Locum SHO - ST1 & ST2

Medecho LTD; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive locum rates

Flexible working arrangements

On-site placements across NHS Trusts

Ongoing placement opportunities

Job summary

Medecho LTD is actively sourcing experienced Locum SHO doctors (ST1/ST2) to join NHS Trusts across the UK. The role requires GMC registration, ALS, and immediate availability. You will work within a multidisciplinary team, supporting consultant‑led services in multiple specialties and managing patient care on-site.

The position offers competitive locum rates, flexible on-site placements, and ongoing opportunities across NHS trusts, with a strong emphasis on patient safety and clinical governance.

Qualifications

• 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.

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 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.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Immediate availability

Education

MRCP Part 1 or MRCS Part A or equivalent

Foundation Training completed

Tools

NHS EPR systems (Cerner/EPIC/Lorenzo/Sunrise)

Job description

Location

NHS Trust Hospitals across the UK

Start Date

ASAP

Role Overview

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.

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.

Key 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 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.

Candidates may be considered for roles within:

• Care of the Elderly (Geriatrics)
• Respiratory Medicine
• Endocrinology & Diabetes

Essential Requirements

• 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.

What We Offer

• 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.

Additional Benefits

1. Previous experience working as an SHO (ST1/ST2) within an NHS Trust.
2. Additional life support qualifications such as ATLS, APLS or EPALS.
3. Experience using NHS electronic patient record systems (e.g., Cerner, EPIC, Lorenzo or Sunrise).
4. Completion of Foundation Training (or overseas equivalent).
5. Previous rotational experience across multiple medical and surgical specialties.

Company Details

Company: Medecho LTD

Salary: £35 to £45 an hour

Hours: Full-time

Location: Stoke‑on‑Trent, ST4 6QG

Working pattern: On‑site

Job type: Contract

Posting date: 6 Nov 2026

Closing date: 6 Dec 2026

Additional Qualifiers

1. Previous experience working as an SHO (ST1/ST2) within an NHS Trust.
2. Additional life support qualifications such as ATLS, APLS or EPALS.
3. Experience using NHS electronic patient record systems (e.g., Cerner, EPIC, Lorenzo or Sunrise).
4. Completion of Foundation Training (or overseas equivalent).
5. Previous rotational experience across multiple medical and surgical specialties.

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