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Location
Salary
£109,725 - £145,478 per annum.
Profession
Medical doctor
Grade
Consultant
Deadline
19 Mar 2026
Contract Type
12 months (Fixed Term Contract)
Posted Date
05 Mar 2026

Job overview

Due to an exciting expansion of services, we are seeking to recruit 2 Locum Consultant Anaesthetists to join our dynamic and growing anaesthesia team.

We are a friendly and dynamic department with 84 Consultant Anaesthetists, 36 Specialty Doctors, Specialists and 48 Trainees. We deliver a comprehensive anaesthetic service for University Hospitals of Derby and Burton and surrounding areas, allowing the successful candidates a varied and fulfilling career.

We are a motivated and supportive group and were one of the first departments to achieve RCOA accreditation (ACSA) demonstrating our dedication to providing an outstanding quality of care and our enthusiasm to engage with national projects. Applications from candidates who are in the process of having submitted a CESR application and is under consideration by the GMC within six months at the time of interview, will be considered.

UHDB is one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres. Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations across 57 operating theatres.  We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day across a huge variety of surgical specialities.

Main duties of the job

The job plan will be agreed between the appointee & the Assistant Clinical Director, on behalf of the Executive Medical Director.

The duties will be subject to review from time to time in light of the changing requirements of the service.  If alterations to the duties are required, these will be mutually agreed between the appointee & the Assistant Clinical Director with the approval of the Clinical Director.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the Job Description and Personal Specification for full details of the main responsibilities.

Working at the Royal Derby Hospital offers the added benefit of being close to the stunning Peak District, providing a perfect escape into nature after a busy shift. Whether you enjoy hiking, cycling, or simply exploring picturesque landscapes, the nearby national park offers a great way to unwind and recharge.