To assist the lead in the development of regional anaesthesia services according to those agreed in the job plan Have the expertise to take lead in decision making about the suitability of high-risk patients Have the skills required to manage regional anaesthesia services, ensuing that they are delivered is safe and timely, benefiting both patients and the organisation Lead in developing and showcasing regional anaesthesia modules in line with the RCoA curriculum To provide anaesthetic services according to those agreed in the Job Plan and to take on-going responsibility for patients under your car To co-operate with the other (general) consultant anaesthetists to cover for annual, study and professional leav To deputise for absent colleagues (such as for sickness leave), as far as is practicable To ensure that there are adequate arrangements for hospital staff involved in the care of your patients to be able to contact you when necessary To actively engage in planning and delivering developments in the Critical Care Services Directorate for the Trust To develop & maintain such special skills and interests appropriate to the agreed overall development of the necessary anaesthesia skills as agreed at job planning & appraisal (Personal Development Plan)