Job summary
Are you an experienced Anaesthetist who can work independently?
Join our vibrant department of Anaesthetics and Critical Care as a Specialty Doctor.We actively encourage personal and professional development. We aim to provide a rewarding and varied work environment with assistance to achieve your career ambitions.
The role is a mixture of elective daytime Anaesthesia cases and resident full shift work providing emergency Anaesthesia services including nights and weekends. You will provide an anaesthetics service to Main Theatres, Day Surgery, Obstetrics, Intensive Care and Acute Pain.
This role is suited to doctors wishing to progress their careers and may wish to achieve FRCA or Membership of the Royal College or Anaesthetists or Membership of the Faculty of Intensive Care FFICM exam stages.
The department is relaxed, friendly and values work life balance. We perform approximately 18,000 operations each year with 750 Critical Care admissions (approx. 200 level 3).
Interview Date - Wednesday 20th December 2023
Main duties of the job
You will take part in the middle tier SAS annualised rota and deal with emergencies in the Emergency department and provide timely support to the junior doctors.
You must be comfortable working independently with distant supervision.
You will provide Anaesthetic services to Main Theatres, Day Surgery, Obstetrics and Intensive Care.
You must have a minimum of 4 years experience working as an Anaesthetist and in Intensive Care (ICU) toperform the initial stabilisation and safe intubation of ICU patients. The airway control is the responsibility of the Anaesthetists when working on-call.
You must have a recognised UK or EU resuscitation lifesaving qualification, such as ATLS, ALS or ETC (European Trauma Course)and hold full GMC registration with a licence to practice at the time of applying for this role.
The contract will be for 12 PA's per week including working evening, nights and weekends. This will include one Supporting PA (SPA) and allows time for pre-op and post-op visits.
There is usually scope for additional work if desired as the programmed working week is not onerous.
About us
As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.
The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.
There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan - there is truly something for everyone.
We really value the impact that you as a Specialty Doctor will have on our patients and services; we therefore offer an enhanced benefits package (subject to criteria) which includes:
- Welcome to Yeovil payment
- A generous relocation package
- 4 hours of paid time for professional development every week (SPA)
- £700 personal budget for training and development every year
Agency CV's will not be accepted for this role.
Please note we are not approved to support the GMC sponsorship route.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Experienced Anaesthetist for the normal range of surgical specialties and provide an Anaesthetic services to Main Theatres, Day Surgery, Obstetrics and Intensive Care.
Ability to work in Intensive Care. This post requires successful Anaesthesia applicants to be able to perform the initial stabilisation and intubation of ICU patients. Whilst there are other Junior Doctors on duty to assist with the medical care of ICU patients, the airway control and safe intubation of ICU patients is the responsibility of the Anaesthetists when on-call.
Additional experience, specifically in Obstetric Anaesthesia. The post holder must be able to deliver safe Anesthesia for caesarian sections, working relatively independently. The post holder must also be able to perform safe epidural analgesia for labour and childbirth, working relatively independently.
To have a recognised UK or EU resuscitation and lifesaving qualification, such as ATLS, ALS or ETC (European Trauma Course) at time of applying. Those without a current resuscitation qualification, or with a none-UK/EU qualification, will be required to successfully pass a UK/EU resuscitation course within six-months of appointment, in order to continue in their role. The requirement for a UK/EU resuscitation qualification is in order to maintain an objective and independent standard of clinical and communication skills, to enhance patient safety.
To participate in the teaching of Foundation and Junior Doctors at the bedside as well as to Medical Students.
To maintain a good working relationship with existing staff members in the hospital.
To attend other hospitals within the Trust if so requested by the supervising Consultant.
Will undertake, exceptionally, additional duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.
The post holders professional progress will be reviewed annually by the supervisory Consultant.
Successful applicants will usually be given an introductory period of working alongside a Consultant Anaesthetist in order to gain local familiarity, and to be assessed for safe clinical performance. This period is typically around 4 weeks, but can vary according to individual experience. After this initial period is completed, the post holder will work more independently, including working on-call shifts for emergency work. To continue in the role, applicants must successfully complete the introductory period, and be able to work safely with a degree of independence.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Experienced Anaesthetist for the normal range of surgical specialties and provide an Anaesthetic services to Main Theatres, Day Surgery, Obstetrics and Intensive Care.
Ability to work in Intensive Care. This post requires successful Anaesthesia applicants to be able to perform the initial stabilisation and intubation of ICU patients. Whilst there are other Junior Doctors on duty to assist with the medical care of ICU patients, the airway control and safe intubation of ICU patients is the responsibility of the Anaesthetists when on-call.
Additional experience, specifically in Obstetric Anaesthesia. The post holder must be able to deliver safe Anesthesia for caesarian sections, working relatively independently. The post holder must also be able to perform safe epidural analgesia for labour and childbirth, working relatively independently.
To have a recognised UK or EU resuscitation and lifesaving qualification, such as ATLS, ALS or ETC (European Trauma Course) at time of applying. Those without a current resuscitation qualification, or with a none-UK/EU qualification, will be required to successfully pass a UK/EU resuscitation course within six-months of appointment, in order to continue in their role. The requirement for a UK/EU resuscitation qualification is in order to maintain an objective and independent standard of clinical and communication skills, to enhance patient safety.
To participate in the teaching of Foundation and Junior Doctors at the bedside as well as to Medical Students.
To maintain a good working relationship with existing staff members in the hospital.
To attend other hospitals within the Trust if so requested by the supervising Consultant.
Will undertake, exceptionally, additional duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.
The post holders professional progress will be reviewed annually by the supervisory Consultant.
Successful applicants will usually be given an introductory period of working alongside a Consultant Anaesthetist in order to gain local familiarity, and to be assessed for safe clinical performance. This period is typically around 4 weeks, but can vary according to individual experience. After this initial period is completed, the post holder will work more independently, including working on-call shifts for emergency work. To continue in the role, applicants must successfully complete the introductory period, and be able to work safely with a degree of independence.
Person Specification
Supporting Statement
Essential
- Supporting Statement that reflects clinical skills and JD requirements
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Primary Medical Degree
- Full Registration with the GMC and hold a licence to practice at time of applying.
- UK ATLS or ALS, or EU equivalent.
Desirable
- FRCA Part 1, or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 4 years' experience working as an Anaesthetist post medical degree
- Demonstrate ability to complete ASA I-III theatre cases relatively independently, including caesarian section Anaesthesia, and labour epidurals.
- Demonstrate ability to perform initial safe induction of Anaesthesia and airway management of ASA I-IV intensive-care cases independently
Desirable
- Experience of working in the UK or EU or equivalent health care system other than a Clinical Attachment.
Skills, Ability and Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates effective commmunication in English, both written and oral.
- Demonstrates willingness and ability to fulfil the key elements of the job description
- Evidence of ability to analyse and diagnose situations and prioritise and act accordingly
Desirable
- Demonstrate good team work and team building
Audit
Desirable
- Knowledge of multidisciplinary clinical audit principles and evidence of direct involvement in a specific audit in the last 18 months.
Teaching
Desirable
- Evidence of interest and experience in teaching appropriate to Medical students and Doctors in training and the multidisciplinary team (where required).
Person Specification
Supporting Statement
Essential
- Supporting Statement that reflects clinical skills and JD requirements
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Primary Medical Degree
- Full Registration with the GMC and hold a licence to practice at time of applying.
- UK ATLS or ALS, or EU equivalent.
Desirable
- FRCA Part 1, or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 4 years' experience working as an Anaesthetist post medical degree
- Demonstrate ability to complete ASA I-III theatre cases relatively independently, including caesarian section Anaesthesia, and labour epidurals.
- Demonstrate ability to perform initial safe induction of Anaesthesia and airway management of ASA I-IV intensive-care cases independently
Desirable
- Experience of working in the UK or EU or equivalent health care system other than a Clinical Attachment.
Skills, Ability and Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates effective commmunication in English, both written and oral.
- Demonstrates willingness and ability to fulfil the key elements of the job description
- Evidence of ability to analyse and diagnose situations and prioritise and act accordingly
Desirable
- Demonstrate good team work and team building
Audit
Desirable
- Knowledge of multidisciplinary clinical audit principles and evidence of direct involvement in a specific audit in the last 18 months.
Teaching
Desirable
- Evidence of interest and experience in teaching appropriate to Medical students and Doctors in training and the multidisciplinary team (where required).
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
