A Vacancy at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
The post holders will take part in a 1 in 8 full shift rota, covering the middle grade obstetric anaesthesia rota. The post holder will provide labour analgesia, anaesthesia for patients going to LW theatres and be part of the MDT caring for complex obstetric patients with the support of the Senior Anaesthetic Registrar on the main side. The role will be adjusted to suit the experience and individual interests and training needs of the candidate. Successful candidates working at CT2 level will be appointed as a Junior Clinical Fellow whilst those with more experience will be offered a Senior Clinical Fellow post.
All post holders will be assigned an Educational Supervisor.
This new post will be ideal for those applying for ST4 posts as it offers time during the working week to pursue project work in additional to clinical duties.
Please note that you will not be considered if you don't meet the below requirements:
1. 18 months of anaesthesia experience
2. Equivalent of IACOA (Initial Assessment of Competence in Obstetric Anaesthesia)
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust provide services from two main hospitals, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital, and a number of clinics across London and the South-East.
We have nearly 6,000 members of staff that care for nearly one million people locally, regionally, nationally and internationally. Both hospitals provide full clinical services, including full maternity, emergency and children’s, in addition to a range of community-based services across London, such as award-winning sexual health and HIV clinics.
We are one of the best performing Foundation Trusts in London for A&E waiting times, and mortality rates are better than average. Since the Care Quality Commission last inspected our hospitals we have taken on responsibility for a range of new services. Our new services include:
• Cardiac catheter service and a paediatric assessment unit on the West Middlesex site
• Surgical assessment unit on the Chelsea site
• New sexual health clinic at 10 Hammersmith Broadway
• Virtual fracture clinics
• Learning disabilities passports
Plans are in place for a £20 million expansion to critical care facilities and refurbishment of the children’s unit at West Middlesex, both in partnership with the Trust’s dedicated charity CW+.
• Day Time sessions will be in Operating theatres and/or obstetrics depending on the interests of the candidate and the needs of the Department. Most of the sessions will be under a direct supervision of a consultant.
• Candidates with a strong aptitude for Research, Audit or Quality Improvement Projects will be supported during this post, allocated a mentor and allowed time during the working week to pursue specified projects.
• The post-holder will be expected to undertake pre and post-operative assessment of patients and to liaise with surgical colleagues to ensure the most efficient use of the theatre resource.
• They must have a thorough up-to-date knowledge of resuscitation techniques and undertake to update these yearly. They will be encouraged to update their knowledge and skills regularly by attending appropriate courses/meetings.
• The post holder will be encouraged to attend and participate in Departmental teaching sessions, Journal Club meetings and morbidity/mortality meetings. For those without the FRCA, encouragement and help will be given to take this examination. They will be expected to take part in the regular audit meetings of the department and to be involved in organising and facilitating suitable audit projects for presentation.
• The post holder will be supported for the MTI application via the Royal College of Anaesthetists if required.
• The post holder will be expected to maintain their continuous professional development and time and funds will be given for study leave in line with Trust policy.
• The post holder should understand that flexibility is essential; They may be asked to accept additional duties in emergencies or unforeseen circumstances.
• This job description may be subject to change according to the varying needs of the service. Such changes will be made after discussion between the post holder and their manager.
• All duties must be carried out under supervision or within Trust policy and procedure. You must never undertake any duties that are outside your area of skill or knowledge level. If you are unsure you must seek clarification from a more senior member of staff.
This advert closes on Wednesday 14 May 2025
