Overview
Rural Emergency Physician role at NHS Highland
Location: Broadford Hospital, Broadford on the Isle of Skye. Part time - 32 hours per week. Salary: £118,164 - £141,848 per annum pro rata. This role is part of a friendly and innovative team of Rural Emergency Physicians serving Skye, Lochalsh and South West Ross.
Are you an ED consultant who wants to maintain a hands-on approach to emergency medicine, or a GP who enjoys emergency medicine but misses continuity of care in a traditional ED? This is a unique opportunity to work in a small acute community hospital with a high quality of life and opportunities to develop skills across a broad range of acute care needs.
Responsibilities
* See, assess and treat a wide variety of patients from across Skye, Lochalsh and South West Ross, including seasonal tourists.
* Manage a mix of medical, surgical, trauma, minor injuries, and GP out-of-hours caseload in conjunction with Advance Nurse Practitioners.
* Provide continuity of care for inpatients (admission to discharge or transfer) with support from ward nursing staff.
* Participate in weekly fracture and minor surgery clinics.
* Utilise skills in resuscitation/evacuation and support to the birthing unit as required.
* Collaborate with consultant colleagues at the nearest DGH in Inverness via phone or Video Conference when needed.
* Qualify for a generous annual study leave and attachment package to update and increase clinical skills (including anaesthetic/airway management experience).
* In addition to clinical work, contribute to the ward-based programme and ensure continuity of care for in-patients and out-of-hours care.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Should be on the Specialist Register for General Practice or Emergency Medicine.
* Prior experience in anaesthetics, minor surgery, fracture management and inpatient care is advantageous; training will be provided by attachments to Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, and other hospitals as required.
* Annual skills augmentation: two weeks of Anaesthetic/Airway Management experience and two weeks of other Acute Hospital experience, in addition to standard ten days of Study Leave and SPA.
* Relocation package available with local assistance in finding suitable accommodation.
Location & Benefits
* Broadford on the Isle of Skye, eight miles from the Skye Bridge; accessible via the Inverness area and Highlands region.
* Family-friendly location with good local schools and outdoor activities.
* No elective anaesthesia obligations; clinical focus includes resuscitation and evacuation activities as needed.
* Support from a small team and access to nine-inpatient ward with continuity of care.
How to Apply
* Apply through the Jobtrain application process.
* Do not upload a CV for shortlisting purposes.
* Closing date: Midnight Sunday 28 September 2025; Interview date: TBC.
* Informal enquiries: Dr Jacqueline Bennebroek, Lead Clinician, 01471 822491.
* Job reference: 225077.
NHS Scotland is committed to equality and diversity and to eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for a workforce that is representative and where each employee feels respected and able to perform at their best.
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