Associate Specialist

**Job Title**: Associate Specialist in Emergency Medicine (Locum)

**Duration**: Long-term (e.g., 6-12 months, with potential for extension)

**Hours**: Full-time / Part-time / On-call as required

**Reports to**: Clinical Lead / Consultant in Emergency Medicine

**Job Summary**:
**Key Responsibilities**:

- Provide expert clinical care in the Emergency Department, including assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients presenting with a wide range of emergency conditions.
- Manage acute medical, surgical, trauma, and paediatric emergencies, ensuring rapid and effective intervention.
- Perform a wide range of emergency procedures, such as airway management, advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), trauma resuscitation, and minor surgical procedures.
- Supervise and support junior doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, ensuring the delivery of safe and effective patient care.
- Lead resuscitation and trauma teams, coordinating care during critical incidents and complex cases.
- Participate in the on-call rota, providing out-of-hours emergency cover as required.
- Engage in decision-making and planning for the discharge, admission, or referral of patients, in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Provide leadership in clinical governance activities, including participation in audits, quality improvement initiatives, and risk management.
- Contribute to the teaching and training of junior medical staff, medical students, and allied health professionals within the department.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient care, maintaining high standards in line with NHS Trust policies and clinical guidelines.
- Actively participate in departmental meetings, case reviews, and clinical handovers to ensure continuity of care.
- Support the development and implementation of clinical protocols, guidelines, and service improvements in the Emergency Department.

**Essential Qualifications**:

- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
- Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a license to practice.
- At least 7 years of postgraduate experience in Emergency Medicine or related acute specialties.
- Relevant postgraduate qualifications such as MRCEM, FRCEM, or equivalent.
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification or equivalent; additional certifications in Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), Paediatric Life Support (APLS/PALS), or equivalent are highly desirable.

**Skills and Experience**:

- Extensive experience in managing a broad range of emergency presentations, including major trauma, cardiac emergencies, acute medical, and surgical conditions.
- Proficiency in emergency procedures, including airway management, suturing, fracture reduction, and the use of ultrasound in emergency care.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and direct resuscitation teams and multidisciplinary groups in high-pressure situations.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Experience in clinical governance, including participation in audits, quality improvement projects, and clinical risk management.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure, prioritize tasks, and make sound clinical decisions in a fast-paced environment.

**Desirable Qualifications**:

- Specialist interest or additional training in areas such as Trauma, Toxicology, Paediatrics, or Ultrasound in Emergency Medicine.
- Experience in research, clinical trials, or publication in emergency medicine journals.
- Previous experience working within the NHS or a similar healthcare system.

**Personal Attributes**:

- Compassionate, patient-focused, and committed to providing high-quality care in emergency settings.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and adherence to ethical standards.
- Adaptable and flexible, with the ability to handle a dynamic and ever-changing workload.
- Strong organizational skills with a proactive approach to problem-solving and patient management.

**Benefits**:

- Competitive remuneration package with potential for enhanced rates for on-call and unsocial hours.
- Opportunity to work in a supportive and well-regarded NHS Trust with access to cutting-edge emergency care facilities.
- Access to professional development opportunities, training, and clinical supervision.

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

Pay: £75.00-£90.00 per hour

Expected hours: 45 per week

Work Location: In person