Specialty Doctor Anaesthetics

Job summary We are seeking a Specialty Doctor to join our middle grade rota. The appointee will be expected to provide anaesthesia for elective and emergency cases in all the surgical specialities and also contribute to the resident on call speciality doctor rota. The on call speciality doctor rota provides anaesthetic cover for intensive care, anaesthetic support to labour ward and anaesthesia for emergency surgery. Speciality doctors shifts are routinely 12 hour shifts The speciality doctor job plan is based on a 10 session (PA) contract. The job plan includes 1.5 PA for continuing professional development to facilitate revalidation. All the standard modern equipment and drugs are available. For an informal discussion please contact Dr Mariam Rice on 01983 552262 or email: mariam.rice@nhs.net. https://youtu.be/Jrnu31jUoA0 Main duties of the job The appointee will be expected to provide anaesthesia for elective and emergency cases. The department provides services for general surgery, ophthalmology, maxillofacial, ENT, urology, orthopaedics and gynaecological surgery. We also provide anaesthetic services to obstetrics, paediatrics, radiology, ECT and the ED. The relative geographical isolation means that all anaesthetists must maintain a wide range of skills. The theatre footprint consists of 4 operating theatres and 2 separate day case operating theatres. There is a dedicated obstetric theatre and ophthalmic theatre. About us The Isle of Wight NHS Trust is the only integrated acute, community, mental health and ambulance health care provider in England. We serve a population of approximately 150,000 residents, making the services we offer variable and personalised with a flexible approach to our service users. Working for our Trust brings a variety of benefits, including an onsite day nursery, cycle-to-work scheme, discounts at local businesses and gyms, and the opportunity to hire Trusts beach hut in Ryde. We offer flexible working opportunities, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement for you and if it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you. The Isle of Wight is a unique and stunning gem located off the South Coast of England, a short ferry journey from Portsmouth and Southampton, with journey times taking from as little as 10 minutes. London can be reached in 90 minutes by rail from Southampton or Portsmouth. The island offers an amazing coastline with beautiful countryside, year-round events, festivals and award-winning attractions. Our 2020-2025 strategy sets out to ensure that we continue to be a provider of excellent and compassionate care. As part of this strategy, we are proactively taking steps to ensure that we recruit and retain the highest quality of talent to provide CARE and we would welcome applications from under-represented groups to ensure our Trust is an inclusive and diverse employer. Details Date posted 19 August 2026 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Specialty Doctor Salary £63,696 to £102,689 a year per annum, depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 470-8241050-26-AGB Job locations St Marys Hospital Parkhurst Road Newport Isle of Wight PO30 5TG United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities We are a friendly, genuinely supportive and active department looking to recruit an enthusiastic individual who will take part in the high quality delivery and development of the anaesthetic services on the Isle of Wight. Many of our current specialty doctors have trained overseas and successfully undertaken their first NHS post with us. We are committed to providing all new staff a safe and well supported settling in period. We are keen to support development in anaesthetic sub specialities the applicant may be less confident in. The Specialty doctor job plan is based on a 10 session (PA) contract. Applicants wishing to work less than full time are welcomed.…