Consultant in Pain Medicine (Anaesthetics)
Job Overview
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Consultant in Pain Medicine (Anaesthetics) Fully Remote
Type of role: Permanent
Working hours: Our client is looking for full time or part time, more info below
Employment Status: PAYE
Reporting to: Medical Director and MD
Direct reports: N/A
Sector: Healthcare
Location: Fully remote
The successful candidate will need to be a resident and based in the UK, England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are fine Ireland is outside the UK so not possible.
Session Structure
Standard session: 4 hours period
Appointment duration: 15 minutes (for new and existing patients)
Onboarding: Minimum commitment of 2 sessions per week (8 hours) initially to gain proficiency
Flexibility: Clinicians choose preferred days and hours; sessions can be spread as needed
Working days and hours: Our client is very flexible, they are open to the successful candidate to work Monday to Sunday and evenings. The normal starting time is from 8am up to 10pm in terms of time ranges. Client uptake isn’t busy 5pm-10pm on a Sunday so this will be avoided.
Salary
Up to £250,000–£275,000 pro-rated depending on experience and skill
From £120 to £132 per hour as above
Standard Session is 4 hours
From £480 to £528 for 4 hours in line with the above
Minimum commitment of 2 sessions per week (8 hours) initially to gain proficiency:
From £960 to £1,056 for 8 hours in line with the above
Benefits
Comprehensive professional indemnity coverage
Fully flexible remote working
No on-call or shift work
25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 1 year service, plus 8 bank holidays
Enhanced parental leave
Pension: 5% employer contribution
Cycle to Work Scheme
Access to CPD-accredited medical cannabis training
Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment
Opportunity to shape a pioneering field in UK medical cannabis care
About the Role
Our client is seeking a Pain and Anaesthetics Consultant to join a pioneering team in the field of medical cannabis. This role offers the opportunity to focus on patient care and prescribing, while working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment where nurses and pharmacists manage pre-consultation and follow-up tasks.
You will play a pivotal role in assessing and managing patients exploring medical cannabis treatment options and help shape the future of medical cannabis care in the UK.
Please note, the successful candidates don’t require experience in prescribing Medical Cannabis as they will be fully trained.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct patient consultations, including assessment, prescribing, and ongoing management.
Deliver high-quality, evidence-based care for patients seeking medical cannabis treatment.
Participate in clinical outcome data collection to support research and best practices.
Contribute to clinical governance and maintain robust patient care standards.
Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team of nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals.
Attend ongoing specialist training and professional development, including bespoke training in cannabis-based medicinal products (CBMPs).
Print out, sign prescriptions, and organise postage whether through dropping off at local post office, delivery service or organised courier.
Training & Development
Recognised Medical Cannabis Course for Specialist Physicians
Specialist training delivered by industry experts
Ongoing support for clinical protocols, prescribing practices, and platform use
Essential Requirements
Full GMC Registration
Completion of Specialist Training (CCST/CCT) or equivalent
Listed on the GMC Specialist Register for Anaesthetics
Willingness to participate in data collection and reporting
Demonstrated interest in medical cannabis therapies
Essential Questions for Candidates
Are you on the GMC Specialist Register for Anaesthetics?
Working on a PAYE basis is essential, are you happy to be paid this way for this role?
Are you looking for full time or part time work?
Can you commit to a minimum of 2 sessions per week (8 hours) during onboarding to become proficient with our platform?
Are you open to ongoing specialist training in cannabis-based medicinal products (CBMPs)?