Consultant Anaesthetist; Airway, Radiology & Upper GI

Position: Consultant Anaesthetist (Airway, Radiology & Upper GI)
Job summary

This is a full time substantive post. The post is for ten sessions per week of which, typically, seven will be for direct clinical care (DCC) and three for supporting professional activity (SPA), as specified in the Welsh Consultant contract.

The post will have a commitment to Anaesthesia for theatre with a sub speciality interest in Airway management, Radiology and Upper GI Anaesthesia The remaining DCC sessions will be for General Anaesthesia, for a mix of elective lists which may include at least one fixed flexible session. This is open to negotiation depending on the interests of the successful candidate and the needs of the department.

The seven DCC sessions equate to four (half day) Clinical Sessions and participation in the Consultant General/Obstetric on call rota.

The on call requirement for this post is to join the General Anaesthetic & Obstetric on call rota. This is currently a 1:11 rota. Duties are to provide cover for emergency Anaesthesia for all surgical specialities including District General Hospital (DGH) level paediatrics. There is a separate Consultant on call rota for Critical Care.

Main duties of the jobYour line manager will be the Lead Clinician of the Anaesthetics Department.

You would be expected to contribute to Clinical and Educational activities within the department and assist in the supervision and teaching of the Departments Resident Doctors To contribute, to local Clinical Governance activities including Quality Improvement projects, Clinical Audit and Clinical Risk Initiatives.

You will be expected to participate in an Annual Appraisal and work towards Revalidation as guided by the GMC. SPA time is allocated for this and the Health Board uses a computer based system for the Appraisal process.

You will be required to co-operate with local management in the efficient running of services.

Subject to the Terms and Conditions of Service you will be expected to observe policies and procedures of the Health Board, drawn up in consultation with the profession where they involve clinical matters.

You will be expected to pursue local and national employment and personnel policies and procedures in the management of employees of the Health Board.

The Anaesthetic Department has a cohesive and supportive approach. Mentorship is available to those who wish it by trained members within the Department.

About us Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) is Wales's largest health organisation, with a budget of over 2.4 billion and a workforce of over 20,000 staff.

BCUHB provides a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and specialist hospital services for the population of North Wales, across 3 acute hospitals and a network of community hospitals, health centres, clinics, and mental health units. It also co-ordinates or provides the work of GP practices and NHS services provided by dentists, opticians, and pharmacists across the region.

The Health Board is an integrated health system that strives for excellent, compassionate care delivered in partnership with the public sector and other statutory and third sector organisations.

Details Date posted
17 August 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade Consultant Salary
114,099 to 166,585 a year

per annum pro rata

Contract Permanent Working  pattern

Full-time

Reference number
050-WXM-ANAESAIR-0726

Job locations

Wrexham Maelor Hospital Croesnewydd RoadWrexhamLL
13 7TD
United Kingdom Job description

Job responsibilities

Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached

Job Description and Person Specification for further information.

If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.

Informal conversations are encouraged prior to applying.
Job description
Job responsibilities

Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached

Job Description and Person Specification for further information.

If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.

Informal conversations are encouraged prior to applying.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential Full GMC Specialist Registration in Anaesthetics or due to obtain CCT within 6 months of interview date. CESR applicants must have GMC Specialist Registration at the point of application FRCA or equivalent Diploma Minimum of 7 years' experience in anaesthesia

Minimum of 1 year worked within NHSDesirable

Additional degree or post-graduate qualification (MRCP, MD etc)
Post-Graduate Prizes

Clinical Skills and Training

Essential Smooth progression through training consistent with personal circumstancesAPLS, ALS and ATLS provider (or equivalent)
Completion of stage 3 anaesthetic training

Desirable

Relevant medical experience outside anaesthesiaSIA in upper GI surgery, airway and sedation

Teaching Experience

Essential Evidence of achieving GMC…