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Main area
Anaesthetics
Grade
Senior Clinical Fellow
Contract
Fixed term: 6 months (Possibility of a further 6 month extension)
Hours
Full time - 40 hours per week (plus on call)
Job ref
159-LWH-274-26
Employer
Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Liverpool Women's Hospital Trust
Town
Liverpool
Salary
£67,325 - £76,582 per annum (dependant on experience)
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
05/11/2026 23:59

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Clinical Fellow in Anaesthetics

Senior Clinical Fellow

Liverpool Women’s NHS FT became part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG) in November 2024, following the coming together with Liverpool University Hospitals NHS FT. UHLG was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide to our patients.

UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues who are dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, UHLG is also their local NHS, providing general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.

At Liverpool Women’s Hospital, each year we deliver approximately 7,500 babies, carry out around 50,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly and premature newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles, and conduct over 4,000 genetic appointments.

We believe that this, along with a strong dedication to research and innovation, makes us the specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.

Liverpool Women’s has an excellent reputation and is a centre of excellence. It is an exciting environment to work in and a great place to develop your career for many years to come.

We invite you to review why Liverpool Women's Hospital is a great place to work:  https://vimeo.com/556197652 

We reserve the right to close any vacancies from further applications when we have received sufficient applications from which to make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply without delay if you wish to be considered for this role.

Job overview

Liverpool Women’s Hospital is offering a fixed term post (LAS CT3/ST4 level and above) for an initial period of 6 months. The department provides anaesthesia for Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Gynae oncology for both elective and emergency patients.

Main duties of the job

It is expected that the trainee will work flexibly under the direction of the Anaesthesia and Theatres Directorate to provide anaesthetic services.

Initially, all lists are under close supervision of a Consultant Anaesthetist, and depending on previous experience and competencies, the successful candidate will be expected to work unaccompanied. The work on delivery suite encompasses elective and emergency obstetric anaesthesia in supporting the busy unit.

There is a Full Shift pattern rota for the department. The successful candidate will be expected in the normal run of his/her duties and within the contract and job description, to cover for the occasional brief absences of a colleague as far as is practical. An EWTD compliant full shift rota is in place. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake emergency on-call, including attendance at cardiac arrest calls.

These duties will be located mainly at Liverpool Women’s Hospital Crown Street.

Working for our organisation

Liverpool Women’s NHS FT became part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG) in November 2024, following the coming together with Liverpool University Hospitals NHS FT. UHLG was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide to our patients.

UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues who are dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, UHLG is also their local NHS, providing general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.

At Liverpool Women’s Hospital, each year we deliver approximately 7,500 babies, carry out around 50,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly and premature newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles, and conduct over 4,000 genetic appointments.

We believe that this, along with a strong dedication to research and innovation, makes us the specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.

For roles at Liverpool University Hospitals, visit their careers page.

UKVI guidelines prohibits sponsorship for all Band 2 posts. Guidelines state that many non-clinical posts are not eligible for sponsorship. Please use UKVI guidance on Skilled Worker Visas to determine your eligibility for sponsorship if you were to gain a conditional offer for this role.

https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Liverpool Women’s Hospital is offering a fixed term post (LAS CT3/ST4 level and above) for an initial period of 6 months. The department provides anaesthesia for Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Gynae oncology for both elective and emergency patients.

It is expected that the trainee will work flexibly under the direction of the
Anaesthesia and Theatres Directorate to provide anaesthetic services.
Initially, all lists are under close supervision of a Consultant Anaesthetist, and depending on previous experience and competencies, the successful candidate will be expected to work unaccompanied. The work on delivery suite encompasses elective and emergency obstetric anaesthesia in supporting the busy unit.

There is a Full Shift pattern rota for the department. The successful candidate will be expected in the normal run of his/her duties and within the contract and job description, to cover for the occasional brief absences of a colleague as far as is practical. An EWTD compliant full shift rota is in place. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake emergency on-call, including attendance at cardiac arrest calls.

These duties will be located mainly at Liverpool Women’s Hospital Crown Street.

Person specification

Skills & Experience

Essential criteria
  • Evidence of achievement of foundation competencies in line with the GMC good standards/Good Medical Practice including: Good Clinical Care
  • Evidence of achievement of foundation competencies in line with the GMC good standards/Good Medical Practice including: Maintaining Good Clinical Practice
  • Evidence of achievement of foundation competencies in line with the GMC good standards/Good Medical Practice including: Good Relationships and communication with patients
  • Evidence of achievement of foundation competencies in line with the GMC good standards/Good Medical Practice including: Good working relationships with colleagues
  • Evidence of achievement of foundation competencies in line with the GMC good standards/Good Medical Practice including: Professional behavior
Desirable criteria
  • Experience in use of Cell salvage and point of care coagulation testing e.g. Rotem

Qualifications / Training/Eligibility

Essential criteria
  • MBBS/MBchB or equivalent medical qualification
  • Full GMC registration with license to practice at the time of appointment
  • Eligibility to work in the UK
  • ICM (Basic Competency) or equivalent experience of 3 month training post
  • Obstetric Anaesthesia (Basic Competency) or equivalent of 3 month training post
  • Life support skills
Desirable criteria
  • Primary FRCA or equivalent
  • Obstetric Anaesthesia (Intermediate Competency or equivalent)
  • Evidence of Human Factors Training, PROMPT or MOET Training
  • Experience working within the NHS

Employer certification / accreditation badges

NHS Pastoral Care Quality AwardVeteran AwareApprenticeships logoInvestors in People: GoldCare quality commission - GoodMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Disability confident employerArmed Forces Covenant Bronze Award

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Helen McNamara
Job title
Clinical Lead for Anaesthetics and Theatres, LWH
Email address
[email protected]
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