Locum SHO – Emergency Medicine


Company:	Medecho LTD
Salary:	£40 - £45
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Wigan, WN1 2NN
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	7 Jul 2026
Closing date:	6 Aug 2026

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Summary

Location: NHS Trust – UK

Contract Type: Locum

Start Date: ASAP

Grade: Senior House Officer (SHO) / CT1-CT2 Equivalent

Specialty: Emergency Medicine

Job Overview

An NHS Trust is seeking a dedicated Locum SHO in Emergency Medicine to join a busy and dynamic Emergency Department for an immediate start. The successful candidate will provide high-quality patient care, assess and manage acute presentations, and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, investigate, diagnose, and manage patients presenting to the Emergency Department.

• Undertake initial patient assessments and formulate management plans.

• Perform clinical procedures within competency level.

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.

• Escalate complex or critically ill patients to senior clinicians appropriately.

• Participate in ward rounds, handovers, and departmental meetings as required.

• Work effectively alongside consultants, registrars, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals.

• Ensure compliance with NHS clinical governance and patient safety standards.

Essential Requirements

• Full GMC Registration with licence to practise.

• Minimum 6 months NHS experience in Emergency Medicine or Acute Medicine.

• Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification – Mandatory.

• Right to work in the UK.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable Requirements

• Previous Emergency Department experience at SHO level.

• ATLS/APLS certification.

• Familiarity with NHS systems and clinical pathways.

Benefits

• Competitive locum rates.

• Flexible rota patterns.

• Opportunity for ongoing locum work.

• Supportive clinical environment.

• Immediate start available.

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