Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for substantive positions as Consultants in Anaesthesia, colleagues with a specialist interest in vascular anaesthesia and regional anaesthesia are particularly sought. We are keen to attract a motivated hard-working colleague who shares our vision to maintain a cohesive department, focused on excellent patient care and outstanding multidisciplinary team working.
These are new and replacement posts of 10 PAs (potential for more), with sessions aligned to specialist interests as well as in general specialties.
The posts are primarily based at Musgrove Park Hospital. Somerset NHS Foundation Trust now includes Yeovil Hospital, so there may be opportunities in the future for cross-site working.
Main duties of the job
Alongside DGH surgical specialties, we support:
*A regional spinal surgery service 24/7 for Somerset, North Devon.
*North Somerset patients and tertiary care for Dorset. Total population for out of hours cover 1.2 million.
*A county-wide vascular service 24/7; to include East Somerset ( all elective and emergency work) and North Devon (all elective and emergency work) alongside Taunton and Somerset catchment.
*A region-wide specialist obesity and bariatric surgery service for the population of Somerset, Devon and Cornwall, circa 2,000,000.
*Critical Care -- currently 18 beds but expanding to 22 beds by 2026.
*Anaesthetic Support for 24/7 PCI and 24/7 Interventional Radiology service.
*'The Beacon' Oncology unit, providing comprehensive cancer services from a dedicated modern facility to the population of Taunton and Somerset.
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Details
Date posted
18 September 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
109,725 to 145,478 a year OOH supplement and Potential additional PA's for lead roles
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
184-OL-MED-SURG-3249
Job locations
Musgrove Park Hospital
Musgrove Road
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DA
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached the job description and person specification.
The content of the job plan can be tailored to provide rewarding opportunities to the right individuals, however as this is a pain medicine post the applicant must meet the essential criteria set out in the full job description.
These posts are primarily based at Musgrove Park Hospital. Somerset NHS Foundation Trust now includes Yeovil Hospital, so there may be opportunities in the future for cross-site working.
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name
Dr Mitesh Khakhar
Job title
Consultant Anaesthetist & Clinical Service Lead
Email address
mitesh.khakhar@somersetft.nhs.uk
Telephone number
07385 465383 Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached the job description and person specification.
The content of the job plan can be tailored to provide rewarding opportunities to the right individuals, however as this is a pain medicine post the applicant must meet the essential criteria set out in the full job description.
These posts are primarily based at Musgrove Park Hospital. Somerset NHS Foundation Trust now includes Yeovil Hospital, so there may be opportunities in the future for cross-site working.
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name
Dr Mitesh Khakhar
Job title
Consultant Anaesthetist & Clinical Service Lead
Email address
mitesh.khakhar@somersetft.nhs.uk
Telephone number
07385 465383
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Full GMC registration
• MBChB, FRCA or equivalent
• On Specialist register or CCT in Anaesthesia, within 6 months of date of interview
• ILS / pILS or equivalent

Experience
Essential

• Appropriate experience in anaesthetics/critical care to enable job programme to be successfully executed
• Recent experience of out of hours & nights on call, including management of children over the age of 1 year

Desirable

• Experience of organisation and/or management of theatre processes
• Evidence of flexible working
• Experience of clinical risk management.

Additional Criteria
Essential

• Demonstration of a subspecialty interest relevant to this trust in which significant clinical experience gained
• Understanding of clinical risk management
• Competent to work without direct supervision where appropriate
• Clear, logical thinking showing an analytical/scientific approach
• Ability to mentor staff both medical and nursing

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Full GMC registration
• MBChB, FRCA or equivalent
• On Specialist register or CCT in Anaesthesia, within 6 months of date of interview
• ILS / pILS or equivalent

Experience
Essential

• Appropriate experience in anaesthetics/critical care to enable job programme to be successfully executed
• Recent experience of out of hours & nights on call, including management of children over the age of 1 year

Desirable

• Experience of organisation and/or management of theatre processes
• Evidence of flexible working
• Experience of clinical risk management.

Additional Criteria
Essential

• Demonstration of a subspecialty interest relevant to this trust in which significant clinical experience gained
• Understanding of clinical risk management
• Competent to work without direct supervision where appropriate
• Clear, logical thinking showing an analytical/scientific approach
• Ability to mentor staff both medical and nursing

Skills Required