Specialty Doctor in Anaesthesia, ITU and Obstetrics
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Leicester, LE1 5WW
Salary
£63,696 to £102,689
Contract
Fixed-Term
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
7 September 2026
7 days left
Job description
This is an exciting opportunity for doctors wishing to gain further experience in Anaesthesia, Obstetric Anaesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine. The ...
To participate in the first on call resident rotas for obstetric anaesthesia and ITU
To participate in the provision of elective and emergency theatre lists.
To undertake pre and post op visits.
To undertake supporting professional activities which might include; Audit, continuing professional development, teaching, appraisal, job planning, and research.
The post holder will be expected to work flexibly as the service demands require.
To fulfil clinical governance requirements.
To undertake mandatory training.
Provision of a safe and efficient anaesthetic and critical care service.
This job incorporates resident on call within a designated specialty doctor rota. Depending on skills and experience the post holder may be required to participate on other appropriate resident rotas.
The daytime work will include delivery suite and ITU duties and elective and emergency theatres lists. Depending on experience and service requirements the postholder will work on either accompanied lists with a consultant or have sole responsibility for a list.
On Appointment the successful candidate would be offered a 11.5pa per week contract including 10pa direct clinical care (DCC) and 1.5 pa of SPA time.
A standard 10pa contract will include 9 pas DCC and 1pa of SPA in accordance with the speciality doctors contract 2021.
This job may be suitable for an individual who wishes to gain experience and re-enter training or who wishes to gain experience and training with a view to applying for Article 14
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals
- high-quality care for all
- being a great place to work
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate
- we are proud
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
https: //www.uhleicester.nhs.uk
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- Primary FRCA or equivalent
- Completion of Foundation training
- ALS provider
- 4 years full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) at least 2 of which will be as a trainee in anaesthesia and should include at least 3 months of intensive care medicine training and Obstetric anaesthesia training.
- Basic level training certificate or equivalent
- RCOA basic level obstetric competency certificate or equivalent
- To be able to work at an appropriate level but with recourse to senior advice when necessary. Documented competencies in general adult anaesthesia and the key areas of basic specialist practice
Desirable
- UK Resuscitation Council ALS Course.
- Final FRCA or equivalent
- FICM Basic Level ICM competency or equivalent
- Peer review publications.
- Plan for further research
Teaching
Essential
- Evidence of teaching at an undergraduate or post graduate level and related professionals
Desirable
- Higher qualifications in Medical Education
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that is adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
- Clarity of communication and organisation.
- To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding.
Desirable
- Evidence of out of work interests.
Motivation
Essential
- Personal integrity and reliability
- Willingness to learn new skills
- Evidence of professional team working.
Desirable
- Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided
Management
Essential
- Understanding of the NHS, its strategy and current issues
Desirable
- Basic management training
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that is adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues.
- Clarity of communication and organisation.
- To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding.
Desirable
- Evidence of out of work interests.
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- This post requires an enhanced disclosure by enhanced disclosure criminal records certificates
How to apply
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Provenance
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First seen
24 August 2026
Last checked
26 August 2026
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