitude towards colleagues
- Awareness of current service development opportunities and challenges
- Understanding of current education processes and training requirements in anaesthesia and ITU
Other
- Willingness to work as a member of the wider trust
- Willingness to share administrative responsibilities
Nice to have
- Membership of specialist societies
- Further postgraduate qualifications in or allied to anaesthesia
- CCT in anaesthesia or within 6 months of interview, or GMC specialist register in anaesthesia
- Advanced or specialist interest module in the relevant area, for job plan 1 or 2
- Appropriate leadership development courses and structured activities
- Presentations at national or international meetings, or published or ongoing research
- Medical education qualification, evidence of teaching training, or GMC standards Educational Supervisor role
- Desire to further develop in the post and contribute to service development
What's offered
- Support to develop expertise in vascular and head and neck areas, based on service needs and own interests
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Locum Anaesthetics Consultant in Nottingham 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
