Specialty Doctor in Anaesthetics

The role will include:

• Working as an independent anaesthetist, with consultant support, in theatres, day surgery, labour ward, and intensive care.
• Undertaking pre-operative assessment, intraoperative and post-operative anaesthetic care of patients undergoing elective and emergency surgery.
• Attending cardiac arrests/trauma calls and supporting critically ill patients on the ward, in the Emergency Department, and the Cath Lab, out of hours when required to support the primary responder.
• Attending teaching sessions and departmental meetings.
• Participating in QI / audit, risk management, clinical governance, and teaching.
• Keeping up to date with mandatory training and ensure familiarity and compliance with relevant Trust policies and procedures (available on the Trust intranet).
  
  We are seeking enthusiastic specialty doctors in anaesthesia to work at the Trust's Musgrove Park Hospital site, joining a department of 50 consultants, 11 SAS doctors, and a large cohort of trainees in Anaesthesia, ICM and ACCS. The ideal candidate will have 4 years of broad experience across the specialty including obstetrics and intensive care. Candidates must have completed minimum Core/Stage 1 Anaesthesia training, or equivalent, though we encourage and support candidates wishing to progress their careers further. This post may suit individuals who wish to settle long-term in one location, or someone who seeks to gain more experience before applying for a Specialty Training number.
  
  At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer, Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.


• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.