About this role
Job summary
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (BHNFT) is delighted to be looking to appoint one whole-time Consultant in Anaesthesia to join our team. This post is to allow expansion of anaesthetic services to meet activity and service specification demands and includes the flexibility to spend a significant amount of time within the job plan to allow for engagement within a specialist area of your choice with particular reference to Obstetric anaesthesia, Trauma and Orthopaedics anaesthesia and Perioperative medicine.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within our close knit anaesthetic and intensive care team at a thriving district general hospital, while pursuing a significant sub-specialty interest. This post will suit an appropriately trained clinician with CCT or equivalent in anaesthesia.
The prospective candidate will enjoy the following benefits depending on subspecialty of choice:
Dedicated sessions on Labour ward.
2PA/week dedicated clinical time to perioperative medicine
Support and help to further develop a specialised area of your choice.
Regular in-house teaching and training with regular ICM and Anaesthetic journal clubs.
Easy to access study leave to attend major conferences.
The post will appeal to a clinician who is looking to join a forward-thinking, motivated and friendly department who, in addition to striving for the best possible patient care, is keen to join a team of like-minded individuals.
Main duties of the job
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical Services
To provide, along with colleagues, an efficient and effective Anaesthetic service to Barnsley Hospital
Provide anaesthetic services and assist in coordinating their delivery within the Trust, with a special interest in an area of choice
Advise clinical colleagues on matters within his/her particular spheres of interest.
To work closely with all members of the anaesthetic and theatre team in order to provide a comprehensive, high quality service in all clinical areas.
Training and Education
To participate in the teaching and training programmes including:
Joint responsibility for the training and education of the non-consultant medical staff within the department.
Contribute to the training of medical students, nurses, theatre staff and paramedics.
Involvement in post-graduate and continuing professional development for the department and Trust.
To participate in the formal appraisal of junior medical staff in accordance with the guidelines from the Royal College of Anaesthetists and the Regional Postgraduate Dean. Develop as an Educational Supervisor.
About us
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the best Place to Work.
We scored best in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make to each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone.
We are proud of the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities.
There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation.
Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants.
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility.
The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.
Please note we reserve the right to close positions early
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the Job description and person specification for this post can be found under the supporting document section.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Satisfactory completion of training as required by the Royal College of Anaesthetists as assessed by the College assessor. Suitable experience in all areas of clinical practice required for the post. Additional training/experience in the area of subspecialty experience.
Qualifications Essential
FRCA or equivalent with CCT in Anaesthetics at the time of commencing the post. Registered with the General Medical Council and on the Specialist Register (within 6 months of interview)
Attitude Essential
Demonstrates commitment to the post applied for. Has ability to empathise and interact effectively with patients and the multidisciplinary team Shows concern for excellence and is able to set, prioritise and monitor performance against objectives. Good team player Is able to gain the commitment of others including peers and patients, presenting themselves positively and showing self-confidence and personal drive Is able to manage personal emotions and stress when under pressure. Accepts responsibility for their own personal and professional development as well as the development of others Is able to develop ideas using different perspectives or angles to look at situations and is capable of reaching the best decision from a range of options
Skills Essential
Clinical competence and appropriate training in the range of clinical practice required of the post. Be able to effectively supervise trainees with their clinical practice within the anaesthetic department. The passion and ability to teach and develop junior medical staff, clinical support staff and medical students and enhance their performance. The ability to create, enhance and maintain effective working relationships.
Desirable
The ability to identify the need for and to initiate and implement change and improvement in clinical services. The ability to plan, allocate and evaluate work.
Knowledge Essential
Is on the GMC specialist register or eligible for admission to the register.
Desirable
Knowledge and understanding of the statutory and regulatory environment within which the medical services operate within the NHS. A relevant PGCert or higher, or in progress Evidence of commitment to education and training Evidence of commitment to the chosen subspecialty interest Evidence of higher training and qualifications in the chosen subspecialty interest.
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.
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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 Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)