Locum Registrar

nhs trust; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive locum rates

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunities for long-term placements

Job summary

NHS Trust is seeking an experienced Locum Registrar to join its surgical workforce for immediate short- or long-term assignments. The role spans General Surgery, Urology, ENT, and Trauma & Orthopaedics, within a multidisciplinary team to support elective and emergency services.

Desirable MRCS/ATLS, CPD evidence, and strong communication skills, with valid UK work rights. Competitive locum rates and flexible working arrangements may be available.

Qualifications

• GMC registration with licence to practise is required.
• Previous NHS registrar-level experience is essential.
• MRCS or equivalent surgical membership preferred.
• ATLS certification and CPD evidence are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assess, manage, and treat surgical patients across General Surgery, Urology, ENT, and Trauma & Orthopaedics.
• Participate in day and night on-call rotas.
• Clerk and review acute surgical admissions with supervision as needed.
• Assist Consultants in theatre, ward rounds, and outpatient clinics.

Skills

GMC Registration

NHS Experience

Strong communication

Teamwork

On-call experience

Education

MRCS

ATLS

CPD evidence

Job description

An NHS Trust is seeking an experienced Locum Registrar to join its surgical workforce on an immediate basis. The successful candidate will provide high-quality clinical care across General Surgery, Urology, ENT, and Trauma & Orthopaedics departments, supporting both elective and emergency services as part of a multidisciplinary team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for doctors with NHS experience who are looking for short-term or long-term locum assignments within a supportive clinical environment. Key Responsibilities

• Assess, manage, and treat patients in surgical wards, clinics, and emergency settings.
• Participate in day and night on-call rotas as required.
• Clerking and reviewing acute surgical admissions.
• Performing practical procedures appropriate to Registrar level.
• Supporting Consultants in theatre, ward rounds, and outpatient clinics.
• Maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Participating in MDT meetings and handovers.
• Supervising junior doctors where appropriate.
• Ensuring compliance with NHS clinical governance and patient safety standards. Grade: Registrar (Middle Grade / SPR Equivalent), GMC Registration with a licence to practise.
• Previous NHS experience at Registrar or equivalent level.
• Valid Right to Work in the UK.
• Experience in one or more of the following specialties: o General Surgery o Urology o ENT (Otolaryngology) o Trauma & Orthopaedics (T&O)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently in a busy NHS environment.

Desirable Requirements

• MRCS qualification or equivalent surgical membership.
• ATLS certification.
• Experience covering acute surgical on-call rotas.
• Evidence of continued professional development (CPD).
• Competitive locum rates.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunities for long-term placements.