Locum Specialty Doctor (ST3-ST8) Job Description
Location: NHS Trust Hospital
Contract Type: Locum (Temporary)
Grade: Specialty Doctor (ST3-ST8)
Reports to: Consultant in Relevant Specialty
Working Hours: As required, including on-call responsibilities
Salary: As per NHS pay scales
Job Summary:
The Locum Specialty Doctor will provide high-quality, patient-centered medical care within their chosen specialty. The role involves the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients under the supervision of a Consultant. The doctor will support the day-to-day functioning of the department and contribute to the overall patient care and operational effectiveness of the team.
This position is designed for doctors in the ST3-ST8 range, meaning the candidate will have completed their core medical training and have a relevant specialty interest.
Key Responsibilities:
- Clinical Care:
- Assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of clinical conditions under consultant supervision.
- Take part in ward rounds, outpatient clinics, and theatre sessions (where applicable).
- Manage patients admitted for elective or emergency care, including peri-operative care where relevant.
- Liaise with consultants, GPs, and other multidisciplinary team members to ensure integrated care.
- On-Call Duties:
- Participate in the on-call rota as required.
- Provide emergency care for patients, including attending to emergencies in the hospital.
- Teaching and Training:
- Supervise and support junior doctors (FY1, FY2, CT1-CT2) in clinical practice.
- Contribute to teaching and education for medical students and allied health professionals.
- Audits and Research:
- Participate in clinical audits and quality improvement projects.
- Engage in research activities relevant to the department where appropriate.
- Professional Development:
- Maintain and develop professional skills and knowledge.
- Engage with continued professional development (CPD) activities in line with GMC recommendations.
- Attend relevant courses and maintain an up-to-date training portfolio.
Specialties Covered:
Depending on the need of the NHS Trust, locum specialty doctors may be required in the following areas:
- Emergency Medicine
- General Surgery
- Orthopaedics and Trauma
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Anaesthetics
- Cardiology
- Respiratory Medicine
- General Medicine
- Paediatrics
- Ophthalmology
- Neurology
- Gastroenterology
- Urology
- Dermatology
- Radiology
- Haematology
- Rheumatology
- Endocrinology
- Intensive Care Medicine (ICU)
- Psychiatry (General Adult, Child & Adolescent, etc.)
Essential Qualifications:
- Medical Degree (MBBS/MBChB or equivalent)
- The applicant must hold a recognized medical degree and have full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC), with a license to practice.
- Completion of Core Medical or Surgical Training
- The applicant should have completed their Foundation Training (FY1 and FY2) and Core Training (CT1-CT2) relevant to their specialty.
- ST3-ST8 Training Level
- Applicants must be in their specialty training years (ST3-ST8), or have equivalent clinical experience in the desired specialty.
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice in the UK is required.
- Applicants should hold valid Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), Advanced Life Support (ALS), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification where applicable (especially for Emergency Medicine, Anaesthetics, etc.).
- Membership of the Royal Colleges of Physicians or Surgeons is desirable but not always essential, depending on the role.
Desirable Qualifications/Experience:
- GMC Registration
- ATLS/ALS/ACLS (Desirable based on specialty)
- MRCP/MRCS or Equivalent (Desirable)
- Higher Specialty Qualification (e.g., FRCS, FRCP, MRCOG, FRCA, etc.)
- Higher qualification in the relevant specialty is an advantage.
- NHS Experience
- Previous experience working within the NHS, particularly in the same specialty, is highly valued.
- Research and Audit Experience
- Previous experience in clinical research or involvement in audit projects related to the specialty.
Skills and Competencies:
- Strong clinical skills in the chosen specialty, demonstrated by previous training and clinical experience.
- Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to manage complex patients and make clinical decisions under pressure.
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary in accordance with NHS pay scales.
- Access to training and professional development opportunities.
- Opportunity to work with a diverse team of healthcare professionals.
- Pension and benefits in line with NHS policies.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term contract, Temp to perm
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: £65.00-£85.00 per hour
Expected hours: 45 – 50 per week
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: ST3-ST8
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