Job Title: Locum Specialty Doctor
Location: NHS Trust (various departments)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Locum (Full-time / Part-time / On-call shifts available)
Job Summary
We are seeking motivated and skilled Locum Specialty Doctors to join our NHS Trust across a range of specialties. The post offers the opportunity to work within a supportive multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality patient care while maintaining clinical governance and service standards.
Available Specialties
* General Medicine
* Psychiatry
* Emergency Medicine
* Anaesthetics
* Intensive Care
* General Surgery
* Trauma & Orthopaedics
* Obstetrics & Gynaecology
* Paediatrics
* Care of the Elderly
* ENT
* Ophthalmology
* Dermatology
* Oncology
* Palliative Care
(Other specialties may be available depending on Trust requirements.)
Key Responsibilities
* Provide high-quality medical care to patients within the designated specialty.
* Participate in ward rounds, outpatient clinics, theatre sessions, and on-call duties as required.
* Work closely with Consultants, Registrars, nursing staff, and allied health professionals.
* Contribute to teaching, supervision, and support of junior doctors and medical students.
* Ensure accurate documentation in line with GMC and Trust standards.
* Maintain compliance with Trust policies, clinical governance, and safeguarding guidelines.
Essential Qualifications & Requirements
* Primary Medical Qualification (MBBS or equivalent).
* Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practise.
* Minimum of 4 years post-graduation clinical experience.
* At least 2 years' experience in chosen specialty.
* Valid ALS (Advanced Life Support) certification.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills.
* Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced NHS environment.
* Up-to-date compliance documentation (DBS, occupational health clearance, references).
Desirable Criteria
* Previous NHS experience at Specialty Doctor level or above.
* Additional life support certifications (e.g., ATLS, APLS).
* Evidence of audit, quality improvement, or teaching involvement.
* MRCP / MRCS / MRCPsych or equivalent postgraduate qualification.
Benefits
* Competitive hourly / daily locum rates.
* Flexible working opportunities (long-term or short-term placements).
* Support with accommodation and travel (where applicable).
* Dedicated recruitment and compliance support.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months
Pay: £55.00-£85.00 per hour
Expected hours: 45 – 50 per week
Benefits:
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person