Locum SHO - ST1 & ST2

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Opportunities across NHS Trusts

Competitive locum rates

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Medecho LTD, on behalf of NHS Trusts, is seeking experienced Locum SHO Doctors (ST1/ST2) to join its clinical workforce across NHS Trust hospitals. Start date ASAP; you will provide high‑quality patient care within a multidisciplinary team under consultant supervision.

Candidates must have GMC registration, NHS experience, and be able to start immediately. The role offers flexible locum placements across multiple trusts with on‑site work in Rochdale and competitive hourly rates (£35–£45).

Qualifications

• Experience as SHO/ST1/ST2 in an NHS Trust.
• GMC registration with a licence to practise.
• Right to work in the UK.

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.
• Escalate concerns regarding deteriorating patients promptly.
• Participate in the departmental rota including on-call duties.

Skills

NHS experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

On-call duties

Education

Foundation Training completed

MRCP/MRCS or equivalent (desirable)

Tools

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
• GMC Registration with a licence to practise.
• Minimum NHS clinical experience required.
• 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.
• 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

• 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.
• 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.

Essential requirements

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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Company: Medecho LTD Salary: £35 to £45 an hour Hours: Full-time Location: Rochdale, OL12 0NB Working pattern: On-site Job type: Contract