Clinical Fellow with an interest in regional anaesthesia
Employer: Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Chester, United Kingdom
Salary: Competitive
Closing date: 2 May 2025
Job overview
The successful candidate will be a full appointment in anaesthesia on a fixed-term 12-month post. This role aims to enhance the quality of anaesthetic care and involves integrating with the existing anaesthetic team to provide comprehensive services. Opportunities include expanding experience in regional anaesthesia, vascular anaesthesia, obstetrics, and critical care within a district general hospital setting.
Main duties
The main responsibilities are detailed in the job description. The role involves a 48-hour workweek, including a 1:8 full shift on-call rota covering emergency theatre, intensive care airway management, or maternity services.
About us
The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust serves West Cheshire and Welsh patients, collaborating within the Cheshire and Merseyside Health and Care Partnership. It operates across three locations: the Countess of Chester Hospital, Ellesmere Port Hospital, and Tarporley War Memorial Hospital, employing over 6,258 staff to provide a wide range of services to a population of approximately 407,000 residents.
Job description
Responsibilities
See detailed Job Description. Recruitment is based on competence and values. Applicants must pay for their DBS check, with costs deducted over the first three months. Enrolment in the DBS Update Service is encouraged for a small annual fee.
Additional notes
Applicants are advised to apply early as the vacancy may close prior to the deadline if sufficient applications are received. Good luck with your application.
Person Specification
Essential qualifications:
* GMC registration with a licence to practice
* Experience working within the NHS
* HAS IAC in anaesthesia
Desirable qualifications:
* Primary FRCA, full FRCA, or international equivalent
Knowledge & Experience:
* Good verbal and written communication skills
* Attendance at educational meetings and CPD achievement
* Participation in audit or research
Skills & Abilities:
* Teamwork and interpersonal skills
* Teaching and training ability (desirable)
* Experience with obstetric anaesthetic competencies and intensive care (desirable)
Additional requirements
This post is subject to DBS checks and requires UK professional registration. Applications from those needing sponsorship are welcome, with further details available on the employer's website.
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