South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Trust Doctor

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Job summary

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint a number of Trust Grade F3 resident doctors for 4-6 month rotations over 12 months to commence from August 2025, across a range of specialities. Applicants must have experience of working in the UK National Health System within the last 12 months.

These include cardiology, respiratory, diabetes and endocrinology, gastroenterology, elderly care medicine, renal and acute medicine. The posts will be based at either South Tyneside District Hospital or Sunderland Royal Hospital.

The posts are suitable for resident Doctors who have completed their Foundation Programme training or equivalent. There may also be options to choose from other specialities on both sites.

Opportunities will be available to participate in the delivery of undergraduate & postgraduate teaching and simulation training at one or both sites. On-call commitments may vary according to the post and the requirements/experience of the post holder.

These posts are not recognised for training by the Postgraduate Dean. Although these posts are not recognised for training, trainees will be allocated to a clinical supervisor, and have the opportunity for supervised learning and feedback. They will also have access to department training meetings and local teaching as well as the established IMG office.

Main duties of the job

Ensure that a comprehensive, effective and efficient service is provided within accepted standards by:

Providing a comprehensive service to patients within the confines of the role.

Providing a service to the emergency care, inpatient and outpatient departments as required meeting service needs.

Ensuring the maintenance of adequate clinical records. Meditech training will be provided.

Initiation of patient management decisions including the initial planning of investigations and treatment, on-going care and discharge planning.

Participating in clinical review activities to monitor standards of practice and ensure the maintenance of quality outcomes.

Prepare written case reports, clinical audits and research as required within the role or a directed by the Clinical Lead.

Participate in ward rounds as required.

Ward work managing inpatients, working alongside the existing junior doctors with supervision from specialty trainees and consultants.

Outpatient clinic experience will be provided where relevant.

Manage workload within agreed timetable and ensure all administrative duties are included within this.

Support other resident medical staff.

About us

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.

Date posted

07 March 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£43,923 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9155-MDMD-0325-17-1

Job locations

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

South Tyneside Nhs Foundation Trust

Harton Lane

South Shields

Tyne And Wear

NE34 0PL

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

These posts are suitable for doctors who have completed Foundation Programme training (or equivalent). There may also be options to choose from other specialities on both sites which can be discussed at interview. Opportunities will be available to participate in the delivery of undergraduate & postgraduate teaching and simulation training at one or both sites. On call commitments may vary according to the post and the requirements/experience of the post holder.

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Competent to work under supervision.
Good manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
Experience of clinical risk management
Evidence of working in the UK NHS in the last 12 months

Personal Qualities

Essential

Empathy.
Non-judgmental.
Enthusiasm for learning.
Awareness of own limitations.
Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.

Other Requirements

Essential

Full GMC registration to the end of the post.
Ability to provide complete confidentiality.
Punctuality

Qualifications

Essential

MBBS or equivalent

Desirable

MRCP Part 1

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

Good communication skills - oral and written.
Good interpersonal, organisational and listening skills.
Ability to recognise the need for assistance.
Shows enthusiasm, drive and initiative.
Responsible for keeping own skills up to date
Evidence of audit.
Medical knowledge in keeping with MBBS and Foundation training.
NHS Experience in the last 12 months

Desirable

Evidence of audit experience.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Competent to work under supervision.
Good manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
Experience of clinical risk management
Evidence of working in the UK NHS in the last 12 months

Personal Qualities

Essential

Empathy.
Non-judgmental.
Enthusiasm for learning.
Awareness of own limitations.
Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.

Other Requirements

Essential

Full GMC registration to the end of the post.
Ability to provide complete confidentiality.
Punctuality

Qualifications

Essential

MBBS or equivalent

Desirable

MRCP Part 1

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

Good communication skills - oral and written.
Good interpersonal, organisational and listening skills.
Ability to recognise the need for assistance.
Shows enthusiasm, drive and initiative.
Responsible for keeping own skills up to date
Evidence of audit.
Medical knowledge in keeping with MBBS and Foundation training.
NHS Experience in the last 12 months

Desirable

Evidence of audit experience.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.