Location
London

Hours
This is a whole time 10 PA (programmed activities) substantive post with an optional extra 2 PA. The post holder will be expected to cover theatre lists independently as per an agreed job plan. The role includes flexibility to accommodate evolving departmental needs, including 7-day working delivery. Occasionally, the specialty doctor may participate in a 1:8 on-call rota for senior obstetric cover. Following satisfactory review, the post holder may be invited to support the non-resident general consultant on-call rota overnight, supervised by a consultant anaesthetist either locally or remotely. The job plan will be mutually agreed and can evolve over time.

Salary
£61,542 per annum

About the Role
This Specialty Doctor post offers the opportunity to work independently and unsupervised within a dynamic anaesthesia department. The post holder will be encouraged to participate in formal educational sessions, clinical governance, and quality improvement activities. Support will be considered for suitably experienced appointees wishing to pursue the PMETB Article 14 route to specialist registration, including educational supervision and career guidance. Training to become clinical and educational supervisors will be encouraged to enable formal teaching of trainees and medical students. The appointment will be made under the terms of the 2021 SAS contract.

Experience
Applicants must be able to work independently and unsupervised in an anaesthesia setting. Experience relevant to the Specialty Doctor role is essential.

About you
- Flexible and adaptable to changing program activities and 7-day working patterns following mutual discussion
- Motivated to participate in clinical governance, quality improvement, and educational activities
- Willingness to undertake training as clinical and educational supervisors to support teaching of trainees and medical students

Qualifications
Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and a licence to practice are mandatory. The appointment will be made under the 2021 SAS contract. Support may be provided for those pursuing the PMETB Article 14 route to specialist registration.