Consultant Anaesthetist


Location
Salary
£153000.00
Profession
Medical doctor
Grade
Consultant
Deadline
26 Oct 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
15 Sep 2026
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Job requirements

Essential

2 listed

Requirements the employer expects applicants to meet.

  • Qualifications

    GMC Registered

  • Qualifications

    Specialist Registered

Desirable

Not listed in the available specification.

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + make a difference for every patient Consultant Anaesthetist, Plymouth

Bring your specialist knowledge and experience of anaesthetics to a more progressive and rewarding environment at our Practice Plus Group Hospital, Plymouth. One where, as part of a highly professional but friendly and compassionate team, you will get to provide both NHS and private patients with the very highest standards of care.

We are open to both part-time and full-time consultants to work collaboratively with 30 like-minded Anaesthetists across the 9 Hospitals within the group.

Main duties of the job

In this key role, you'll be anaesthetising patients for the different procedures we offer at our site in Plymouth from ophthalmology to orthopaedics, and from gynaecology to general surgery.

Alongside your clinical responsibilities, you'll also have the chance to get involved in the administrative and managerial aspects of the department, and in the development of less experienced colleagues.

About us

Fully qualified, GMC-registered anaesthetists, with:

  • Broad clinical experience in all forms of anaesthetics
  • The ability to carry out procedures unsupervised and offer expert advice on all issues relating to this specialist area
  • Excellent communication and team-working skills
  • An innovative approach and an eagerness to embrace new ways of working

What you can expect in return

  • Competitive Salary
  • An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
  • 10 days CPD leave per year for full time employees
  • 25 days annual leave + BANK holidays
  • The support you need to grow in your role and continue your professional development
  • Outstanding long-term career opportunities
  • Private Pension with employer contributions
  • Life Assurance
  • Flexible working pattern

For further information please contact Thomas.Quirke@practiceplusgroup.com

Details

  • Date posted: 15 September 2026
  • Pay scheme: Other
  • Salary: £153,000 a year Competitive based on experience
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
  • Reference number: 382-33
  • Job locations: 20 Brest Road, Business Park, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 5XP, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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This advert is for Consultant Anaesthetist with Practice Plus Group in Plymouth, England. It is listed as a Consultant Medical doctor Anaesthesia and Intensive Care role. The advertised salary is £153000.00. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 26 Oct 2026.

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