Job summary
We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated doctors to join our dynamic Acute Medicine at Peterborough City Hospital. This is a busy, progressive environment that offers excellent opportunities for clinical experience and professional growth.
The successful applicant will contribute to the day-to-day clinical management of acutely unwell medical patients and play an active role in delivering high-quality care within a supportive and forward thinking Acute Medicine team.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be responsible to the lead clinician. Key responsibilities include:
* Work a full shift pattern as part of the Acute Medicine team, managing acutely unwell medical patients across the Acute Medical Unit (AMU), Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC), and Short Stay Unit (SSU).
* Undertake initial clerking, history-taking, physical examination, and formulation of management plans for patients admitted under Acute Medicine.
* Request and interpret investigations such as blood tests, ECGs, and imaging, and escalate care appropriately to senior clinicians.
* Participate in daily consultant-led ward rounds and multidisciplinary meetings to ensure safe and effective patient care.
* If applicable, transition to another specialty after six months and fulfil duties within a multidisciplinary team.
* Attend and contribute to weekly departmental teaching, including case-based discussions, simulation sessions, and guideline reviews.
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About us
We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds -- especially people from ethnic minority groups, disabled individuals, and those living locally.
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff -- see the attached leaflet for details and are proud to be a supportive, inclusive workplace where you will feel valued and empowered. Join us and help make a difference in our community.
Details
Date posted
13 February 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£52,656 a year Per annum, pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
9 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
176-U-SY
Job locations
Peterborough City Hospital
Bretton Gate
Peterborough
PE3 9GZ
Job description
Job responsibilities
* Adhere to departmental and Trust protocols, seeking senior clinical input when needed.
* Participate in teaching and training of medical students, allied health professionals, and junior medical staff.
* Engage in clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and service delivery.
* Maintain ongoing CPD in collaboration with your Educational Supervisor and complete mandatory training.
* Uphold confidentiality, professional conduct, and Trust values as outlined in the Staff Charter.
* Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GPs, and specialty colleagues to ensure continuity of care.
* Work an average of up to 48 hours per week, including out-of-hours and weekend shifts, and provide cover for annual and study leave.
* Submit leave requests in accordance with Trust policy, typically with eight weeks notice.
Job description
Job responsibilities
* Adhere to departmental and Trust protocols, seeking senior clinical input when needed.
* Participate in teaching and training of medical students, allied health professionals, and junior medical staff.
* Engage in clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and service delivery.
* Maintain ongoing CPD in collaboration with your Educational Supervisor and complete mandatory training.
* Uphold confidentiality, professional conduct, and Trust values as outlined in the Staff Charter.
* Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GPs, and specialty colleagues to ensure continuity of care.
* Work an average of up to 48 hours per week, including out-of-hours and weekend shifts, and provide cover for annual and study leave.
* Submit leave requests in accordance with Trust policy, typically with eight weeks notice.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
* MBBS (or equivalent)
* Advanced Life Support Course
* Full GMC Registration with a license to practice
Desirable
* Any parts pf MRCP
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
* Successful completion of F1 year NHS Experience
* 6 months experience in General Medicine
* Able to demonstrate an understanding of the requirements of Clinical Governance and safe working
* Able to demonstrate successful participation in audit
Key Skills
Essential
* Effective written (including record keeping) and verbal communication skills
* Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to use tact, diplomacy, negotiation and persuasion as well as authority
* Ability to organise and prioritise own workload and participate in learning
* ALS
Other
Essential
* Fluent in verbal and written English (IELTS Overall score of 7.0)
* Awareness and respect for colleagues, patients and relatives' dignity, privacy, integrity, cultural and religious beliefs
* Ability to remain calm and work effectively in pressure situations
* Good previous attendance record
* Satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Disclosure and/or Certificate of Good Conduct (Police check) from country of residence
* Ability to travel between sites
* Eligibility to work in the UK
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
* MBBS (or equivalent)
* Advanced Life Support Course
* Full GMC Registration with a license to practice
Desirable
* Any parts pf MRCP
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
* Successful completion of F1 year NHS Experience
* 6 months experience in General Medicine
* Able to demonstrate an understanding of the requirements of Clinical Governance and safe working
* Able to demonstrate successful participation in audit
Key Skills
Essential
* Effective written (including record keeping) and verbal communication skills
* Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to use tact, diplomacy, negotiation and persuasion as well as authority
* Ability to organise and prioritise own workload and participate in learning
* ALS
Other
Essential
* Fluent in verbal and written English (IELTS Overall score of 7.0)
* Awareness and respect for colleagues, patients and relatives' dignity, privacy, integrity, cultural and religious beliefs
* Ability to remain calm and work effectively in pressure situations
* Good previous attendance record
* Satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Disclosure and/or Certificate of Good Conduct (Police check) from country of residence
* Ability to travel between sites
* Eligibility to work in the UK
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Peterborough City Hospital
Bretton Gate
Peterborough
PE3 9GZ
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Employer details
Employer name
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Peterborough City Hospital
Bretton Gate
Peterborough
PE3 9GZ
Employer's website
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