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Trust Grade / Clinical Fellow – Emergency Medicine (A&E) Nights

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB)Location: Birmingham, West MidlandsDepartment: Emergency MedicineHours: Primarily Night Shifts / Out-of-Hours RotaContract 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.