Job Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our trainees in the provision of daytime anaesthesia in a supervised capacity. This opportunity would suit a trainee who has completed three years of Core Training in Anaesthesia and has passed the Primary FRCA exam. The post is supported by the division of anaesthesia and theatres and requires the applicant to have completed three years of Anaesthesia training, including the Initial Assessment of Competence in Obstetric Anaesthesia (IACOA), in a recognised training post.



We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our trainees in the provision of daytime anaesthesia in a supervised capacity. Training and supervision will be provided in a manner similar to our existing trainees and will take into account the candidate's educational requirements. In addition, the successful candidate would partake in the senior anaesthetic trainee or obstetric trainee on-call rota, including night shifts, alongside ST3 and CT-level anaesthetic trainees. The year may include a 3 month placement on the Critical Care Unit in line with Royal College guidance.



Partake in the day-to-day running of operating lists in all specialties, under both direct and indirect supervision. Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of anaesthesia for on-call and elective daytime surgery. To share with colleagues, responsibility for the Obstetric and Senior Anaesthetic Trainee on-call rota. To cover the Critical Care Unit to intermediate training standards. To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in Continuing Medical Education (CME). To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and Audit. To attend Royal Cornwall Hospital Trust meetings as appropriate. Fulfil duties of weekly timetable including any out-of- hours responsibilities.

The Royal Cornwall Hospitals' NHS Trust (RCHT) is part of the Cornwall Healthcare Community, working in partnership with other local Trusts to deliver high quality healthcare services across the county. The Trust has close links to medical specialist services in the South West Peninsula and beyond. Serving a widespread local population, as well as thousands of visitors to Cornwall each year, poses a number of unique healthcare challenges. The Trust provides acute medical and surgical services to a population of around 400,000, has a higher proportion of elderly people than the national average. RCHT comprises four hospitals: The Royal Cornwall Hospital, Truro, West Cornwall Hospital, Penzance and St Michael's in Hayle and our new day surgery facility at St Austell.



The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.



We can offer a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.

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