Job Summary
We are seeking a Specialty Doctor to join our middle grade rota. The appointee will be expected to provide anaesthesia for elective and emergency cases in all the surgical specialities represented on the Island and also contribute to the resident on call speciality doctor rota.
The on call speciality doctor rota provides anaesthetic cover for intensive care, anaesthetic support to labour ward and anaesthesia for emergency surgery. Speciality doctors may choose to work either 12 or 24 hour shifts when assigned to the on call rota.
The speciality doctor job plan is based on a 10 session (PA) contract. The job plan includes 1.5 PA for continuing professional development to facilitate revalidation.
All the standard modern equipment and drugs are available.
Main Duties of the Job
The appointee will be expected to provide anaesthesia for elective and emergency cases.
The department provides services for general, ophthalmic, maxilla-facial, ENT, urological, orthopaedic and gynaecological surgery. We also provide anaesthetic services to obstetrics, paediatrics, radiology, ECT and the ED. The relative geographical isolation means that all anaesthetists must maintain a wide range. The main theatre complex consists of 4 operating theatres and 2 separate day case operating theatres. There is a dedicated obstetric theatre and ophthalmologic theatre.
Contribution to the resident on call speciality doctor rota.
About Us
The Isle of Wight NHS Trust is the only integrated acute, community, mental health and ambulance health care provider in England. We serve a population of approximately 150,000 residents, making the services we offer variable and personalised with a flexible approach to our service users.
Working for our Trust brings a variety of benefits, including an onsite day nursery, cycle-to-work scheme, discounts at local businesses and gyms, and the opportunity to hire Trusts beach hut in Ryde. We offer flexible working opportunities, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement for you and if it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
The Isle of Wight is a unique and stunning gem located off the South Coast of England, a short ferry journey from Portsmouth and Southampton, with journey times taking from as little as 10 minutes. London can be reached in 90 minutes by rail from Southampton or Portsmouth. The island offers an amazing coastline with beautiful countryside, year-round events, festivals and award-winning attractions.
Our 2020-2025 strategy sets out to ensure that we continue to be a provider of excellent and compassionate care. As part of this strategy, we are proactively taking steps to ensure that we recruit and retain the highest quality of talent to provide CARE and we would welcome applications from under-represented groups to ensure our Trust is an inclusive and diverse employer.
Date Posted: 11 February 2025
Pay Scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Specialty Doctor
Salary: £52,530 to £82,400 a year per annum, depending on experience
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
Reference Number: 470-25-0069-TJ
Job Locations: St Marys Hospital, Parkhurst Road, Newport Isle of Wight, PO30 5TG
Person Specification
Experience Essential
* Core competencies and at least 4 years experience in General Anaesthesia.
* Core competencies in Obstetric Anaesthesia.
* Core competencies in Intensive Care Medicine.
* Practical skills commensurate with the above.
* ALS Provider.
* Widespread broad based knowledge in all aspects of Anaesthesia & Intensive Care Medicine.
Knowledge and Skills Essential
* Demonstrate evidence of robust clinical audit practice and clinical governance.
* Commitment to medical education.
Qualifications Essential
* MBChB or equivalent.
* Full GMC Registration Licence to practice.
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.
Employer Details
Employer Name: Isle of Wight NHS Trust
Address: St Marys Hospital, Parkhurst Road, Newport Isle of Wight, PO30 5TG
Employer's Website: Isle of Wight NHS Trust
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