Overview
This is a new post for an anaesthetist with a specialist interest in Pain Management. The post holder will provide high quality care for patients within the Anaesthetic Department and perioperative care for elective and emergency patients across the range of specialties available within the QE Hospital. The candidate will join a team of consultants and other professionals with an interest in Acute and Chronic Pain Management. On‑call commitment is on the theatre/obstetric rota with rotational commitments on the weekend Trauma rota. The post holder will work flexibly with their Consultant colleagues within the wide remit of the Department's activity. A formal job plan will be agreed on appointment.
Job Details
Date posted 02 March 2026
Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade Consultant
Salary £109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum
Contract Permanent
Working pattern Full-time
Reference number 297-7775132
Job locations Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Queen Elizabeth Avenue, Gateshead, NE9 6SX
Job Description
Job responsibilities The advertised post of a Consultant in Anaesthetics with an interest in Pain Medicine is based at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Gateshead. Please refer to the job description and people specification for details.
Person Specification
Essential
* Full GMC Registration, with licence to practice
* Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for Anaesthesia, or within 6 months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training at time of interview
* FRCA or equivalent
* Completion of Advanced level training in Pain Medicine
Desirable
* Higher postgraduate qualification in Pain Medicine
* Formal teaching qualification or instructor status for relevant courses (e.g. ALS, ATLS)
* Evidence of experience or additional qualification in Regional Anaesthesia and/or Interventional Pain Management
Other Information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be made to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Employer Details
Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust
Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Queen Elizabeth Avenue, Gateshead, NE9 6SX
Website: https://www.qegateshead.nhs.uk
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