Consultant Anaesthetist
| Posting date: | 22 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £105,504.00 to £139,882.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £105504.00 - £139882.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 August 2025 |
| Location: | London, E13 8SL |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9259-25-1648 |
Summary
The very busy Obstetric unit at Newham Hospital cares for women from one of the most diverse boroughs in England. Annually there are approximately 6,500 deliveries, of which 32% were by caesarean section. Over 96% of sections take place under regional anaesthesia. A 24 hour on-demand epidural service is provided. There are two dedicated Obstetric Theatres (24/7) located in the main site theatre suite immediately adjacent to the Central Delivery Suite. The anaesthetic department provides a dedicated pre-assessment service for those booked for elective caesarean sections or complex comorbidity From Mid 2025 there will be a weekly paediatric list supported by surgeons from the Royal London Hospital. Additionally, the anaesthetic department provides support to the Emergency Department and the paediatric ward in case of paediatric emergencies.