Job overview
We are looking to appoint Specialty Doctors in Emergency Medicine at University Hospitals Dorset to work at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital site, just a stone’s throw from the glorious blue flag beaches of Bournemouth and Poole.
The Emergency Medicine team at UHD have a significant amount of experience and expertise in supporting doctors through the CESR programme, many of whom who now work as substantive consultants at both sites. We currently run a CESR programme which includes a bespoke professional development plan tailored to meeting the needs of the individual doctor including availability of placements in Critical Care, Anaesthetics, Acute medicine and Paediatrics, as well as mentor support from a consultant that has previously attained CESR. There is the option for successful candidates to participate in this programme if desired.
Recently Poole, Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals have undergone merger into UHD,
At present there is an Emergency Department at both Poole and Bournemouth sites, with RBH being the designated site for PCI and stroke thrombolysis, and Poole being the designated Major Trauma Unit as well as in patient paediatric services.
Main duties of the job
To provide high quality emergency care, being competent in the normal range of emergency medical conditions and injuries.
Direct clinical care will consist of scheduled shifts for the routine assessment and treatment of patients that present to the Emergency Department.
Take part in the middle tier rota, covering 24 hours, seven days a week.
Undertake professional development and participate in audit, ensuring all clinical governance areas are met.
The successful candidate will join the existing Emergency Department team at UHD, supporting the Middle Grade tier.
Responsibilities will include assisting the team in providing 24 hour emergency care to the population of Dorset. The candidate will be someone who is committed to Emergency Medicine and has a desire to work in a fast-paced and stimulating environment. The successful candidate will be supported by a team of 15 Consultants.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- At least 4 years of postgraduate training, including relevant posts in Emergency Medicine
- A minimum of 2 years of recent experience working in an Emergency Department
- IAC completed/ significant anaesthetic experience
- Intensive care experience (4-6 months minimum)
- Demonstrated successful completion of Foundation competencies or equivalent.
- Involvement in audit and teaching activities.
- Competence in independently managing minor injuries.
- Significant experience in Emergency Medicine, equivalent to ST4+ level (not ST3 or below)
- Full MRCEM Qualification parts 1,2 and 3
Desirable
- ATLS, APLS, or ALS instructor status
- Participation in research or simulation activities
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and a license to practice.
- MBBS or an equivalent medical degree
- A minimum of two life support courses, up to date (ALS/ACLS, ATLS/ETC, APLS/EPLS).
- Membership of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine (MRCEM).
Desirable
- Fellowship of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine (FRCEM
- Level 1 Ultrasound (USS) competency.
- All 3 life support courses, up to date (ALS/ACLS, ATLS/ETC, APLS/EPLS).
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This advert is for Specialty Doctor - Emergency Medicine with University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust in Bournemouth; Poole, England. It is listed as a Senior Medical doctor Emergency Medicine role. The advertised salary is £61,542 - £99,216 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 19 Aug 2026.
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