This position is Fixed term until 23/05/2027 covering maternity leave
Overview
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust is one of the newest acute hospital trusts in England, formed on 1 April 2017. The Trust runs Peterborough City Hospital, Hinchingbrooke Hospital and Stamford & Rutland Hospital, serving approximately 700,000 residents. The Department of Anaesthesia has 45 consultants and undertakes all surgical specialities except cardio‑thoracic and neurosurgery, with a total workload of 22,000 operations per annum, 2,500 emergency cases and 5,500 obstetric deliveries, and both acute and chronic pain services.
The department operates a 16‑bed Critical Care Unit providing a mix of level 2 and level 3 beds.
Responsibilities
The On‑Call Anaesthesia Consultant is resident every day between 0800 and 2300, and the On‑Call Critical Care Consultant between 0800 and 2200. The post holder will work flexibly, deputising in theatre for consultant absences and providing on‑call cover for obstetrics and ICU at a level equivalent to ST4–8 or registrar grade. There may be opportunities to continue or develop a sub‑specialty.
Qualifications
Applicants must be Anaesthesia trainees holding the Royal College of Anaesthetists’ (RCOA) Basic Level Training Certificate (or equivalent), be competent in Critical Care and have passed the IACOA.
Applicants should have full GMC registration, completed at least two years of training in RCOA‑recognised hospitals, and demonstrate comparable experience if overseas. The primary FRCA qualification is desirable and experience in obstetric anaesthesia and critical care is essential.
The department supports FRCA exams, provides audit, research, and educational activities, and encourages CT3 and ST4 competencies for curriculum change. A newly set up CESR pathway is also available.
Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.
Benefits
We offer a variety of benefits and a supportive, inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles.
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