Trust Grade - Emergency Medicine (A & E) Nights University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust

Trust Grade / Clinical Fellow – Emergency Medicine (A E) Nights University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB) Location: Birmingham, West Midlands Department: Emergency Medicine Hours: Primarily Night Shifts / Out-of-Hours Rota Contract Type: Locum contract

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties Assess, investigate, diagnose, and manage patients presenting to the Emergency Department overnight. Deliver immediate treatment and stabilisation for critically ill or injured patients. Prioritise patient care according to clinical urgency and departmental protocols.

Request and interpret relevant investigations including blood tests, ECGs, and imaging. Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation using electronic patient record systems. Escalate complex or deteriorating cases appropriately to senior clinicians.

Participate in patient handovers to ensure continuity of care between shifts. Teamworking Communication Work collaboratively with consultants, specialty teams, nursing staff, paramedics, and allied health professionals. Communicate effectively and compassionately with patients and relatives during emergency presentations.

Support junior colleagues and contribute positively to team morale during overnight operations. Governance Quality Adhere to GMC standards, Trust policies, and national clinical guidelines. Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement projects, and departmental governance activities where applicable.

Ensure compliance with infection prevention, safeguarding, and patient safety procedures. Training Development Engage in ongoing professional development and mandatory training. Opportunities may be available for teaching, simulation training, and career progression within Emergency Medicine.

Person Specification Essential Criteria MBBS or equivalent medical qualification. Full GMC registration with licence to practise. Minimum NHS clinical experience in Emergency Medicine, Acute Medicine, or related specialties.

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced acute environment. Strong communication and decision-making skills. Ability to work independently overnight with appropriate senior support.

Desirable Criteria ALS/ATLS/APLS certification. Previous Emergency Department night-shift experience. Experience using NHS electronic patient record systems.

Interest in Emergency Medicine training or acute care pathways. Working Pattern Predominantly night shifts including weekends and bank holidays. Rota compliant with EWTD and NHS contractual standards.

Flexible shift arrangements may be considered depending on service needs. Application Process Candidates should submit: CV/Application Form GMC registration details Supporting statement outlining relevant emergency medicine experience and suitability for night work References and pre-employment checks will be required in line with NHS employment standards.