Locum Appointment for Service (General Medicine/A&E)

NHS Shetland; East Suffolk; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated locum doctor for a full-time role in General Medicine and A&E. This exciting position offers a unique opportunity to work in a beautiful location, providing essential care to patients while enjoying the benefits of Shetland's stunning natural environment. The successful candidate will be part of a collaborative medical team, engaging in ward work and emergency assessments. With a competitive salary and relocation allowance, this role is perfect for those looking to advance their medical careers in a supportive setting. Don't miss the chance to make a difference in a vibrant community while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.

Benefits

Relocation Allowance

Distant Islands Allowance

Low Pollution Environment

Excellent Schools

Great Leisure Facilities

Unique Wildlife

Amazing Scenery

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration with a current licence to practice is essential.
• Candidates should have completed FY2 training.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuity of care for admitted patients.
• Assess acute emergency medical patients in A&E.
• Participate in general medical clinic experience.

Skills

General Medicine

A&E (Accident and Emergency)

Patient Assessment

Ward Care

GMC Registration

Education

FY2 Training Completion

Medical Degree

Job description

Locum Appointment for Service (General Medicine/A&E) (Ref: 212202)

Full-Time – 40 hours per week

Fixed term from August 2025 (4, 6 and 12 month opportunity available)

£45,504 to £60,199 per annum (pro rata), plus banding supplement

This post also attracts a relocation allowance (up to £4,000 for a 12 month post) and

Distant Islands Allowance of £2,380 per annum (pro rata)

Based at the Gilbert Bain Hospital in Lerwick, this post would suit doctors who have just completed FY2 training and are considering a medical or surgical career or a core medical or core surgical trainee waiting for a StR position. Alternatively a doctor interested in a future career in general practice waiting for a StR position/a GP trainee who had completed training but who wished further medical/A&E experience. Full GMC registration with a current licence to practice is essential for these roles.

The successful applicant will work as a part of the medical team. The rotation covers:

1. Ward work – providing continuity of care for admitted patients.
2. Assessment of acute unselected emergency medical patients presenting to A&E (including paediatric review).
3. General medical clinic experience.
4. Night shifts involve three or four nights at a time covering surgical and medical A & E, as well as the wards.

Rise to the challenge and enjoy the opportunity - Shetland is a wonderful place to live and work. Shetland offers low pollution, low crime, excellent schools, great leisure facilities, unique wildlife and amazing scenery, whilst still only a short flight away from the UK mainland. To find out more about living and working in Shetland go to www.shetland.org and/or https://www.shetland.org/life.

Informal enquiries should be addressed to Dr Pauline Wilson (Consultant Physician) at the Gilbert Bain Hospital. They can be contacted via the hospital switchboard on 01595 743000 or via email on [e-mail].

Closing Date: Sunday 13^th April 2025
Telephone/Teams Interview: w/c 21^st April 2025.

For more information and to apply:

Internal Applicants: if you are currently working for NHS Shetland (including Bank Members) you must apply via the Jobtrain website link:

https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/internal/vacancies.aspx?chkDivision=173

External Applicants: ie if you are NOT currently an NHS Shetland employeeor registered on our Bank, you must apply via the following Jobtrain website link:-

https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/vacancies.aspx?chkDivision=173

If you require assistance or encounter any technical issues with your application, please e-mail support at https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home including the vacancy reference number and “NHS Shetland” in the subject line.

In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.