Locally Employed Acute Medicine Registrar

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust; Birtley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust in Harlow is seeking a Locally Employed Acute Medicine Registrar to join the Acute Medicine Department. The role involves providing high-quality medical care within the Acute Medicine Units and Same Day Emergency Care, with supervision of junior staff and involvement in teaching.

Applicants should hold GMC Registration and PACES, with proven experience in General Medicine and UK Acute care.

Qualifications

• GMC registration is required to practice in the UK.
• PACES (Physician Assessment & Conference Examination) completed or in standing.

Responsibilities

• Manage acute medicine duties within the Acute Medicine Department.
• Lead junior medical staff and provide regular teaching.
• Coordinate patient care from admission to discharge.
• Engage in development of services to meet ageing population challenges.

Education

GMC Registration

PACES

Job description

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Locally Employed Acute Medicine Registrar

The closing date is 03 December 2026

Main area: Acute medicineGrade: ST 3-5Contract: PermanentHours: Full timeSite: Princess Alexandra HospitalTown: Harlow

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will work at Princess Alexandra Hospital, within the Acute Medicine Department which is part of the Urgent & Emergency Care division.The Acute Medicine Department has recently undergone a number of changes. Currently we staff a 28 bedded Adult Assessment Unit which aims to have a length of stay of less than 24 hours. Working in partnership with this area is a 28 bedded Medical Short Stay Ward (Charnley Ward) which provides care for patients with a 72 hour short-stay in hospital. We are also responsible for a dedicated Same Day Emergency Care Unit co-located to the Emergency Department.

About us

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave; a national programme thats changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.This means were working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.Were a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

Job responsibilities

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

As a service the acute medical responsibilities comprise the following:

• Running the medical take round the clock on shift basis
• Care of the patients in Acute Medicine Units on weekdays and weekends
• Attending to patients in our Same Day Emergency Care Unit which independently sees between 50 and 60 patients per day
• Supervision of junior medical staff and undertaking regular teachings

Duties and Responsibilities

• To co-ordinate high quality person-centred care of the patients on the ward ensuring that all patients admitted have a diagnosis and treatment plan, and receive a daily medical review. To participate in outpatient clinics where required
• To provide medical leadership on the ward by supporting and supervising more junior staff and delegating duties appropriately
• To ensure the appropriate discharge of patients, including providing timely paperwork to the General Practitioner ensuring a continuation of care following discharge
• To build and maintain excellent relationships with all members of the multidisciplinary team, working with them and communicating effectively to deliver high quality patient care
• To engage fully in development of services, driving forward innovations to meet the anticipated future challenges of the ageing population

Person Specification

Qualifications

• GMC Registration
• PACES

Experience

• Understanding of patient safety and risk management
• Broad knowledge and experience of General Medicine and UK Acute
• Medicine and Ambulatory Care in UK
• Experience in teaching at multiple levels and across disciplines
• Evidence of personal practice in all areas described by the RCP

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust