NHS Golden Jubilee
Locum Consultant Anaesthetist - General/Orthopaedics
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Locum Consultant Anaesthetist - General/Orthopaedics
Consultant Anaesthetists (Fixed-Term Locum Posts – 12 Months)
Full Time / Part Time / Flexible Working
About the Role
Applications are invited for dynamic locum Consultant Anaesthetist positions on a fixed-term basis (12 months). Successful candidates will contribute to our rapidly expanding organisation, providing general and regional anaesthesia across multiple surgical specialties—including orthopaedics, general surgery, and colorectal surgery.
A key focus of the role lies within our highly successful national orthopaedic programme, heavily supported by:
- Enhanced Recovery initiatives
- An expansive robotic surgical programme
Our Department of Orthopaedics is the largest arthroplasty unit in the United Kingdom, responsible for:
- Over 30% of NHS Scotland’s hip and knee replacement procedures
- 45% of these surgeries within West of Scotland hospitals
This is an exciting opportunity to join NHS Golden Jubilee University Hospital as part of a £80m Scottish Government investment, driving growth in orthopaedic and general surgical services:
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- Orthopaedic activity will double
- General surgical activity will increase by 160%
- Theatre capacity will expand from 15 to 26 theatres (phased rollout between 2023–2025).
Key Responsibilities
The role will include (but is not limited to):
- Delivering anaesthetic services in theatre for multiple specialties
- Pre-assessment responsibilities
- Supporting the Acute Pain Service
- Participating in an on-call rota (specific details can be clarified upon enquiry)
Requirements
- Hold full GMC registration
- Be on the Specialist Register, or be eligible for admission within six months of the interview date
- Commitment to providing Flexible Working options (where applicable)
Contact for Informal Enquiries
For any questions, prospective applicants can reach out to:
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Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
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Dr Ruth Thomas (Clinical Lead, 0141-951-5602) ruth.thomas3@gjnh.scot.nhs.uk
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Dr Kenneth McKinlay (Clinical Director, 0141-951-5607) kenneth.mckinlay@gjnh.scot.nhs.uk
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Ms Amanda Gardiner (Assistant Service Manager, 0141-951-5379) For informal visits, please contact Amanda Gardiner.
Key Notes
- Early applications are encouraged; this vacancy may close early due to anticipated high demand.
- NHS Golden Jubilee is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, inviting applications from all backgrounds.
- As a disability confident leader, we ensure our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible. If you require support due to a long-term health condition or disability during recruitment, refer to the Job Pack for details.
- Further inquiries on recruitment can be directed through the Job Pack.
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