Consultant Anaesthetist

Job Summary

Consultant Anaesthetist – Fixed Term (6 months, with potential for extension). Full time.

Location:

Southmead Hospital, Bristol. Salary: per annum.

Applications are invited for an exciting fixed term post at North Bristol NHS Trust. The post holder will have a varied programme covering a range of services dictated by their clinical interest and expertise. The Anaesthetic department is accredited and is going through re‑accreditation.

• Provide anaesthetic care across the following specialities: vascular, regional anaesthesia, colorectal, urology, orthopaedics, neurosurgery, vascular surgery, burns, burns, plastics, obstetric, and pain clinic.
• Support trauma and plastic surgery with regional anaesthesia services.
• Lead the colorectal centre’s Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) services.
• Contribute to the multidisciplinary care of the major trauma and bariatric units.
• Participate in research and clinical trials, particularly in neurosciences and spinal surgery.
• Manage on‑call duties in proximity to Southmead Hospital (within 30 minutes by road).

• MB BS (or equivalent).
• Full registration with the GMC.
• CCT in Anaesthesia and registration on the GMC Specialist Register at appointment; within six months of award if not yet obtained.
• Higher academic qualification such as MD or MS.
• Diploma or higher in teaching, or equivalent.
• European Diploma in Regional Anaesthesia.

• Minimum of 6 years postgraduate experience, including three years as a registrar.
• Experience in UK hospital systems and practices.
• Evidence of extensive experience in sub‑specialties (regional, obstetrics, neuro, POAC, general).
• CME training and audit project participation.
• Knowledge of contemporary NHS management and political context.

• Proven teaching ability for medical under‑graduates and postgraduates.
• Track record of research and peer‑reviewed publications.
• Effective communication skills with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels.

• Leadership ability and ability to work effectively within a team.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.

Contact Dr Clinton Lobo, Clinical Lead for Anaesthetics – Email: [email protected] Tel: .

COMMITTED TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES, JOB SHARE APPLICATIONS WELCOME.

Final date to receive applications: 25/03/2025 23:59.

Pre‑employment checks will be carried out. Applicants must meet the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act requirements.