East Cheshire NHS Trust

Bank Doctor in Emergency Department

The closing date is 22 August 2025

Job summary

East Cheshire NHS Trust is looking to recruit Bank Senior (Tier 4)Doctors in our Emergency Department to enhance our already successful Medical Staff Bank.

Applications are welcomed from doctors to work on an ad-hoc basis to help provide consistent, high level patient care and to assist with the continuity of care that the Trust provides.

As this is 'Bank' work, it is on an 'as and when' basis with no guaranteed hours, however it does offer doctors increased flexibility by selecting shifts to work around your lifestyle.

Please note, you must have a minimum of 12 months atTier 4 level working (ie ST4+) NHS/UK experience in order to proceed with joining our Bank.

Due to the terms of a Bank contract, we are unable to meet the UKVI Skilled Worked criteria and therefore unable to provide sponsorship for Visa purposes

Bank rates are subject to change (hourly rate inclusive of 12.5% annual leave payment)

ST4-ST6 & Specialty Doctor/SAS £80 ( Social ) £90 (Unsocial)

Main duties of the job

We are looking to recruit suitably qualified doctors to work across ST4-ST6 grades for work ranging from a single shift to an extended post, with evening, weekend and on-call shifts available. Full Registration with the GMC is required, as well as having achieving the appropriate level of competencies to carry out the role you have been employed to do. Duties within the shifts which you are booked to fulfil are:

  • To liaise between nurses, other clinicians, patients, relatives in order to support safe care
  • To attend and participate in board rounds, ward rounds & other related daily unit activities
  • To provide appropriate workplace supervision to junior ED staff as & when needed as requested
  • To lead the shopfloor as clinician in charge on night shifts with a consultant on call from home
  • To maintain high standards of professionalism, especially in relation to documentation
  • To arrive on time for the shift & be available for work from the arranged start time
  • To co-operate with the workforce deployment team in relation to administration of the shift

Qualifications and skills

  • MBChB or equivalent
  • MRCEM (FRCEM desirable)
  • Up to date ALS/ATLS/APLS or equivalents
  • Clinical & Procedural skills in keeping with RCEM ST4 level portfolio requirements

About us

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Details

Date posted

15 August 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

Depending on experience As appropriate to Grade

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

209-A-25-7416910

Job locations

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
  • Up to date ALS/ATLS/APLS or equivalents
  • Clinical and Procedural skills in keeping with RCEM ST4 level portfolio requirements

Desirable

  • MRCEM (FRCEM)

Eligibility

Essential

  • Full GMC Registration
  • Good clinical care
  • Good relationships and communication with patients
  • Eligibility to work in the UK
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
  • Up to date ALS/ATLS/APLS or equivalents
  • Clinical and Procedural skills in keeping with RCEM ST4 level portfolio requirements

Desirable

  • MRCEM (FRCEM)

Eligibility

Essential

  • Full GMC Registration
  • Good clinical care
  • Good relationships and communication with patients
  • Eligibility to work in the UK

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Employer's website

https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Employer's website

https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Medical Staffing Co-ordinators

Medical Staffing

ecn-tr.medicalstaffing@nhs.net

01625661224

Details

Date posted

15 August 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

Depending on experience As appropriate to Grade

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

209-A-25-7416910

Job locations

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL


Supporting documents

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