About this role
Job summary
We are seeking enthusiastic specialty doctors in anaesthesia to work at the Trust's Musgrove Park Hospital site, joining a department of 50 consultants, 11 SAS doctors, and a large cohort of trainees in Anaesthesia, ICM and ACCS. We have 3 permanent and 1 fixed term, covering maternity leave, positions to fill. The ideal candidate will have 4 years of broad experience across the specialty including obstetrics and intensive care. Candidates must have completed minimum Core/Stage 1 Anaesthesia training, or equivalent, though we encourage and support candidates wishing to progress their careers further. This post may suit individuals who wish to settle long-term in one location, or someone who seeks to gain more experience before applying for a Specialty Training number.
Main duties of the job
The role will include:
*Working as an independent anaesthetist, with consultant support, in theatres, day surgery, labour ward, and intensive care.
*Undertaking pre-operative assessment, intraoperative and post-operative anaesthetic care of patients undergoing elective and emergency surgery.
*Attending cardiac arrests/trauma calls and supporting critically ill patients on the ward, in the Emergency Department, and the Cath Lab, out of hours when required to support the primary responder.
*Attending teaching sessions and departmental meetings.
*Participating in QI / audit, risk management, clinical governance, and teaching.
*Keeping up to date with mandatory training and ensure familiarity and compliance with relevant Trust policies and procedures (available on the Trust intranet).
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
Flexible working options to help you balance work and lifeNHS pension scheme for long-term financial securityGenerous annual leave allowance to recharge and relaxA strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potentialAdditionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Job description Job responsibilities For further details regarding this job role and person specification please refer to the attached job description.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Primary medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) Full GMC registration and Licence to Practice
Desirable
*Primary or Full FRCA, or equivalent *ALS / APLS / ATLS or equivalent
Experience Essential
*Satisfactory completion of Stage 1 training (core or ACCS), or equivalent, in Anaesthesia and ICM *Experience of safe, independent practice in anaesthesia *Experience in obstetric anaesthesia
Desirable
*Experience at specialty trainee / registrar level *Experience of working in the UK / NHS, other than a clinical attachment *Broad range of practical skills, including invasive line insertion, regional anaesthesia, use of ultrasound.
Additional Criteria Essential
*Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal English *Willingness and ability to fulfil the key elements of the job description *Ability to see patients as people, empathise, work co-operatively with others, open and non- defensive *Evidence of being a successful team player *Ability to use a non-judgemental approach to patients and colleagues regardless of their sexuality, ethnicity, disability, religious beliefs or financial status
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address Musgrove Park Hospital
Musgrove Road
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)