Role Overview
Applications are invited to join our friendly, supportive team of cardio‑thoracic anaesthetists at Leeds General Infirmary. This is a 10‑point‑average (10PA) post covering cardiac theatres, cardiac ICU and cardiac cath labs, with a 1 in 11 on‑call commitment. The post will begin as soon as possible for an initial six‑month period and has been created to accommodate increased workload across the service.
Key Responsibilities
• Deliver 10PA support to the anaesthetic team in cardiac theatres, cardiac ICU and cardiac cath labs.• Provide anaesthetic coverage for both aortic and aortic valve operations, as well as adult congenital heart surgery where required.• Maintain updated knowledge of case‑specific protocols and participate in post‑procedural debriefs.• Support teaching, training and service development initiatives within the department.• Work collaboratively with surgeons, nursing staff and other clinicians to optimise patient outcomes.
Candidate Profile
• Accredited in FRCA from the Royal College of Anaesthetists or an equivalent qualification.• On the Specialist Register or within six months of admission to the Register if in a UK training programme.• Established skills in cardiothoracic anaesthesia, including experience of adult congenital heart surgery (useful but not mandatory).• Excellent communication and team‑working skills, with a strong commitment to teaching and service development.• Suitable for applicants following the portfolio‑/CESR pathway; we have a successful track record supporting colleagues through this route.
Contact
Tim PalfremanConsultant AnaesthetistEmail: t.palfreman@nhs.netPhone: 07730 279523
Sponsorship Eligibility
To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found in the attached documentation.
Additional Information
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.
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