Overview
Are you passionate about improving the lives of people living with chronic pain? NHS Borders is seeking a dedicated and compassionate doctor to join our dynamic and multidisciplinary Chronic Pain Service at Borders General Hospital.
Location: Borders General Hospital, Melrose, TD6 9BS
Hours: 2 sessions per week (0.2 WTE)
Grade: Consultant (although all grades considered)
Closing Date: 24 October 2025
Interview Date: TBC – Early November 2025
About The Role
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a well-established secondary care service that prioritises self-management, education, and holistic care.
You Will
* Run outpatient clinics independently and jointly with other team members.
* Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings and service development.
* Contribute to patient group sessions and education programmes.
* Engage in triage of referrals and formulation of individualised pain management plans.
About You
* We welcome applications from doctors of all grades who hold full GMC registration.
* Are enthusiastic about developing expertise in chronic pain management.
* Demonstrate excellent communication, adaptability, and teamwork skills.
* Formal chronic pain qualifications are not essential—apprenticeship-style learning and mentorship will be provided.
The Team
* Consultant Anaesthetist
* Clinical Nurse Specialist
* Physiotherapist
* Occupational Therapist
* Secretary
* Newly developed Pharmacist post
* Links with Pain Association Scotland
Why NHS Borders?
Located in the scenic Scottish Borders, our hospital offers excellent facilities, a strong educational programme, and a vibrant community. With easy access to Edinburgh via the Borders Railway, you can enjoy rural living with city convenience.
Informal Enquiries And Visits
Dr Jonathan Aldridge, Clinical Director – 01896 826322
Dr Shona Smith, Consultant Anaesthetist – 01896 826322
Chronic Pain Service Team – 01896 826323
Disclosure and right to work information: It is essential to check right to work in the UK and PVG requirements. See GOV.UK and Disclosure Scotland changes for details. Sponsorship may be possible in certain cases; however, this depends on eligibility and sponsorship status. For more information on these criteria, please refer to the GOV.UK site.
We cannot accept late applications, so please submit early.
NHS Scotland is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of society.
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