Locum Senior House Officer (SHO)

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

Job summary

NHS Trust is seeking experienced Locum SHO doctors (ST1 & ST2 level) to support consultant-led services across a range of specialties within a multidisciplinary team. The role includes ward rounds, clinics, admissions and discharge planning, with emphasis on patient safety and governance.

Candidates must have GMC registration, ALS, immediate availability, and minimum NHS clinical experience. Flexibility for rota on-call duties and working across trusts is offered.

Qualifications

• GMC registration with licence to practise.
• In-date Advanced Life Support (ALS) certificate.
• Valid Right to Work in the UK.
• Immediate/ASAP availability.
• Minimum NHS clinical experience.

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 governance and patient safety policies.
• Contribute to the departmental rota and on-call duties as required.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

NHS experience

Education

MRCP Part 1

GMC registration

Tools

NHS EPR 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.