Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for 3 x 12 month fixed term post to work as a Locum Consultant within Emergency Medicine at UHNM.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the substantive Consultant, Middle Grade and Junior Medical teams to deliver a high quality and timely service to the local population. The successful candidate will have an opportunity to shape and contribute to the development of the service. They will also work closely with the current team of consultant colleagues and participate in a 1 in 6 weekend rota.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidates will provide clinical leadership within the Emergency Department at UHNM. You will be expected to work with other members of the Emergency Medicine team to provide first class clinical care in Adult and Paediatric Emergency Medicine across both Royal Stoke and County Hospitals. You will provide clinical leadership, including delivery of the Clinical Quality Indicators (CQI) for Emergency Medicine.
About us
University Hospitals of North Midlands has two sites: Royal Stoke University Hospital, located in Stoke-on-Trent, and County Hospital, located in Stafford. From these hospitals we provide a full range of general acute hospital services for people living in and around Staffordshire and beyond. The Trust also provides specialised services for three million people in a wider area, including neighbouring counties and North Wales.
Our specialised services include cancer diagnosis and treatment, cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery, renal and dialysis services, neonatal intensive care and paediatric intensive care. We are recognised for our particular expertise in trauma, respiratory conditions, spinal surgery, upper gastro-intestinal surgery, complex orthopaedic surgery, laparoscopic surgery and the management of liver conditions. The Trust has some of the most modern operating theatres in Europe.
Details
Date posted
15 September 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
109,725 to 145,478 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
205-7430953-A
Job locations
University Hospitals North Midlands
Newcastle Road
Stoke-on-Trent
ST4 6QG
Job description
Job responsibilities
A detailed job description and main responsibilities can be found within the job pack attached in the supporting documents. Job description
Job responsibilities
A detailed job description and main responsibilities can be found within the job pack attached in the supporting documents.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• MBCHB or equivalent
• FRCEM or equivalent or working towards
• ALS or equivalent
• ATLS certification
• APLS certification

Desirable

• European Trauma course
• Full GMC registration Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry via: - oCCT within 6 months of date of the AAC oCESR

Professional and Multidisciplinary Team Working
Essential

• Thorough and detailed knowledge of medical audit, medical education, current clinical and medical best practice
• Broad clinical experience within Emergency Medicine within the NHS

Desirable

• Further skills in information technology

Academic Achievements, Research, Publications
Desirable

• Undertaken complete audit cycle
• Interest and awareness of research

Management and Administrative Experience
Essential

• Experienced in demonstrating clinical procedures / techniques to other healthcare professionals
• Appraisal and assessment training skills

Clinical Experience & Training
Essential

• Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in relevant specialty
• Broad clinical experience within Emergency Medicine

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• MBCHB or equivalent
• FRCEM or equivalent or working towards
• ALS or equivalent
• ATLS certification
• APLS certification

Desirable

• European Trauma course
• Full GMC registration Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry via: - oCCT within 6 months of date of the AAC oCESR

Professional and Multidisciplinary Team Working
Essential

• Thorough and detailed knowledge of medical audit, medical education, current clinical and medical best practice
• Broad clinical experience within Emergency Medicine within the NHS

Desirable

• Further skills in information technology

Academic Achievements, Research, Publications
Desirable

• Undertaken complete audit cycle
• Interest and awareness of research

Management and Administrative Experience
Essential

• Experienced in demonstrating clinical procedures / techniques to other healthcare professionals
• Appraisal and assessment training skills

Clinical Experience & Training
Essential

• Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in relevant specialty
• Broad clinical experience within Emergency Medicine

Skills Required