Specialty Doctor in Emergency Medicine

Job Summary We are advertising for a Specialty Doctor based at The Countess of Chester Hospital (COCH) NHS Foundation Trust. The successful applicant will take part in the middle‑grade tier of the rota alongside Higher Specialty Trainees. Working Full time: 10 Sessions per week The post offers candidates a unique opportunity to train in a busy and supportive environment. The Emergency Department has an enthusiastic and dedicated consultant team with a wide range of backgrounds and specialist interests, and a good track record for non‑career middle grades progressing into training posts. The successful applicant will be assigned a consultant mentor for the duration of the post. Candidates wishing to pursue a Portfolio Pathway to specialist registration will be supported in this process pending approval by their Educational Supervisor and the wider faculty. The post holder is expected to carry out duties to a satisfactory level, demonstrate commitment to gaining the necessary competencies for the Portfolio Pathway, and have attended the RCEM Portfolio Pathway Applicants Training Day. Where applicable, annual secondments will be offered in Acute Medicine, Anaesthetics, Critical Care and Children’s Emergency Medicine/Acute Paediatrics. The department allocates time for Education and Development which is expected to be carried out on site. Visits to the Department are welcomed and encouraged. Main Duties of the Job The Specialty Doctor’s duties cover the whole range of clinical responsibilities, working equally in both Minor and Major cases, and collaborating closely with ANP and ENP teams to provide senior support. Responsibilities include assessment, treatment, and disposition of patients attending the Emergency Department. You will support 24/7 middle‑grade cover for the department. Consultant presence is from 08:00 to midnight, seven days a week, with evening consultant support on an 'on‑call' basis between midnight and 08:00. Accountable to consultants in Emergency Medicine, you will carry out ward rounds on the Emergency Assessment Unit on a shared basis with other middle‑grade and senior doctors, and take a lead role in managing acutely ill and trauma patients. Efficient prioritisation and time‑management relative to departmental activity, staffing, and senior input are essential. You will supervise junior doctors and medical students, actively contributing to their formal and informal education, thereby developing leadership skills. About the Trust The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust provides services to West Cheshire and to Welsh patients covered by Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. The Trust works collaboratively within the wider Cheshire and Merseyside Health and Care Partnership and operates from three locations: The Countess of Chester Hospital: 438 general and acute beds Ellesmere Port Hospital: 56 beds as a rehabilitation, intermediate and outpatient facility Tarporley War Memorial Hospital: a base for community services serving the local rural population With over 5,916 staff (including temporary bank staff), the Trust delivers acute emergency, elective, primary care, and obstetric services to a population of approximately 411,000, including 361,000 residents in Chester and West Cheshire and about 50,000 in the Deeside area of Flintshire. Details Date posted: 04 December 2025 Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff Grade: Specialty Doctor Salary: £61,542 to £99,216 a year Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full‑time Reference number: 210‑2025‑842 Job location: Countess of Chester Hospital, Liverpool Road, Chester, CH2 1UL Person Specification Qualifications (Essential) A Medical degree or Diploma, acceptable by the GMC (e.g., MBBS or equivalent). Full registration with the GMC at the time of appointment and a current licence to practice. At least one of ATLS, ALS or APLS. Qualifications (Desirable) Primary FRCA Equivalent Diploma, MCEM, MRCS, MRCP. Experience (Essential) Previous experience in a substantive NHS post. Completed at least 3 years of full‑time postgraduate experience (or equivalent part‑time/flexible arrangement), demonstrating an equivalent of 2 years of specialty training in a relevant specialty. Experience working within an NHS Emergency Department. Experience (Desirable) Experience in Acute or Critical Care. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The check will be made to ensure there are no previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applicants who require UK skilled worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside other applications. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Employer Details Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation TrustCountess of Chester HospitalLiverpool RoadChesterCH2 1UL Employer Website https://www.coch.nhs.uk/working-with-us.aspx #J-18808-Ljbffr