Consultant Anaesthetist – Scotland – shifts – PAYE

Cpl UK Healthcare, formerly RIG Locums, works with NHS Trusts across the UK and private hospitals. We are currently recruiting a Consultant Anaesthetist to cover ad‑hoc shifts, including 24‑hour on‑calls, in the Scottish Highlands.

Role starts immediately and is for an initial two‑month period, covering 3‑5 shifts/on‑calls per week. The schedule will involve orthopaedics, plastics, urology, breast surgery, general surgery, maxillofacial surgery and ENT, with potential ICU and maternity cover. The consultant will be on site in the small unit.

• Provide anaesthesia for orthopaedic, plastic, urology, breast, general, maxillofacial, ENT, ICU and maternity procedures.
• Perform 24‑hour on‑call duties as required.
• Ensure compliance with NHS standards and policies.

• GMC registration with license to practice.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Minimum 6 months recent NHS experience as a consultant.
• Updated CV and two references.
• DBS or proof of being on the updated service system.
• Valid ALS certification.
• Availability to start immediately.

Payment: inside IR35, paid weekly via PAYE at rates approx £100-110 per hour.

This role is part of CPL UK Health's ongoing roster. For more information, contact Fiona on or email