Consultant - Anaesthetics with an Interest in Vascular and CPEX
We are looking to appoint consultants in anaesthetics with an interest in:
* General
* Perioperative medicine including cardiopulmonary exercise testing and high-risk pre-assessment
* Vascular anaesthesia
* Management
* Teaching
The posts are full-time, comprising 10 Programmed Activities (PAs). 7.5 PAs will be dedicated to anaesthetic sessions, with on-call duties expected. 1 PA is allocated to this commitment, and 1.5 PAs to supporting professional activities (SPA).
Candidates should be able to start from October 2025 onwards.
Main duties of the job
The posts are full-time, comprising 10 Programmed Activities (PAs). 7.5 PAs will be dedicated to anaesthetic sessions. The post holder is expected to undertake general on-call duties. 1 PA is allocated to this commitment. The remaining 1.5 PAs will be allocated to supporting professional activities (SPA).
Please see attached Job description for further information.
About us
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer, awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We offer development opportunities and a range of professional, management, leadership, and clinical training.
We value work-life balance, supporting flexible working patterns to meet individual and service needs.
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Job responsibilities
The post arises due to expansion of theatre activity and retirements.
Job Planning:
The Job Plan will be a prospective agreement outlining duties, responsibilities, and objectives, including clinical work, teaching, research, education, and management. It will specify commitments and personal objectives, with adjustments subject to approval.
One half-day per month is dedicated to audit and teaching, during which routine work is suspended. Attendance is expected from all staff except those on emergency cover or leave. Departmental meetings occur at this time. Teaching is considered part of Supporting Professional Activities (SPA).
Please see attached Job description for further information.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Full GMC registration
* FRCA or equivalent
* Listed on GMC UK Specialist Register (UKSR) or within 6 months of gaining CCT in Anaesthesia at interview
* MRCP or similar
* Qualification in regional anaesthesia
Experience
* Experience managing elective and emergency vascular lists independently
* Experience running cardiopulmonary exercise testing clinics independently
* Provider status in ATLS, ALS, and PALS (or equivalent)
* Willingness to teach undergraduate and postgraduate trainees, especially in weekly protected sessions
* Experience with audit and understanding of Clinical Governance and evidence-based practice
* Faculty in teaching courses
* Postgraduate teaching qualification
Skills and Knowledge
* Strong written and oral communication skills
* Ability to organise and develop services
* Understanding NHS hospital structures and willingness to participate in departmental and hospital roles
* Management experience
* CPET training or accreditation
* Experience conducting high-risk anaesthetic clinics
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure check will be required to identify any criminal convictions.
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