Job Overview An opportunity has arisen to join the outstanding Anaesthetic team at Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust. The successful applicants will have experience of anaesthetics, have completed Stage 1 training and be in a position to join the obstetrics on-call team as well as cover general on-call duties at the RUH Bath. This is a non-training post that offers excellent learning opportunities including supervised clinical training and non-clinical training. This is an ideal post for gaining further anaesthetics competencies or to further a career in anaesthetics. There are a number of exciting developments within the department and this post would lend itself to someone interested in leading quality improvement and service development. These opportunities can be discussed further at interview. There may be opportunities to undertake a simulation or research element as part of this role. This can be discussed further during the application process. The department has an excellent track record in supporting trainees through postgraduate exams and success in gaining the next post on the training scheme. Main duties of the job Daytime duties consist of supervised theatre lists, anaesthetic clinics and acute pain work. This will be a mixture of training lists and service provision. The successful applicant will be part of the on-call rota with a maximum frequency of 1:8. It would be expected that this would include Obstetric Anaesthesia (although not exclusively) and may involve supervising less experienced anaesthetists when on on call. Full consultant support is available when on call. By mutual agreement there may be the opportunity to undertake training in ICU to support a successful candidates individual development needs. Working for our organisation At the RUH we’re proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone’s contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on. We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks – celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger. A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We’ve even got a pool! We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we’re providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research. Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role. Person specification Qualifications And Experience Essential criteria 3 years Anaesthetics and ICU Experience Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practice Completion of Stage 1 Anaesthetics Training Experience in Obstetric Anaesthesia Desirable criteria Primary FRCA completion Teaching, Reasearch and Quality Improvement Essential criteria Willingness and ability to teach others Awareness of and involvement in research Contributes to quality improvement in current role Desirable criteria Formal training in teaching or teaching qualification. Coordinates, plans and delivers teaching. Track record of contribution to research including leading or coordinating research and publication in scientific journals. Significant contribution to quality improvement or service development Please note - Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered unless an alternative right to work solution can be provided. Candidates requiring sponsorship (or will need sponsorship at the end of a current visa e.g. those with graduate visa's) should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying: Prove your right to work to an employer: Overview - GOV.UK Applicant requirements You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Documents to download Job description & Person Specification (PDF, 221.5KB) Trust Doctor Term and Conditions (PDF, 725.1KB) Join the RUH (PDF, 1.1MB) Further details / informal visits contact Name Tim Cominos Job title College Tutor and Consultant Anaesthetist Email address Timothy.cominos@nhs.net Telephone number 01225825056 Additional information College tutor Dr Pete Steed is also available to discuss the details of the post and is contactable on peter.steed@nhs.net The ICU Faculty Tutor is Dr Charlie Pope contactable on charlie.pope@nhs.net