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Medecho LTD; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Medecho LTD is recruiting a Locum Senior House Officer (SHO) in General Medicine to support a busy NHS Trust. The successful candidate will work across acute and general medical services, providing high-quality patient care and hands-on clinical support.

Essential requirements include GMC registration, ALS, NHS experience, and the right to work in the UK. The post is on-site, with flexible hours as a locum contract, starting ASAP until a suitable duration is agreed.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid GMC registration with a licence to practise.
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification is essential.
• Must have previous NHS experience.
• Must have a valid Right to Work in the UK.
• Available to start ASAP.

Responsibilities

• Assess, investigate, and manage patients admitted under General Medicine.
• Participate in ward rounds, patient reviews, and discharge planning.
• Manage acute and chronic medical conditions under consultant supervision.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Liaise with nursing staff, allied healthcare professionals, and senior clinicians.
• Ensure compliance with NHS clinical governance and patient safety standards.

Skills

GMC registration

NHS experience

Right to Work UK

ALS certification

Clinical skills

Teamwork

Communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Job description

Position: Locum Senior House Officer (SHO) – General Medicine

Location: NHS Trust

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: Locum

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Locum SHO in General Medicine to join a busy NHS Trust. The successful candidate will support the medical team in providing high-quality patient care across a range of acute and general medical services. This is an excellent opportunity for doctors with previous NHS experience who are available to start immediately.

• Must hold a valid GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Must have previous NHS experience
• Must have a valid Right to Work in the UK
• Strong clinical, communication, and teamwork skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, investigate, and manage patients admitted under General Medicine
• Participate in ward rounds, patient reviews, and discharge planning
• Manage acute and chronic medical conditions under consultant supervision
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Liaise with nursing staff, allied healthcare professionals, and senior clinicians
• Ensure compliance with NHS clinical governance and patient safety standards

The post may involve working across one or more of the following specialties:

• General Internal Medicine
• Care of the Elderly (Geriatric Medicine)
• Respiratory Medicine
• Endocrinology & Diabetes
• Renal Medicine
• Infectious Diseases

Skills Required

• Acute patient assessment and management
• Recognition and escalation of deteriorating patients
• Clinical decision-making and prioritisation
• Effective communication and handover skills
• Time management and organisational skills
• Commitment to delivering high‑quality patient care

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Locum SHO medicine

Company: Medecho LTD

Salary: £40 to £45 an hour

Hours: Full-time

Location: L7 8YE

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Contract

Posting date: 9 Oct 2026

Closing date: 7 Nov 2026

Summary

Position: Locum Senior House Officer (SHO) – General Medicine

Location: NHS Trust

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: Locum

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Locum SHO in General Medicine to join a busy NHS Trust. The successful candidate will support the medical team in providing high-quality patient care across a range of acute and general medical services. This is an excellent opportunity for doctors with previous NHS experience who are available to start immediately.

Essential Requirements

• Must hold a valid GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification is essential
• Must have previous NHS experience
• Must have a valid Right to Work in the UK
• Available to start ASAP
• Strong clinical, communication, and teamwork skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, investigate, and manage patients admitted under General Medicine
• Participate in ward rounds, patient reviews, and discharge planning
• Manage acute and chronic medical conditions under consultant supervision
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Liaise with nursing staff, allied healthcare professionals, and senior clinicians
• Ensure compliance with NHS clinical governance and patient safety standards

Specialties Covered

The post may involve working across one or more of the following specialties:

• Acute Medicine
• General Internal Medicine
• Care of the Elderly (Geriatric Medicine)
• Respiratory Medicine
• Gastroenterology
• Cardiology
• Endocrinology & Diabetes
• Renal Medicine
• Stroke Medicine
• Infectious Diseases
• Haematology
• Oncology
• Rheumatology

Skills Required

• Acute patient assessment and management
• Recognition and escalation of deteriorating patients
• Clinical decision-making and prioritisation
• Effective communication and handover skills
• Time management and organisational skills
• Commitment to delivering high‑quality patient care

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.