Job summary
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Trust Grade Registrar to join the Emergency Department at the Royal Berkshire Hospital.

The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of direct patient care in the Emergency Department (ED), as well provide leadership and manage the department at night.

Dedicated Consultant supervision and guidance will be available throughout the duration of the post, aiming to build a fulfilling and sustainable career in Emergency Medicine.

Main duties of the job
The successful candidate would be a doctor with significant previous experience in Adult and Paediatric Emergency Medicine, gained either in the NHS or abroad. They would be competent in performing common emergency procedures, such as DC cardioversion, chest decompression and tube thoracostomy, reduction of dislocated joints and fractures, wound suturing etc, as well as managing medical emergencies - cardiac arrest, tachy- or bradyarrhythmias, acute coronary syndrome, seizures, DKA, shock, sepsis, respiratory failure etc.

This post requires excellent communication and leadership skills when dealing with distressed patients and/or relatives, interdisciplinary referrals, presenting cases at board rounds. The successful applicant is expected to have experience to lead the Emergency Department, especially at night, be able to supervise and guide junior colleagues, and thrive in a busy environment requiring focus and multitasking.

About us
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Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

Details
Date posted: 16 July 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: £54,499 to £67,325 a year
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 193-MS2266UCG
Job locations: Emergency Department, Royal Berkshire Hospital, London Road, Reading, RG1 5AN

Job responsibilities
The successful candidate would be a doctor with significant previous experience in Adult and Paediatric Emergency Medicine, gained either in the NHS or abroad. They would be competent in performing common emergency procedures, such as DC cardioversion, chest decompression and tube thoracostomy, reduction of dislocated joints and fractures, wound suturing etc, as well as managing medical emergencies - cardiac arrest, tachy- or bradyarrhythmias, acute coronary syndrome, seizures, DKA, shock, sepsis, respiratory failure etc.

This post requires excellent communication and leadership skills when dealing with distressed patients and/or relatives, interdisciplinary referrals, presenting cases at board rounds. The successful applicant is expected to have experience to lead the Emergency Department, especially at night, be able to supervise and guide junior colleagues, and thrive in a busy environment requiring focus and multitasking.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Full GMC Registration
• MB ChB, MBBS or equivalent

Desirable

• MRCEM

Experience
Essential

• At least THREE years continuous experience in Emergency Medicine.
• Provider status in any of the following: ALS, ATLS, or APLS.

Desirable

• Previous NHS employment as a doctor.

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.

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

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 continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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: Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Emergency Department, Royal Berkshire Hospital, London Road, Reading, RG1 5AN
Employer's website: Apply through our website

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Consultant Emergency Medicine, Jane Brenchley
Email: Jane.Brenchley@royalberkshire.nhs.uk
Phone: 01183227019