Locum Senior House Officer (SHO)

nhs trust; St Helens; On-site; GBP 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Trust is seeking experienced Locum SHO Doctors at ST1/ST2 level to join its clinical workforce under consultant supervision.

You will provide high-quality patient care within a multidisciplinary team, participate in ward rounds, clinics, admissions and discharge planning, and maintain accurate records. GMC registration, ALS, and immediate availability are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum NHS clinical experience required.
• In-date Advanced Life Support (ALS) certificate.
• Valid Right to Work in the UK.
• GMC Registration with a licence to practise.

Responsibilities

• Assess, investigate, diagnose and manage patients under consultant supervision.
• Participate in ward rounds, outpatient clinics, admissions and discharge planning.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records.
• Request and interpret investigations appropriately.
• Liaise with consultants, nursing staff and allied healthcare professionals.
• Escalate concerns regarding deteriorating patients promptly.
• Ensure compliance with NHS clinical governance and patient safety policies.
• Participate in the departmental rota, including on-call duties.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Immediate availability

Education

GMC Registration with a licence to practise

Tools

NHS electronic patient record systems

Job description

An NHS Trust is seeking experienced and motivated Locum SHO Doctors (ST1 & ST2 level) to join its clinical workforce. The successful candidate will provide high-quality patient care within a multidisciplinary team, supporting consultant-led services across a range of specialties.,

• Assess, investigate, diagnose and manage patients under consultant supervision.
• Participate in ward rounds, outpatient clinics, admissions and discharge planning.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records.
• Request and interpret investigations appropriately.
• Liaise effectively with consultants, nursing staff and allied healthcare professionals.
• Escalate concerns regarding deteriorating patients promptly.
• Ensure compliance with NHS clinical governance and patient safety policies.
• Participate in the departmental rota, including on-call duties where required. This is an excellent opportunity for doctors with NHS experience who are available to start immediately and are looking to gain further experience in a dynamic NHS environment., GMC Registration with a licence to practise.
• Minimum NHS clinical experience required.
• In-date Advanced Life Support (ALS) certificate.
• Valid Right to Work in the UK.
• Ability to start work immediately / ASAP.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Understanding of NHS clinical governance and patient safety standards.

Desirable Requirements

• Previous experience working at SHO / ST1 / ST2 level.
• Experience working within multiple NHS specialties.
• MRCP Part 1, MRCS Part A or equivalent postgraduate qualifications (desirable but not essential).
• Experience using NHS electronic patient record systems. Competitive locum rates.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunities across multiple NHS Trusts.
• Supportive clinical environment.
• Ongoing placement opportunities for high-performing doctors.
• Access to a broad range of specialties and career development opportunities.