Trust ST3+ in Emergency Medicine

Job summary

We are looking to recruit a Trust ST3 Doctor to expand our emergency care function based at Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton. The post holder will be responsible for the admission, clerking and day to day acute care of their patients in the emergency department, as assigned. This includes patients in the clinical decision unit.

This post is not recognised for training, however a bespoke development programme will be tailored to the successful candidate's needs. The successful candidate will be allocated clinical supervisor who will provide a mentoring, support, direction and an objective view on how the post holder can develop and progress in their working environment. There is potential opportunity to progress into Specialty Doctor and Specialist grade (SAS grade) contract.

We are a modern Foundation Trust, with a friendly supportive working environment; we have been repeatedly rated as one of the top-10 healthcare employers in the country.

Away from the hustle and bustle of the big city, our diverse patient-mix of approximately 60,000 attendances per year (both adult and children) and responsibilities as an accredited Trauma Unit provide varied and interesting clinical challenges.

Please note that this advert may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Main duties of the job

Key duties include the examination, investigation, treatment and referral (as appropriate) of patients presenting to the Emergency Department.

To oversee the work of postgraduate Doctors (F1, F2, ST and VTS) working in the department, to ensure that an acceptable standard of practice is maintained.

To ensure that all medical staff have their appropriate breaks when acting as shift leader.

To undertake on the floor teaching of medical and nursing students, postgraduate medical and nursing staff in the department.

To participate in audits and current research projects. These are available through individual Consultants.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

Flexible working options to help you balance work and life

NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security

Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax

A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.