Job Summary
Specialist Doctor with an interest in Airway
Anaesthetics Dept
Permanent contract
We have an exiting opportunity for a Specialist Grade Dr for Anaesthesia
10PA to be worked Across Both Sites
Main duties of the job
- There are a total of 27 anaesthetic consultants employed across the two sites; 14 at STH and 13 at EGH. There are up to 18 anaesthetists in training who rotate between the two sites but cover on-calls at STH. There are 7 other anaesthetists at STH and 21 at EGH (Specialists/SAS/SD and Clinical Fellows). There are a total of seven operating theatres at STH (including two on labour ward), two at QMH and eight at EGH (including one on labour ward). Specialties at EGH include general surgery, colorectal, urology, gynaecology, orthopaedics (elective), ophthalmology, ENT, cardioversions and dental lists. General anaesthesia is also given in endoscopy. Specialties at STH include emergency surgery, trauma/orthopaedic surgery, gynaecology, renal access ophthalmology with paediatric day surgery (ENT, dentals, endoscopy, urology, ophthalmology and general surgery) undertaken at QMH. Anaesthesia is also administered in obstetrics (both main sites) and radiology (STH).
About us
St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
Date posted
01 April 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£96,990 to £107,155 a year 10 PA + LDW
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
343-MED-756
Job locations
Cross Site
Wrythe Lane
Carshalton
SM5 1AA
Job Description
Job responsibilities
- Both sites have an emergency department and provide obstetric services. Between October 2023 and September 2024, the department provided anaesthetic services to approximately 13,500 patients undergoing elective surgery and 3500 undergoing emergency surgery. There were approximately 4000 deliveries at the trust (1500 at EGH and 2500 at STH) with a caesarean rate of 42%, 20% being elective. Critical care, anaesthesia, theatres and pain services are delivered on both sites as part of the CCATP directorate. The Clinical Director leads the clinical governance process for CCATP and is responsible for the governance of the anaesthetic department.
Job description Job responsibilities
- Both sites have an emergency department and provide obstetric services. Between October 2023 and September 2024, the department provided anaesthetic services to approximately 13,500 patients undergoing elective surgery and 3500 undergoing emergency surgery. There were approximately 4000 deliveries at the trust (1500 at EGH and 2500 at STH) with a caesarean rate of 42%, 20% being elective. Critical care, anaesthesia, theatres and pain services are delivered on both sites as part of the CCATP directorate. The Clinical Director leads the clinical governance process for CCATP and is responsible for the governance of the anaesthetic department.
Person Specification
Essential Essential
- Full registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council
- Minimum of 12 years medical experience since primary medical qualification
- Minimum of 6 years as SAS grade or equivalent in anaesthesia
Desirable
- Demonstrated ability to provide safe and effective immediate care for critically ill patients of all ages
- Post-graduate professional qualification in Anaesthesia
Clinical Experience Essential
- Advanced airway management skills
- Demonstrates ability to manage patients with complex needs whilst remaining aware of own limitations
- Ability to lead resuscitation teams and safely transfer critically ill patients
- Communicates effectively with patients, relatives and carers, placing them at the centre of the care pathway
- Previous experience of working in the NHS
Education and Training Essential
- Meets the requirements of a sessional supervisor, as defined by the RCOA
- Creates effective learning opportunities for medical and para-medical colleagues
Desirable
- Life support instructor
- Meets the requirements of a Clinical/ Educational Supervisor, as defined by the GMC
- Plans and provides effective teaching and training activities
Patient Safety Essential
- Active and consistent engagement with local quality improvement projects.
Desirable
- Participates in regional or national quality improvement projects
Ledaership and team working Essential
- Demonstrated ability to develop effective relationships across teams, contributing to their successful working
- Ability to lead diverse teams within all areas of the hospital
Desirable
- Undertaken training in management and/or teamworking
Research Essential
- Keeps up-to -date with current research and best practice
Desirable
- Undertakes significant involvement in clinical research
Person Specification Essential Essential
- Full registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council
- Minimum of 12 years medical experience since primary medical qualification
- Minimum of 6 years as SAS grade or equivalent in anaesthesia
Desirable
- Demonstrated ability to provide safe and effective immediate care for critically ill patients of all ages
- Post-graduate professional qualification in Anaesthesia
Clinical Experience Essential
- Advanced airway management skills
- Demonstrates ability to manage patients with complex needs whilst remaining aware of own limitations
- Ability to lead resuscitation teams and safely transfer critically ill patients
- Communicates effectively with patients, relatives and carers, placing them at the centre of the care pathway
- Previous experience of working in the NHS
Education and Training Essential
- Meets the requirements of a sessional supervisor, as defined by the RCOA
- Creates effective learning opportunities for medical and para-medical colleagues
Desirable
- Life support instructor
- Meets the requirements of a Clinical/ Educational Supervisor, as defined by the GMC
- Plans and provides effective teaching and training activities
Patient Safety Essential
- Active and consistent engagement with local quality improvement projects.
Desirable
- Participates in regional or national quality improvement projects
Ledaership and team working Essential
- Demonstrated ability to develop effective relationships across teams, contributing to their successful working
- Ability to lead diverse teams within all areas of the hospital
Desirable
- Undertaken training in management and/or teamworking
Research Essential
- Keeps up-to -date with current research and best practice
Desirable
- Undertakes significant involvement in clinical research
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Cross Site
Wrythe Lane
Carshalton
SM5 1AA
Employer's website
https://www.epsom-sthelier.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)
