OverviewThis is a new post for an anaesthetist with a specialist interest in Pain Management. The post holder will provide high quality care for patients within the Anaesthetic Department and perioperative care for elective and emergency patients across the range of specialties available within the QE Hospital. The candidate will join a team of consultants and other professionals with an interest in Acute and Chronic Pain Management. On‑call commitment is on the theatre/obstetric rota with rotational commitments on the weekend Trauma rota. The post holder will work flexibly with their Consultant colleagues within the wide remit of the Department's activity. A formal job plan will be agreed on appointment. Job Details Date posted 02 March 2026 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 297-7775132 Job locations Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Queen Elizabeth Avenue, Gateshead, NE9 6SX Job Description Job responsibilities The advertised post of a Consultant in Anaesthetics with an interest in Pain Medicine is based at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Gateshead. Please refer to the job description and people specification for details. Person Specification Essential

Full GMC Registration, with licence to practice Entry on the GMC Specialist Register for Anaesthesia, or within 6 months of receipt of Certificate of Completion of Training at time of interview FRCA or equivalent Completion of Advanced level training in Pain Medicine

Desirable

Higher postgraduate qualification in Pain Medicine Formal teaching qualification or instructor status for relevant courses (e.g. ALS, ATLS) Evidence of experience or additional qualification in Regional Anaesthesia and/or Interventional Pain Management

Other Information Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be made to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website. Employer Details Gateshead Health NHS Foundation TrustQueen Elizabeth Hospital, Queen Elizabeth Avenue, Gateshead, NE9 6SXWebsite: https://www.qegateshead.nhs.uk #J-18808-Ljbffr