Consultant Anaesthetist
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- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Hours / week
- 40
- Posted
- 02/09/2026
- Closes
- 30/09/2026
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Role summary
NHS Western Isles is seeking a Consultant Anaesthetist to join their team at Western Isles Hospital in Stornoway. This role offers an exciting opportunity to practice modern clinical medicine in a rural general hospital setting, combined with a unique island lifestyle. The successful applicant will work with four other consultants and contribute to a supportive team environment. Discussions regarding flexible working models, including part-time and job share, are welcome.
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Job reference:
258606
Salary:
Consultant (£111,430 - £148,064)
Job closing date:
30/09/2026
Job Type:
Medical and Dental
Location:
Western Isles Hospital
Employment type:
Permanent
Hours Per Week:
40
Job posted date:
02/09/2026
Employer (NHS Board):
NHS Western Isles
Department:
Medical Staffing
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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Western Isles Hospital, Macaulay Road, Stornoway, HS1 2AF
CONSULTANT ANAESTHETIST
Salary £115,331 - £153,247 per annum
plus Distant Island Allowance £1,461 per annum
40 hours per week
Permanent Post
This post is eligible for up to £8,000 Relocation Expenses.
Have you got a passion for remote and rural medicine? Are you keen to escape the rat race and embrace a healthier work life balance?
If you answered ‘yes’, NHS Western Isles has the perfect opportunity for you. This is an exciting chance to join our team of Consultants, where you will become part of the NHS Western Isles family, and will have the chance to
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