Consultant in Anaesthetics & ICU - Scotland

We're currently working with a number of NHS Trusts across Scotland who are keen to hire Consultants in Anaesthetics and ICU. We're fortunate enough to have partnered with more than 100 NHS Trusts across the UK, including the majority in Scotland and the surrounding areas.

How We Work

Our approach is to run active job searches with specialised recruiters who are well networked in the Scotland area and specifically focused on Anaesthetics and ICU. Whether you're just tentatively considering a new role, actively looking for a position in a particular Trust in Scotland, or you'd like us to run a broader job search, we can help. This guide will give you more information about working as Consultants in Anaesthetics and ICU in Scotland, and our recruitment team are on hand to run you through your specific options - please email us your CV or reach out using the form at the footer of this article.

About the Hospitals/Trusts

Glasgow and the surrounding region offer a strong mix of acute NHS providers-from large teaching centres to high-performing district general hospitals. We regularly support placements across the following Trusts:

• NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde - Scotland’s largest acute system including Queen Elizabeth University Hospital and Glasgow Royal Infirmary.
• NHS Lanarkshire - Acute hospitals at Monklands, Hairmyres and Wishaw serving Glasgow’s commuter belt.
• NHS Forth Valley - Forth Valley Royal Hospital providing modern acute care to communities north‑east of Glasgow.
• NHS Ayrshire & Arran - University Hospital Ayr and Crosshouse delivering acute and emergency services to the west coast.
• NHS Lothian - Within reach for specialties and national services across Edinburgh and the Lothians.
• NHS Tayside - Acute services centred on Ninewells Hospital and Perth Royal Infirmary within the wider region.

Together these Trusts create a diverse clinical landscape with excellent opportunities for training, sub-specialisation and progression across medicine, surgery, emergency and diagnostic services.

About the Jobs

Anaesthetics & Intensive Care services in this region span high‑volume theatres and modern critical care units. Doctors gain experience across elective and emergency lists, peri‑operative medicine and the management of critically ill patients.

• Theatres - anaesthesia for general surgery, trauma & orthopaedics, ENT, obstetrics & gynaecology, urology and vascular cases, with scope to develop regional anaesthesia and peri‑operative medicine.
• Critical care - mixed medical‑surgical ICU exposure (sepsis, ARDS, cardiac and neuro emergencies, multi‑organ support) with links to regional trauma/ECMO networks.
• Subspecialties - opportunities across cardiac, thoracic, neuro and paediatric anaesthesia, pain medicine and advanced intensive care.
• Emergency response - integral roles on cardiac arrest and trauma teams, supporting rapid airway and resuscitation care hospital‑wide.
• Education & QI - simulation, audit and service development within collaborative MDTs.

The case‑mix and team structure provide a strong foundation for consolidating experience or developing subspecialty pathways.

Living in Glasgow

Glasgow is Scotland’s largest city, combining professional opportunity with cultural vibrancy and friendly communities.

• Transport - Glasgow Airport provides international links; Central and Queen Street stations connect across Scotland and to London. The M8, M74 and M77 support easy regional travel.
• Education - The University of Glasgow, University of Strathclyde and Glasgow Caledonian University are long‑established institutions. Families can check Education Scotland inspection reports for local schools.
• Community - Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow Central Mosque and Gurdwara Singh Sabha reflect a diverse faith landscape.
• Lifestyle - Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Celtic Park and Ibrox Stadium are enduring landmarks, with Loch Lomond and the Trossachs within easy reach.

Glasgow offers doctors a vibrant city lifestyle, excellent NHS opportunities and quick access to Scotland’s great outdoors.

How to Apply

Send your CV to apply@bdiresourcing. com. We will discuss suitable posts and approach local Trusts on your behalf.

How BDI Resourcing Can Help

Unlike traditional agencies, we do not wait for roles to come to us. Our team specialise in delivering a tailored job search for Consultants within Anaesthetics and ICU across the Scotland region. We will approach local NHS Trusts directly on your behalf, highlight your profile to clinical leads, and ensure you are considered for the widest possible range of opportunities.

From targeted applications, CV guidance and interview preparation through to contract negotiation and relocation support, we provide a complete end-to-end service you can trust. Partnering with BDI means having a recruitment team who actively work for you to secure the right role, in the right place, at the right time. To get started today, use the application form below or email us your CV and let us run your job search for you. You can also read more about our relocation support.