Consultant Anaesthetist (Ref: 209509)
Full-time or Flexible Part-Time Contract
Salary Range: £107,144 - £142,369 per annum (pro rata if applicable)
Plus: 8% On-call supplement, Distant Islands Allowance of £2,380 per annum (pro rata), and relocation assistance up to £8,000
About NHS Shetland
NHS Shetland is the most northerly Health Service in Scotland, offering a unique setting to develop your career. With approximately 700 staff serving 23,000 people across 15 islands, we pride ourselves on a highly integrated, person-centred, and multi-professional ethos that characterizes all aspects of our operations.
Job Role
We are seeking consultant anaesthetists to work at Gilbert Bain Hospital, Lerwick. The Anaesthetic Department provides comprehensive general anaesthetic and critical care services. Due to the remote nature of Shetland, anaesthetists will also provide an enhanced trauma resuscitation service, expertise in neonatal and paediatric resuscitation and stabilization, and adapt core anaesthetic skills to unpredictable and challenging clinical scenarios outside the traditional theatre environment.
Contract Details
Full-time posts are available, with discussions possible for alternative working arrangements, including annualised hours or alternative contracts.
Pro-rata annual leave applies, including 2 full weeks of study leave.
Application and Enquiries
For more information or informal enquiries, contact Dr. Kirsty Brightwell, Medical Director, or Dr. Catriona Barr, Consultant Anaesthetist, via email at .
Important Dates
- Closing Date: 01/06/25
- Interview Date: 17/06/25
Support
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Additional Information
Details of all NHS Scotland Medical Vacancies can be found at .
Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update before a formal offer of employment.
We promote equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.