NHS Grampian
PS162045-Locum Consultant Anaesthetist
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Job Title
Locum Consultant Anaesthetist (1-year post)
Location & Appointment Type
Location
Dr Gray’s Hospital, Edinburgh Elgin, Moray, North-East Scotland
Appointment Type
- Full-time, flexible, or part-time (10 PA’s at primary location)
- Potential opportunities for specialist interests and coverage at other Grampian hospitals
About the Role
NHS Grampian is seeking a reliable Locum Consultant Anaesthetist to reinforce the team at Dr Gray’s Hospital. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to an expanding consultant tier following a service review.
The doctor will serve as a core member of the anaesthetic department, set within Scotland’s smallest District General Hospital. This position suits those interested in Remote and Rural Anaesthesia across the North of Scotland or Highlands and Islands—flexibility is encouraged!
Tailored job planning is possible depending on successful applicant’s preferences and skills.
Key Accountabilities
- Deliver high-quality anaesthetic care aligned with NHS standards.
- Support service development and expansion within Dr Gray’s Hospital.
- Engage in provisional review outcomes, embedding a consultant-led model.
- Promote patient safety, clinical excellence, and continuous professional development.
- Participate in rural/remote/regional anaesthesia opportunities if applicable.
- Contribute to service innovation where possible.
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Requirements
Qualifications
- Full registration with a licence to practice (Issued by the General Medical Council). Must be active prior to appointment commencement.
Experience & Skills
- Minimum current clinical experience commensurate with consultant-level anaesthetic practice.
- Experience in rural, remote, or under-served populations is an asset (but not mandatory).
- Adaptability, strong leadership, and a collaboration-first mindset.
- Commitment to supporting a growing consultant tier and service within urban/suburban hospital settings.
Benefits
- The ability to influence service structure and growth as part of an expanding team.
- Flexible or part-time scheduling options.
- Competitive salary and NHS benefits.
- The chance to live in lively Moray, with proximity to Aberdeen (65 miles), Inverness (35 miles), nature-rich coastal and countryside exploration.
- Opportunities for recreational activities and high-quality living in North-East Scotland.
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Further Inquiry
For more information, contact: Dr Marek Wolanski, Consultant Anaesthetist (Clinical Lead)
- Email: [provided]
- Phone: 01343 567317
About NHS Grampian
Serving over 500,000 residents in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, and Moray, NHS Grampian champions its [NHS and Social Care Values](https://website nonincluded), committing to a positively inclusive culture where you can thrive.
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