Locum Consultant in Acute Medicine

Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic colleague with an interest in Acute Medicine to join our existing team of consultants. We currently have 18 consultants, many of whom benefit from a shared job plan within their chosen speciality field, such as Infectious Diseases. For consultants looking to undertake CESR application, we have a wealth of experience within our existing consultant workforce. We have successfully supported several of our consultants through CESR and offer peer support for staff exploring CCT by this route.The appointee will be expected to provide, and further develop, acute services for the Trust. This includes delivering services in an effective and efficient manner, ensuring the principles of risk management and clinical governance are always maintained.N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date if we receive a high volume of applications or if there has been a change in organisational priorities.Main duties of the job

To take on going responsibility for patients under his/her care.Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with medical colleagues in other specialties and participate in regular clinical meetings and other postgraduate activities.Develop and maintain good communications with general practitioners and appropriate external agencies.The appointees will be required to work with colleagues to develop and deliver acute medicine within University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust.Provide a consultation and advisory service to clinical colleagues in other specialties within the Trust and primary care.Participate in the further developments of the urgent care model for acute medicine working closely with colleagues in the emergency department and primary care.Participate in the further developments of Same Day Emergency Care pathways in acute medicine and of treatment protocols and guidelines for critical care medicine.Participate in the provision of out-of-hours cover on an equal basis with consultant colleagues to ensure that appropriate emergency services are provided.Take responsibility for the professional supervision and development of trainee doctors within the specialty.About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare.By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.There has never been a better time to join our team.Details

Date posted: 03 September 2025Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staffGrade: ConsultantSalary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year per annumContract: Fixed termDuration: 12 monthsWorking pattern: Full-timeReference number: 218-T3-MED-7436309Job locations: University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry, CV2 2DXJob responsibilities

For any more required information, please kindly refer to the attached job description and person specification.Person Specification

QualificationsEssential – Meets all EssentialDesirable – Meets all desirableTraining (abilities/skills) and ExperienceEssential – Meets all EssentialDesirable – Meets all DesirableTeaching/ Educational ExperienceEssential – Meets all EssentialDesirable – Meets all desirableClinical GovernanceEssential – Meets all EssentialDesirable – Meets all DesirableManagement and LeadershipEssential – Meets all EssentialDesirable – Meets all desirableProfessional DevelopmentEssential – Meets all EssentialDesirable – Meets all DesirablePersonal AttributesEssential – Meets all EssentialDesirable – Meets all desirableCommitment to Trust Values and BehavioursEssential – Meets all EssentialDesirable – Meets all DesirableDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.Additional informationDisclosure 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.Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.Employer details

Employer name: University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS TrustAddress: Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry, CV2 2DXEmployer''s website: ..... full job details .....