Locum Sho

**Job Title**: Locum Senior House Officer (ST1 & ST2)
**Specialties**: A&E, Psychiatry, Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics, Pediatrics

**Position Summary**:
As a locum Senior House Officer (SHO) within our NHS trust, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality patient care across a range of medical specialties. This position offers the opportunity to work in dynamic clinical environments, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care to patients.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Assess, diagnose, and initiate treatment plans for patients presenting in the designated specialty area.
- Conduct thorough patient evaluations, including medical histories, physical examinations, and diagnostic tests as required.
- Participate in the management of acute and chronic medical conditions, ensuring adherence to clinical guidelines and best practices.
- Assist in emergency situations, including resuscitation efforts and trauma management in the A&E setting.
- Collaborate with consultants, registrars, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and optimize outcomes.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, including electronic documentation systems utilized within the trust.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and caregivers, providing clear explanations of diagnoses, treatment options, and potential risks.
- Attend and actively contribute to departmental meetings, case presentations, and educational sessions as required.
- Adhere to trust policies, protocols, and standards of practice, promoting a culture of patient safety and quality improvement.

**Qualifications and Requirements**:

- Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and eligibility for inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register, or in the process of obtaining full registration (PLAB qualified).
- Completion of Foundation Year 1 (FY1) and Foundation Year 2 (FY2) training or equivalent.
- Demonstrated experience and competence in the designated specialty area, with specific training and/or rotations in A&E, Psychiatry, Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics, or Pediatrics.
- Excellent clinical skills, including proficiency in history taking, physical examination, and interpretation of diagnostic tests.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuing medical education.
- Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays as required.

**Benefits**:

- Competitive locum rates commensurate with experience and specialty.
- Access to comprehensive induction and orientation programs.
- Opportunities for professional development and training within the trust.
- Supportive work environment with access to clinical supervision and mentorship.

Potential for extension of contract or permanent placement within the trust based on performance and departmental needs.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: £40.00-£50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 45 per week

**Benefits**:

- Referral programme

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Every weekend
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- No weekends
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
- Weekends only

Licence/Certification:

- GMC (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: A&E