Job Description

Job Title: Locum SHO (Senior House Officer)

Employer:

NHS trust

Location:

NHS trust

Department:

Medicine, O&G, Paediatrics, Psychiatry, Trauma & Orthopaedics (T&O), Emergency Medicine

Grade:

SHO / FY2+ level

Contract Type:

Locum (Fixed Term / Short-Term / Ongoing)

Start Date:

ASAP

Hours:

Full-time / Part-time / On-call as required

Reports to:

Registrar / Consultant

Job Summary

The post holder will work as a

Locum SHO

, providing safe and effective patient care across multiple specialties. This role is ideal for doctors with

at least 2 years of NHS experience

, a valid

ALS certification

, and the ability to start immediately. The SHO will work under the supervision of registrars and consultants to deliver high-quality clinical care.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day medical care for inpatients and outpatients in allocated specialty. Participate in ward rounds, outpatient clinics, theatre sessions (where applicable), and multidisciplinary team meetings. Undertake acute and emergency duties, including on-call shifts if required. Support junior colleagues and medical students in clinical learning. Maintain accurate, timely, and professional patient documentation. Contribute to audit, quality improvement, and clinical governance activities. Communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, and families. Adhere to NHS Trust policies, GMC guidelines, and safeguarding procedures.

Specialties Covered

Medicine

- General Medicine, Acute Medicine, Cardiology, Respiratory, etc.

Obstetrics & Gynaecology (O&G)

- Antenatal, Labour Ward, Postnatal care

Paediatrics

- Neonatal and general paediatric care

Psychiatry

- General Adult, CAMHS, Liaison Psychiatry

Trauma & Orthopaedics (T&O)

- Fracture management, ward care

Emergency Medicine

- A&E, acute care, resuscitation

Essential Requirements

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification Full GMC registration with a licence to practise Minimum 2 years of NHS experience Valid

ALS (Advanced Life Support)

certification Experience in one or more of the listed specialties Excellent communication, teamwork, and organisational skills Ability to work independently and under pressure

Desirable Requirements

Previous SHO/NHS hospital experience in multiple specialties Experience in acute care or emergency settings Audit, teaching, or research experience

Additional Information

Start Date:

Immediate / ASAP

Duration:

Short-term / ongoing locum work

Salary:

As per NHS pay scales (dependent on experience)

Working Pattern:

Flexible, including weekdays, nights, weekends, and on-calls as required
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 42.77-50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 45 - 50 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking
Work Location: In person