Clinical Fellow in Regional Anaesthesia

Clinical Fellow in Regional Anaesthesia | Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Company: Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Salary: £55,355 - £77,348 per annum
Hours: Full-time
Location: Frimley, GU16 7UJ
Job type: Contract
Posting date: 2 Oct 2026
Closing date: 1 Nov 2026

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Summary

We have a new opportunity to join our Anaesthesia Team at Frimley Park Hospital as a Clinical Fellow in Regional Anaesthesia.

The post is for 12 months commencing either August 2027, February 2028 or August 2028.

The Fellowship is aimed at senior trainees who are in possession of the FRCA (or equivalent) or CCT holders seeking specialised training in regional anaesthesia. The Fellowship can be adapted to support the Fellow in developing specific interests.

This Fellowship provides advanced training in regional anaesthesia, enabling the post-holder to develop expertise in ultrasound-guided nerve blocks and continuous catheter techniques while working towards the ESRA Diploma.

The role includes hands-on clinical practice, opportunities to teach on local training courses, and involvement in research, audit and service development projects.

Why Join Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust?

At Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, our people are at the heart of everything we do.

As a Disability Confident Employer and recipient of the Gold Award in the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme, we actively champion equality, diversity and inclusion, creating opportunities for people from all backgrounds to build rewarding careers within the NHS.

We also recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance. By supporting flexible working arrangements wherever possible, we enable our colleagues to balance their professional and personal commitments while continuing to deliver outstanding care to our patients. Whether flexibility means adjusted hours, part-time working, hybrid arrangements or alternative working patterns, we work in partnership with our staff to meet both individual and service needs.

Join Us

Whether you're at the start of your career or looking for your next challenge, Frimley Health offers the opportunity to be part of an inclusive, forward-thinking organisation that is committed to excellence, innovation and compassionate care. Together, we can shape the future of healthcare and make a real difference to the lives of the communities we serve.

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Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full role details.

Key Requirements

• Mastery of a wide range of ultrasound-guided peripheral nerve blocks including advanced techniques and facial plane blocks.
• Demonstration of relevant sonoanatomy, probe selection, needling techniques, local anaesthetic injection and spread in the context of performing regional nerve blocks
• Ability to insert peri-neural catheters (e.g. upper and limb, rectus sheath and paravertebral) and manage their use post-operatively including ambulatory local anaesthesia pumps
• Demonstration of the use of ultrasound for neuraxial regional anaesthesia

This advert closes on Sunday 18 Oct 2026

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• Mastery ofa wide range of ultrasound-guided peripheral nerve blocks including advanced techniques and facial plane blocks.
• Demonstration of relevant sonoanatomy, probe selection, needling techniques, local anaesthetic injection and spread in the context of performing regional nerve blocks
• Ability to insert peri-neural catheters (e.g. upper and limb, rectus sheath and paravertebral) and manage their use post-operatively including ambulatory local anaesthesia pumps
  
  We have a new opportunity to join our Anaesthesia Team at Frimley Park Hospital as a Clinical Fellow in Regional Anaesthesia.
The post is for 12 months commencing either August 2027, February 2028 or August 2028. The Fellowship is aimed at senior trainees who are in possession of the FRCA (or equivalent) or CCT holders seeking specialised training in regional anaesthesia. The Fellowship can be adapted to support the Fellow in developing specific interests. This Fellowship provides advanced training in regional anaesthesia, enabling the post-holder to develop expertise in ultrasound-guided nerve blocks and continuous catheter techniques while working towards the ESRA Diploma. The role includes hands-on clinical practice, opportunities to teach on local training courses, and involvement in research, audit and service development projects. Why Join Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust? At Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As a Disability Confident Employer and recipient of the Gold Award in the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme, we actively champion equality, diversity and inclusion, creating opportunities for people from all backgrounds to build rewarding careers within the NHS. We also recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance. By supporting flexible working arrangements wherever possible, we enable our colleagues to balance their professional and personal commitments while continuing to deliver outstanding care to our patients. Whether flexibility means adjusted hours, part-time working, hybrid arrangements or alternative working patterns, we work in partnership with our staff to meet both individual and service needs. Join Us Whether you're at the start of your career or looking for your next challenge, Frimley Health offers the opportunity to be part of a inclusive, forward-thinking organisation that is committed to excellence, innovation and compassionate care. Together, we can shape the future of healthcare and make a real difference to the lives of the communities we serve. Frimley Health Trust benefits on Vimeo