Job overview
We are excited to invite applications for the post of Locum Consultant Anaesthetist with a specialist interest in pain management at Kingston Hospital NHS foundation Trust. We are a friendly and dynamic department with over 30 consultants, 5 of whom have a special interest in Chronic Pain management.
Kingston Hospital Pain Clinic is a well-established team of Consultants, Psychologists and Physiotherapists. We have an Acupuncturist, 2 Pain Specialist Nurses and an Alexander Technique Teacher as well as a dedicated Administrative Team.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for highly motivated individual with a special interest in chronic pain to join our thriving department. You should have completed advanced training in Chronic Pain management and preferably passed FFPMRCA or equivalent in Pain Medicine. We would like to see strong evidence of involvement in quality improvement projects and research, to support the department in these areas. Involvement in teaching and training, is also highly desirable.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information regarding the Job Description and Personal Specification please review the attached.
Applicants are invited and encouraged to contact one of the following to discuss the job in more detail:
Mohamed Qureshi - Clinical Lead for Anaesthetics mohammed.qureshi3@nhs.net
Appointments can be arranged by contacting Ann O’Toole or Robyn Hollins, Office Administrators, on 020 8934 2272/4.
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.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC Registration (or eligibility to obtain).
- FRCA or equivalent
- CCT in Anaesthesia and on GMC’s Specialist Register; or within 6 months of CCT from the date of the interview or have confirmed eligibility for Specialist Registration.
- Achieved competencies of RCoA advanced pain training or equivalent
Desirable
- D/FFPMRCA or equivalent in pain medicine
- Competency in regional anaesthesia
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrate leadership skills within a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to continuing professional development and clinical governance
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enthusiasm and approachability.
Desirable
- Ability to motivate staff, to facilitate appropriate changes in clinical practice and to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Current wide range of experience in Chronic pain
- Expertise in interventional pain medicine
Desirable
- Advanced airway management skills
Experience in Audit
Essential
- Experience of clinical audit
Desirable
- Relevant publication in peer-reviewed journals
Experience in Research
Essential
- Ability to critically appraise research papers and apply to clinical practice
Desirable
- Relevant publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Experience in Teaching
Essential
- Demonstrable commitment and ability to teach and train undergraduates and junior doctors.
Desirable
- Completed "Train the Trainers" course or equivalent
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This advert is for Locum Consultant Anaesthetist, special interest in Pain Management with Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in Kingston Hospital Foundation Trust. It is listed as a Consultant Medical doctor Anaesthesia and Intensive Care role. The advertised salary is £113,565 - £150,569 per annum, pro rata. The contract type is Fixed term: 12 months (12 months sabbatical leave cover). The application deadline is 10 Sep 2026.
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