Job overview

Consultant Anaesthetist with interest in Obstetrics

We are looking to appoint a full-time Consultant Anaesthetist with interest in obstetrics. The job plan comprises of a weekly average of 7.6 PAs of clinical work spread over specialties, 1.4 PAs for on call and 1.5 SPAs. Further job plan details can be found within the job description.

Main duties includes: 

• Deliver and maintain highest clinical standards in the specialty of anaesthesia and emergency obstetrics 
• Play an active role in clinical governance and audit, supporting a culture of continuous improvement and learning
• Maintain high standards of continuing professional development and medical education
• Deliver quality teaching and training
• To teach and mentor trainees.
• To contribute to quality improvement; risk management initiatives and policy development so that the overall Anaesthesia Service is of the highest quality and reflective of best practice.
• To participate in work related projects.
• To adhere to Hospital Policies and Procedures.
• To comply with Health and Safety Regulations, ensuring safe working practices in a safe working environment

Main duties of the job

We are immensely proud of the Trust’s Outstanding status and the successful candidate will join a department that is friendly, engaged and provides excellent training and mentor support. The team comprises of 40 Consultants, 16 SAS Grades, up to 16 Trainees, 3 Acute Pain Nurses and 4 administrative staff.  The successful appointee will work as an integral part of the team and have equal access to junior staff.

Informal enquiries are welcomed by contacting  Clinical Lead Dr Venkat Duraiswamy [email protected] on 01737 768511 ext. 4187

For further information, please see the attached trust job description and person specification for a full list of duties and responsibilities. 

Working for our organisation

We are a leading local employer with a diverse workforce of approximately 6,000 staff, dedicated to providing healthcare services to a growing population of around 780,000 individuals.

Our Trust provides both emergency and planned healthcare across East Surrey, North-East West Sussex, and South Croydon – covering towns like Crawley, Horsham, Reigate, and Redhill. Our main hospital, East Surrey in Redhill, offers a full range of acute and specialist services and is also the closest trauma unit to Gatwick Airport. We also provide outpatient, diagnostic, and planned care services at sites including The Earlswood Centre, Caterham Dene Hospital, Oxted Health Centre, Crawley Hospital, and Horsham Hospital.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer, and we work hard to create an environment where everyone feels valued and supported. At our Trust, we strive to be the best place to work and receive care. We are dedicated to supporting you in your current role while helping you grow and develop your career. As part of our team, you will have access to excellent training opportunities, flexible working, dedicated support networks, and a strong emphasis on health and wellbeing to ensure a thriving and positive work environment.