Clinical Fellow in Anaesthetics

Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 14 May 2025

Job summary

Previous applicants need not apply

Liverpool Women's Hospital is offering a fixed term post (LAS CT2 /ST3 level and above) for an initial period of 6 months. The department provides anaesthesia for Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Gynae oncology for both elective and emergency patients.

Main duties of the job

It is expected that the trainee will work flexibly under the direction of theAnaesthesia and Theatres Directorate to provide anaesthetic services.Initially, all lists are under close supervision of a Consultant Anaesthetist, and depending on previous experience and competencies, the successful candidate will be expected to work unaccompanied. The work on delivery suite encompasses elective and emergency obstetric anaesthesia in supporting the busy unit.

There is a Full Shift pattern rota for the department. The successful candidate will be expected in the normal run of his/her duties and within the contract and job description, to cover for the occasional brief absences of a colleague as far as is practical. An EWTD compliant full shift rota is in place. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake emergency on-call, including attendance at cardiac arrest calls.

These duties will be located mainly at Liverpool Women's Hospital Crown Street.

About us

Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust delivers the highest standards of care for women, babies and families. Each year we deliver over 7,500 babies, carry out over 49,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly & preterm newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles and have over 4,000 genetic appointments taking place. We believe that this along with a strong dedication to research & innovation makes usthe specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.

We have some of the leading experts in their field, which has been showcased on national TV and news, making our teams famous across the world for professionalism, skill & compassion.

The Trust is constantly innovating and evolving it's services to provide the most cutting edge and modern care possible. As well as developing services on our current site we have long-term aspirations for the future. We have recently launched a number of new strategies which provide a detailed long-term plan for our services.

Check out why Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust is a great place to work using the links below:

Video: https://vimeo.com/556197652

Online brochure: https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/media/4121/recruitment-pack-great-place-to-work-16pp-v4-final.pdf

Date posted

30 April 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£61,825 to £70,425 a year per annum (dependant on experience)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

159-LWH-84-25-A

Job locations

Liverpool Women's Hospital Trust

Crown Street

Liverpool

L8 7SS


Job description

Job responsibilities

Liverpool Womens Hospital is offering a fixed term post (LAS CT2 /ST3 level and above) for an initial period of 6 months. The department provides anaesthesia for Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Gynae oncology for both elective and emergency patients.

It is expected that the trainee will work flexibly under the direction of theAnaesthesia and Theatres Directorate to provide anaesthetic services.Initially, all lists are under close supervision of a Consultant Anaesthetist, and depending on previous experience and competencies, the successful candidate will be expected to work unaccompanied. The work on delivery suite encompasses elective and emergency obstetric anaesthesia in supporting the busy unit.

There is a Full Shift pattern rota for the department. The successful candidate will be expected in the normal run of his/her duties and within the contract and job description, to cover for the occasional brief absences of a colleague as far as is practical. An EWTD compliant full shift rota is in place. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake emergency on-call, including attendance at cardiac arrest calls.

These duties will be located mainly at Liverpool Womens Hospital Crown Street.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Liverpool Womens Hospital is offering a fixed term post (LAS CT2 /ST3 level and above) for an initial period of 6 months. The department provides anaesthesia for Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Gynae oncology for both elective and emergency patients.

It is expected that the trainee will work flexibly under the direction of theAnaesthesia and Theatres Directorate to provide anaesthetic services.Initially, all lists are under close supervision of a Consultant Anaesthetist, and depending on previous experience and competencies, the successful candidate will be expected to work unaccompanied. The work on delivery suite encompasses elective and emergency obstetric anaesthesia in supporting the busy unit.

There is a Full Shift pattern rota for the department. The successful candidate will be expected in the normal run of his/her duties and within the contract and job description, to cover for the occasional brief absences of a colleague as far as is practical. An EWTD compliant full shift rota is in place. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake emergency on-call, including attendance at cardiac arrest calls.

These duties will be located mainly at Liverpool Womens Hospital Crown Street.

Person Specification

Skills & Experience

Essential

  • Evidence of achievement of foundation competencies in line with the GMC good standards/Good Medical Practice including: Good Clinical Care, Maintaining Good Clinical Practice, Good working relationships, Probity Life Support Skills

Desirable

  • Experience in use of Cell salvage and point of care coagulation testing e.g. Rotem

Qualifications / Training/Eligibility

Essential

  • MBBS/MBchB or equivalent medical qualification
  • Full GMC registration with license to practice at the time of appointment
  • 3 years minimum experience in Anaesthetics. Obstetric Anesthesia (Intermediate Competency or equivalent)
  • ICM (Basic Competency)
  • Obstetric Anaesthesia (Basic Competency)

Desirable

  • Evidence of Human Factors training
  • Evidence of PROMPT
  • Evidence of MOET Training
Person Specification

Skills & Experience

Essential

  • Evidence of achievement of foundation competencies in line with the GMC good standards/Good Medical Practice including: Good Clinical Care, Maintaining Good Clinical Practice, Good working relationships, Probity Life Support Skills

Desirable

  • Experience in use of Cell salvage and point of care coagulation testing e.g. Rotem

Qualifications / Training/Eligibility

Essential

  • MBBS/MBchB or equivalent medical qualification
  • Full GMC registration with license to practice at the time of appointment
  • 3 years minimum experience in Anaesthetics. Obstetric Anesthesia (Intermediate Competency or equivalent)
  • ICM (Basic Competency)
  • Obstetric Anaesthesia (Basic Competency)

Desirable

  • Evidence of Human Factors training
  • Evidence of PROMPT
  • Evidence of MOET Training

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Liverpool Women's Hospital Trust

Crown Street

Liverpool

L8 7SS


Employer's website

https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Liverpool Women's Hospital Trust

Crown Street

Liverpool

L8 7SS


Employer's website

https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Anaesthetic Department Coordinator

Linda Dowling

linda.dowling@lwh.nhs.uk

Date posted

30 April 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£61,825 to £70,425 a year per annum (dependant on experience)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

159-LWH-84-25-A

Job locations

Liverpool Women's Hospital Trust

Crown Street

Liverpool

L8 7SS


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