Locally Employed Doctor – Emergency Department

About the role

The Emergency Department at Queen Alexandra Hospital is one of the busiest in the South of England. This fixed‑term, one‑year position offers a qualified doctor the chance to deliver acute care, support junior staff and take part in a strong education programme within a newly built BBEC facility.

Key responsibilities

• Perform rapid initial assessment and triage of patients presenting with acute or life‑threatening conditions.
• Deliver immediate diagnosis and treatment, including medication administration and emergency procedures.
• Monitor and stabilise unstable patients, coordinating with specialists as required.
• Collaborate closely with ED nurses, consultants and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of patient encounters and outcomes.
• Communicate diagnoses, treatment plans and possible outcomes clearly to patients and families.

Required profile

Required skills

• Sedation techniques
• Ultrasound proficiency
• Virtual reality simulation experience

What we offer

• Fixed‑term 1‑year contract with NHS benefits.
• Dedicated Clinical Educators providing 4 hours of daily shop‑floor teaching.
• Protected teaching time, regular simulation sessions and virtual reality training.
• Opportunities to contribute to a high‑performing, research‑active emergency department.