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NHS HIGHLAND
Raigmore Hospital
Consultant in Paediatrics
Hours 40 hours per week
£107,144 - £142,369 per annum pro rata
Job Summary
NHS Highland is seeking to appoint a Consultant Paediatrician to join our supportive and dynamic team, based in Inverness. This is a 10 PA (8 DCC & 2 SPA) full-time post offering a unique opportunity to practise holistic, high-quality paediatric care across one of the most beautiful and varied regions in the UK.
About The Role
You will provide general paediatric care through outpatient clinics held at Raigmore Hospital and across our Rural General Hospitals. The role includes participation in the acute paediatric service through 'hot weeks' and non-resident on-call duties covering both the Neonatal Unit and Highland Children’s Unit. A robust middle-grade rota ensures a sustainable and well-supported workload.
This post is ideally suited to candidates with an interest in General Paediatrics and Neonatology, although there are opportunities to develop or maintain sub-specialty interests. Informal enquiries are strongly encouraged.
Our Team
* 12 hospital-based consultant paediatricians (6 WTE full-time, 2.9 WTE part-time, and 0.5 WTE combined post)
* 5 community-based consultant paediatricians (3.7 WTE, not involved in out-of-hours work)
* Collaborative working across hospital and community services
* Excellent links with tertiary centres in Glasgow and Edinburgh
Why NHS Highland?
NHS Highland offers an excellent work-life balance in a region renowned for outdoor activities such as hiking, climbing, skiing, cycling, and sailing. Inverness, the capital of the Highlands, is a thriving city with excellent schools, transport links, and a vibrant cultural scene including Eden Court Theatre and year-round festivals.
You’ll Enjoy
* Support for continuous professional development
* Opportunities for teaching, audit, and research
* A friendly and welcoming team committed to innovation and quality care
* A chance to live and work in one of the most scenic and rewarding locations in the UK
Apply Now
We welcome applications from enthusiastic and compassionate paediatricians committed to delivering excellent care to children and young people. For an informal discussion, please contact: Stuart McRitchie, Paediatric Business Manager (stuart.mcritchie@nhs.scot)
Closing date: 06/06/2025
Job Reference: MS14 216208
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
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