NHS Senior House Officer / FY2 SHO ST1 Hepatology Medicine Derbyshire United Kingdom

Workplace Doctors; Cromford CP; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Cromford, England, is seeking a Senior House Officer to provide comprehensive patient care and support other medical staff. The role includes significant responsibilities for patient diagnosis and treatment, with a salary range of £37,068 to £57,650 per annum. Applicants must hold GMC registration and demonstrate strong English language proficiency. The position supports ongoing professional development and study leave for relevant training.

Benefits

Support for continuing professional development

Study leave of up to 10 days per year

Qualifications

• Registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).
• Strong ability to manage multiple patients and workloads.
• Proficiency in English language requirements for IMG applicants.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and effective patient care.
• Responsible for patient under the care of the Consultant.
• Ensure continuity of patient care through communication.

Skills

GMC Registration

Ability to handle a varying workload

Fluent English (IELTS overall score 7.5 or OET Grade B)

Job description

Overview

The hospital offers an excellent starting salary (dependent on experience) with pay enhancements for overtime, shift, and out-of-hours work. The average working week is 39 hours, with overtime opportunities as required. As a SHO/Senior House Officer, you will work closely with other junior doctors, registrar doctors, and Consultants within your department. You must maintain communication with colleagues on duty before and after your shift to ensure continuity of patient care. You will instruct nursing staff and technical staff in investigations necessary for patient care and ensure all departments are fully informed.

Tier 2 Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from doctors requiring a Tier 2 sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome. We consider all doctors with appropriate experience, including EU and UK-trained doctors. Upon appointment, the relevant paperwork will be issued to the successful applicant if required.

Duties (Guideline Only)

• Provide safe and effective patient care.
• Have delegated responsibility for all patients under the care of the attached Consultant, including emergency cover and when other SHOs are off duty.
• Refer to the Consultant(s) when problems exceed your authority or experience, and oversee and advise House Officers.
• Apply specialist knowledge and skills across various procedures and practices, based on practical experience and theoretical knowledge.
• Take ongoing responsibility for patient care and departmental functioning.
• Provide diagnosis and treatment for all patient categories in the department.
• Participate in staff meetings, forums, and development programs to support service development and maintain high-quality care.

Salary

The salary is based on the national salary scale, ranging from £37,068 to £57,650 per annum.

Personal & Professional Development

The post-holder must stay current in their practice area and demonstrate this to the hospital/trust/GMC. The trust supports continuing professional development with time and financial support, aligned with Royal College requirements and GMC revalidation.

Study Leave

Study leave is granted for approved purposes, including time off for study, research, teaching, examinations, visiting clinics outside the hospital, and attending conferences. The maximum study leave allowance is 10 days per year.

Essential Requirements

• GMC Registration (We can provide guidance if needed)
• Ability to handle a varying workload
• IELTS (overall score 7.5) or OET (Grade B) for IMG applicants