Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. We are appointing Consultant Anaesthetists in University Hospital Southampton. This large department offers all major specialties and there are opportunities for you to undertake a wide variety of work, including thoracic, orthopaedic/trauma, spinal & neurosurgery, vascular, ophthalmic anaesthesia, pre-assessment clinic and anaesthesia for endoscopy and interventional radiology.
We require the services of anaesthetists who can undertake weekend general/obstetric/neuro work to begin with. There are opportunities to join specialist on call rotas in due course, subject to mutual agreement with the Care Group Lead and the needs of the Trust. We cover surgical specialities at Lymington New Forest Hospital & the Hampshire Orthopaedic Centre, and sessions are available there. A wide range of anaesthetic skills are welcome.
We are committed to the well-being of our Consultants and to a work life balance in the detailed construction of job plans. Although we are a large department, we offer a supportive environment with a culture of collaboration and cooperation. We are passionate about patient care and believe that is best achieved by well-supported staff.
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and, in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and the Jurassic Coast are nearby, with living costs in the area generally lower than London and high local educational standards.
There is a need for a wide range of subspecialty areas, including major general surgery, vascular surgery, ophthalmic surgery, endoscopy, anaesthesia for neuro-surgery and neuro-radiology, spinal surgery, orthopaedic surgery and Major Trauma Centre work. We also cover multiple surgical specialities at dedicated elective sites such as Lymington New Forest Hospital and the Hampshire Orthopaedic Centre in Winchester.
Non-weekday working for this role will start with weekend elective and non-elective session cover. In the longer term there will be opportunities to move onto specialist on-call out-of-hours rota, although this is not mandatory. The job plan includes approximately 5 all-day lists per fortnight, with one long list likely to include an evening session. A pre-assessment clinic may be requested, which may be generic or aligned to the individual’s sub-specialty work.
Responsibilities
* Provide anaesthesia across a wide range of subspecialties, including thoracic, orthopaedic/trauma, spinal & neurosurgery, vascular, ophthalmic anaesthesia, endoscopy and interventional radiology.
* Undertake weekend general/obstetric/neuro work to start, with potential progression to specialist on-call rotas.
* Cover surgical specialties at Lymington New Forest Hospital and Hampshire Orthopaedic Centre, with sessions available at those sites.
* Participate in pre-assessment clinics and collaborate with sub-specialist teams as required.
* Contribute to a supportive, collaborative department culture with emphasis on staff well-being and work-life balance.
Qualifications and Skills
* Subspecialist skills are welcome; broad anaesthetic experience across major general surgery, vascular surgery, ophthalmic surgery, endoscopy, neuro-surgery, neuro-radiology, spinal and trauma care.
* Ability to work within and contribute to on-call rotas as agreed with the Care Group Lead and service needs.
* Commitment to patient care, safety, and continuous professional development.
Benefits and Environment
* Flexible working options considered in light of service needs.
* Supportive department with a focus on collaboration and professional development.
* NHS discounts, minimum 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and a generous pension scheme.
Location and Sites
Southampton site, with sessions at Lymington New Forest Hospital and the Hampshire Orthopaedic Centre in Winchester.
Job Plan and Schedule
The job plan includes approximately 5 all-day lists per fortnight, including at least one long list with an evening session. A pre-assessment clinic may be requested and may be generic or aligned to the selected sub-specialty work.
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Proposed interview date: 19 March 2026
This vacancy closes on or before 26 February 2026
This advert closes on Thursday 26 Feb 2026
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