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Specialty Doctor in Emergency Medicine!
Location: North Cumbria, near the stunning Lake District National Park
Contract: Full-time or Part-Time, Substantive post
Salary: £59,175-£95,400 per annum depending on experience plus a recruitment premium of up to 15% (based on basic salary) per annum. We offer a relocation package of up to £4k and will also provide support in completing the competencies required to CESR.
Are you ready for an exciting career opportunity where you can make a real difference? We are seeking passionate Emergency Medicine Specialty Doctors to join our expanding SAS (Senior Decision Maker) team in North Cumbria!
Why North Cumbria?
- Enjoy the breathtaking landscapes of the Lake District while working in a region renowned for its outdoor activities and vibrant community life.
- This Trust truly values SAS doctors and offers exceptional support for your career development.
What We Offer:
- Diverse case mix including minor injuries, major trauma, and high acuity illness in both adults and children.
- A structured career pathway with the potential to progress from Tier 3 to Tier 4 Senior Decision Maker roles within a supportive environment.
- Regular teaching opportunities, including simulation training and journal clubs.
- Involvement in quality improvement, governance, and departmental management.
Your Role:
- Conduct initial assessments, formulate treatment plans, and manage patient referrals or discharges in the Emergency Department.
- Provide clinical care across a diverse patient spectrum, including resuscitation of critically ill patients, complex cases, pediatrics, and minor injuries.
- Assist in department operations, ensuring timely patient care and supervision of junior staff while maintaining patient flow and supporting quality standards.
- Engage in administrative tasks, quality improvement initiatives, teaching sessions, and continuous professional development while adhering to Trust policies.
- Collaborate with a dedicated team of consultants, higher specialist trainees, and advanced clinical practitioners.
Requirements:
- Full GMC registration with MBBS or equivalent medical degree and current certifications in ALS/ACLS, ATLS/ETC, and APLS/EPLS.
- A minimum of two years’ postgraduate experience, with at least 12 months in Emergency Medicine.
- Efficiently manage and prioritise your workload based on clinical needs.
- Committed to teaching and motivating the multi-professional medical workforce.
- Experienced in quality improvement, research, and clinical governance.
- Strong spoken and written English skills with high ethical and professional standards.
Flexible Working:
We welcome applications from those seeking part-time opportunities and offer an annualised rota system for better work-life balance.
Take the Next Step:
If you’re ready to embark on a fulfilling career in emergency medicine while enjoying the beauty of North Cumbria, we want to hear from you!
Apply now and become part of a team that’s committed to providing exceptional emergency care.
