# Trust Grade - Emergency Medicine (A & E) Nights University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust at Pulse Healthcare

Trust Grade - Emergency Medicine (A & E) Nights University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust at Pulse Healthcare in Birmingham. Posted May 20, 2026.

- Company: Pulse Healthcare
- Location: Birmingham
- Posted: 2026-05-20
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/pulse/jobs/7741409003
- Source: https://jobmagic.ai/jobs/trust-grade-emergency-medicine-a-e-nights-university-hospitals-birmingham-nhs-tr-mctekr

## Description

 

 

 

 

 

### Trust Grade / Clinical Fellow – Emergency Medicine (A&E) Nights

**University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB)Location:** Birmingham, West Midlands
**Department:** Emergency Medicine
**Hours:** Primarily Night Shifts / Out-of-Hours Rota
**Contract Type:** Locum contract

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### Key Responsibilities

### Clinical Duties

- Assess, investigate, diagnose, and manage patients presenting to the Emergency Department overnight.

- Deliver immediate treatment and stabilisation for critically ill or injured patients.

- Prioritise patient care according to clinical urgency and departmental protocols.

- Request and interpret relevant investigations including blood tests, ECGs, and imaging.

- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation using electronic patient record systems.

- Escalate complex or deteriorating cases appropriately to senior clinicians.

- Participate in patient handovers to ensure continuity of care between shifts.

### Teamworking & Communication

- Work collaboratively with consultants, specialty teams, nursing staff, paramedics, and allied health professionals.

- Communicate effectively and compassionately with patients and relatives during emergency presentations.

- Support junior colleagues and contribute positively to team morale during overnight operations.

### Governance & Quality

- Adhere to GMC standards, Trust policies, and national clinical guidelines.

- Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement projects, and departmental governance activities where applicable.

- Ensure compliance with infection prevention, safeguarding, and patient safety procedures.

### Training & Development

- Engage in ongoing professional development and mandatory training.

- Opportunities may be available for teaching, simulation training, and career progression within Emergency Medicine.

### Person Specification

### Essential Criteria

- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.

- Full GMC registration with licence to practise.

- Minimum NHS clinical experience in Emergency Medicine, Acute Medicine, or related specialties.

- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced acute environment.

- Strong communication and decision-making skills.

- Ability to work independently overnight with appropriate senior support.

### Desirable Criteria

- ALS/ATLS/APLS certification.

- Previous Emergency Department night-shift experience.

- Experience using NHS electronic patient record systems.

- Interest in Emergency Medicine training or acute care pathways.

### Working Pattern

- Predominantly night shifts including weekends and bank holidays.

- Rota compliant with EWTD and NHS contractual standards.

- Flexible shift arrangements may be considered depending on service needs.

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### Application Process

Candidates should submit:

- CV/Application Form

- GMC registration details

- Supporting statement outlining relevant emergency medicine experience and suitability for night work

References and pre-employment checks will be required in line with NHS employment standards.