Trust Doctor in Emergency Medicine (ST1) | East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust; Sevington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospital trust in the UK is looking for a ST1 Level trust doctor in Emergency Medicine. The role involves managing patients and participating in training and research activities. Candidates are encouraged to develop their portfolio in a supportive environment. The trust promotes flexible working practices and values community representation. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to high-quality patient care in a diverse setting.

Qualifications

• Must have relevant experience in Emergency Medicine.
• Strong communication skills are essential.
• Commitment to patient-centred care and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments and manage patients in the ED.
• Work in various areas including Resus and Paediatrics.
• Participate in departmental teaching and governance activities.

Job description

Applications are invited for appointments to ST1 Level trust doctor in Emergency Medicine.

Providing person-centred, high quality and effective care is at the top of our agenda and we pride ourselves in demonstrating our values that people feel cared for, safe and confident that we are making a difference in everything we do.

We positively promote flexible working practices. To ensure that our workforce reflects the population we serve, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

The role will include the initial assessment, investigation and management of patients attending the ED. You will be assigned to work in different areas of the department including Resus, Majors, Paediatrics and the ED Observation bay. You will also be responsible for arranging admissions and preparation of electronic discharge summaries as appropriate. Ensure that records of patients in your care are accurate, up to date and legible and signed.

Supervision will be provided at all times by either Consultants or Specialty Doctors in Emergency Medicine.

It is expected that you will attend the weekly departmental teaching sessions, as the rota allows and participate in the audit, governance and research activities of the department. We encourage all of our doctors to develop their portfolio whilst in our department and our former doctors have a high success rate in gaining formal training posts in Emergency Medicine.

The appointee will be expected to cover for absence of colleagues (including on call cover) at short notice, e.g. sickness.

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 800,000. We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway.

We're on an exciting journey of transformation. With a new Medical School at the centre of our community, a focus on research, clinical leadership and making our trust a rewarding