Consultant Anaesthetist


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	from £155,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Preston, PR3 5LD
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	19 Oct 2026
Closing date:	7 Nov 2026

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Summary

Reports To Medical Director and Responsible Officer (Dr Ian Schofield) Accountable To Chief Medical Officer and Chief Executive Officer THE ROLE The successful candidate/s will provide high-quality consultant anaesthetic care to patients undergoing surgical and diagnostic procedures within Greater Lancashire Hospital whilst maintaining the highest standards of patient safety, governance and professionalism. The role will contribute to: Service delivery Clinical governance Quality improvement Teaching and mentorship Strategic service development MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical Responsibilities The post-holder/s will: Provide consultant-led anaesthesia for elective surgery and procedures. Undertake comprehensive pre-operative assessment and optimisation. Deliver safe perioperative care. Participate in enhanced recovery programmes. Support the development of patient-centred pathways. Work collaboratively with surgeons, operating department practitioners, nursing teams and allied health professionals. Contribute to theatre efficiency and utilisation. Participate in emergency response and clinical deterioration management, where required. Clinical Governance The post-holder/s will: Participate actively in clinical governance programmes. Undertake audit and quality improvement work. Support incident review and learning processes. Participate in mortality and morbidity reviews where appropriate. Ensure compliance with CQC standards and professional guidance. Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records. Leadership Responsibilities The post-holder will: Demonstrate visible clinical leadership. Support service redesign and innovation. Promote multidisciplinary working. Mentor junior clinicians and colleagues. Contribute to strategic planning and development of surgical services. Teaching and Education The post-holder will: Support educational activities for doctors, nurses and allied health professionals. Contribute to clinical teaching sessions. Participate in skills training and simulation where appropriate. Support professional development across the multidisciplinary team. Quality Improvement and Research The successful candidate/s will: Support quality improvement initiatives. Participate in clinical audit. Encourage evidence-based practice. Contribute to service evaluations and research activity where appropriate.

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