Post Cct In Emergency Medicine

University Hospitals Of Leicester Nhs Trust; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust is seeking a post-CCT Fellow at ST6 level for Emergency Medicine in the Leicester Royal Infirmary ED. The role is a 75% clinical, 25% non-clinical post requiring leadership, teaching, and service improvement with a focus on developing towards a Consultant post.

The post offers a permanent, full-time/part-time/flexible working pattern across a busy ED serving Leicester and surrounding counties. Salary £76,582 per annum with NHS pay scheme.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours.
• CCT (or within 6 months of expected achievement, including via CESR) in Emergency Medicine.
• 3 years of higher Emergency Medicine training or equivalent to work at ST6 level with senior support.

Responsibilities

• Carry out initial assessments, investigations and manage patients in the Emergency Department.
• Supervise clinically in the department.
• Participate in teaching for junior medical staff and nursing staff.
• Admit and discharge patients safely from the Emergency Department.
• Ensure a safe and high standard of care of all patients in the Emergency Department.
• Work flexibility between all areas of the department.
• Participate in the running of the department.
• Participate in non-clinical tasks to support smooth department operation.

Skills

Emergency Medicine

Clinical leadership

Teaching

Quality improvement

Patient safety

Education

CCT in Emergency Medicine

CESR route allowed

Job description

Job summary
The successful candidate will work as part of the experienced ED team and will have the responsibilities similar to that of the senior registrar (approx. st6 level) with a focus on developing skills and behaviours for beginning a Consultant post in Emergency Medicine.
The role will have a 75% clinical and 25% Non clinical split to allow the candidate to get involved with quality and safety meetings, quality improvement projects, education and own reflection/CPD.
We are looking for someone who will demonstrate a positive attitude and will work well within a team, while also having the ability to use their initiative. The Emergency department is a very fast paced, busy environment so the ideal candidate should be able to work under pressure with the support of their peers.
We pride ourselves on our Trust Values and expecting Doctors to demonstrate this within their role.
Main duties of the job
The main duties and responsibilities of this post are to:

• Carry out initial assessments, investigations and manage patients in the Emergency Department
• Supervise clinically in the department
• Participate in teaching for junior medical staff and nursing staff
• Admit and discharge patients safely from the Emergency Department
• Ensure a safe and high standard of care of all patients in the Emergency Department
• Work flexibility between all areas of the department.
• Participate in the running of the department
• Participate in non-clinical tasks to ensure smooth running of the department

About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact,
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Details
Date posted
11 September 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£76,582 a year
per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time,
Part-time,
Job share,
Flexible working
Reference number
358-8291044-KBC
Job locations
UHL Leicester Royal Infirmary Emergency Department
Leicester
LE1 5WW
United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities
As a post CCT fellow, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experts in in one of the busiest emergency departments in the UK.
The Leicester Royal Infirmary has the only Emergency Department serving the city of Leicester and the counties of Leicestershire and Rutland and is one of the busiest in the country, treating over 230,000 new patients, a quarter of whom are children. The ED incorporates:

• 32 bay Majors area
• Injuries area with 10 cubicles
• Separate Paediatric ED with 12 rooms and 8 bays
• Emergency Frailty Unit

Clinical (75%)

• Working in the Emergency Department as a senior decision maker ( ST6 level) providing support to the medical team.
• Ensure standards are met to ensure a safe department are met at all times
• Lead in areas to ensure clinical safety and efficient decision making
• Experience in running the department with support of nominated supervisor.
• Provide visible leadership on the shopfloor

Non Clinical ( 25%)

• Spend time completing Consultant of the day tasks
• Participate in patient safety investigations, complaints and requests for case reviews
• Support formal education programmes within the department
• Identify and lead a service improvement project that will benefit the department priority.
• Attend Departmental meetings alongside Consultant

Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
• CCT (or within 6 months of expected achievement including via CESR route) in Emergency Medicine Instructor in life support courses
• 3 years of higher Emergency Medicine training or equivalent To be able to work at an appropriate level but with recourse to senior advice when necessary. Documented competencies in Emergency Medicine

Communication and relationship skills
Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that is adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues. Clarity of communication and organisation. To be empathic and sensitive
• Personal integrity and reliability. Willingness to learn new skills Evidence of professional team working

Research and Audit
Essential

• Evidence of adequate CME if appropriate Understanding of Audit principles Evidence of personal experience of audit Up to date - Good Clinical Practice
• Understanding of the NHS, its strategy and current issues pertinent to Emergency Medicine Able to follow UHL policies and guidance

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential

• Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Address
UHL Leicester Royal Infirmary Emergency Department
Leicester
LE1 5WW
United Kingdom

Employer's website
https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
ED Medical Staffing Administration Manager
Georgia Wilkins
[e-mail]

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).