Locally Employed Doctor -ST1/ST2 - Acute Medicine
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Job summary
We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated doctors to join our dynamic Acute Medicine at Peterborough City Hospital. This is a busy, progressive environment that offers excellent opportunities for clinical experience and professional growth.
The successful applicant will contribute to the day-to-day clinical management of acutely unwell medical patients and play an active role in delivering high-quality care within a supportive and forward thinking Acute Medicine team.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be responsible to the lead clinician. Key responsibilities include:
- Work a full shift pattern as part of the Acute Medicine team, managing acutely unwell medical patients across the Acute Medical Unit (AMU), Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC), and Short Stay Unit (SSU).
- Undertake initial clerking, history-taking, physical examination, and formulation of management plans for patients admitted under Acute Medicine.
- Request and interpret investigations such as blood tests, ECGs, and imaging, and escalate care appropriately to senior clinicians.
- Participate in daily consultant-led ward rounds and multidisciplinary meetings to ensure safe and effective patient care.
- If applicable, transition to another specialty after six months and fulfil duties within a multidisciplinary team.
- Attend and contribute to weekly departmental teaching, including case-based discussions, simulation sessions, and guideline reviews.
About us
We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds -- especially people from ethnic minority groups, disabled individuals, and those living locally.
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff -- see the attached leaflet for details and are proud to be a supportive, inclusive workplace where you will feel valued and empowered. Join us and help make a difference in our community.
Details
Date posted
13 February 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£52,656 a year Per annum, pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
9 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
176-U-SY-7725185
Job locations
Peterborough City Hospital
Bretton Gate
Peterborough
PE3 9GZ
Employer details
Employer name
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Peterborough City Hospital
Bretton Gate
Peterborough
PE3 9GZ
Employer's website
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