Locum Consultant in Acute Medicine - UK-Wide Opportunities | Medacs Healthcare
Hospital Name: Ipswich Hospital
Job Title: Locum Consultant in Acute Medicine
Location: Ipswich
Rate: £80 - £90p/h
Contract Type: Locum (short-term and long-term assignments available)
Start Date: 16/02/2026 - 27/03/2026
This post is for a ward-based consultant to cover our winter escalation general medicine ward at Ipswich Hospital, with resident doctor support.
Single consultant cover for a 28 bedded medical ward. 9-5 Mon-Fri.
Make a Real Difference in Acute Medicine - On Your Terms
Are you a skilled Consultant in Acute Medicine seeking flexibility, variety, and rewarding clinical experiences? At Medacs Healthcare, we're proud to support the NHS with expert consultants across the UK. We're currently recruiting for locum Consultants in Acute Medicine with UK-wide opportunities tailored to your availability and preferences.
Why Work Locum with Medacs Healthcare?
* Priority Access to Locum Shifts - Get exclusive early access to locum roles across the UK.
* Shifts That Work for You - Flexible long-term or short-term assignments to match your lifestyle and career goals
* NHS-Approved Framework Agency - As a trusted Tier 1 supplier to over 150 NHS Trusts, we offer consistent, high-quality opportunities.
* Dedicated Recruitment Consultant - Receive one-to-one support from a specialist who understands your clinical area and career goals.
* Streamlined Registration & Fast Onboarding - Our expert compliance team helps you get fully registered and ready to work quickly and efficiently.
* Free Wellbeing Support - Benefit from free mental health and wellbeing support, including webinars by The Joyful Doctor (with CPD points)
* GMC Revalidation & Appraisal Support - We're a Designated Body and provide full support with your annual appraisals.
* Lucrative Referral Scheme - Earn generous bonuses for every successful referral you make.
* 24/7/365 Support - Our team is available around the clock - whenever you need us.
About the Role
As a locum Consultant in Acute Medicine, you'll provide expert care for patients presenting with a wide range of acute medical conditions.
Responsibilities
* Managing acute admissions and medical take
* Leading multidisciplinary teams in acute settings
* Supervising junior doctors and trainees
* Contributing to service development and audits
What We're Looking For
Essential:
* MBBS or equivalent medical degree
* Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
* MRCP or equivalent
* A current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check or PVG check - or a willingness to undergo one as part of the registration process
* UK Right to Work
* Strong communication and teamworking skills
Desirable:
* CCT in Acute Medicine (or within 6 months of achieving it)
Locations Available
We're recruiting for locum roles across the UK, including:
* Greater London
* Midlands
* North West & North East England
* South East & South West England
* Scotland
* Wales
Let us know your preferred region and availability, and we'll match you with the right opportunity.
Apply Today
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