NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
Applications are invited for three full-time Consultants in Paediatric Anaesthesia based at the Royal Hospital for Children (RHC), Glasgow.
These posts are offered as 10 Programmed Activity (PA) contracts, with clinical responsibilities in general theatres on an 8:2 DCC:SPA basis. The job plan is based on a 4‑week rolling rota pattern. The post includes an on‑call commitment of 1:20, providing cover for all paediatric trauma and emergencies on the RHC site.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to pursue multiple subspecialty interests including pre‑assessment, research and audit, paediatric chronic pain, and will be expected to anaesthetise cardiac patients for non‑cardiac surgery. The department anaesthetises for a wide range of specialties: Neurosurgery, Craniofacial, Cleft palate, ENT, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, Oncology, General & Robotic surgery, Interventional radiology and Renal Transplant surgery.
Applicants must hold full GMC registration and be on the Specialist Register, or be within six months of achieving Comprehensive Training Certificate (CCT) at the time of interview.
Location and Lifestyle
- Easy access to the Highlands and Islands
- Direct international connections via Glasgow Airport
- A well‑established reputation for cultural vibrancy and culinary excellence
Benefits and Work‑Life Balance
- Flexible working options where service needs allow
- Recognition as a Forces Friendly Employer through the Armed Forces Covenant
- Access to a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace culture
Equal Opportunity
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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