Job summary
University Hospitals Dorset (UHD) invites applications for full-time, permanent Specialty Doctor posts in Emergency Medicine, working across Poole Hospital and the Royal Bournemouth Hospital.

The successful candidate will join the Tier 3/ ST3 equivalent rota within the Emergency Department.

The aim will be to develop and join the Tier 4/ST4 equivalent team after meeting certain competences.

This is a 10 PA post: 8.5 Direct Clinical Care (DCC) and 1.5 Supporting Professional Activity (SPA)

Candidates are required to have: 4 years postgraduate experience with 2 years of NHS ED experience to be eligible for this position

The Trust can provide a Certificate of Sponsorship for Tier 2 visa applicants, and overseas EM experience may be recognised when determining the starting point on the Specialty Doctor pay scale, which is as per the national terms and conditions.

UHD has a strong history of supporting doctors through CESR, with many progressing to substantive consultant roles.

Successful applicants may join a structured CESR programme, which includes tailored development plans in the emergency department, progression to rotations in key acute specialties (including Critical Care and Anaesthetics, Paediatrics and Acute medicine), and mentorship from CESR-qualified consultants to build their portfolio Participation is optional for candidates choosing to pursue training routes instead.

Main duties of the job
In person Interviews will take place on Monday 21st September. We will not accept any online interviews.

Please see attached Job description to understand the main duties of this job.

Following the merger of Bournemouth, Poole, and Christchurch Hospitals, UHD now operates Emergency Departments on both main sites and if successful applicants will be expected to work cross-site.

At present there is an Emergency Department at both Poole and Bournemouth sites, with RBH being the designated site for PCI and stroke thrombolysis, and Poole being the designated Major Trauma Unit as well as in patient paediatric services.

About us
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview.

As part of our commitment to delivering high-quality care across seven days, this post may involve participation in an out-of-hours rota, including evenings, weekends, and/or bank holidays, in accordance with service needs. Any work undertaken outside standard hours/PA's will attract remuneration in line with the respective NHS Medical and Dental Terms and Conditions of Service

We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Details
Date posted: 12 August 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Specialty Doctor
Salary: £63,696 to £102,689 a year
per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 153-M3921
Job locations: University Hospitals Dorset
Bournemouth/Poole
BH7 7DW
United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
To provide high quality emergency care, being competent in the normal range of emergency medical conditions and injuries.

Direct clinical care will consist of scheduled shifts for the routine assessment and treatment of patients that present to the Emergency Department.

Take part in the middle tier rota, covering 24 hours, seven days a week.

Undertake professional development and participate in audit, ensuring all clinical governance areas are met.

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• At least 4 years of postgraduate training, including relevant posts in Emergency Medicine
• A minimum of 2 years of recent experience working in an Emergency Department in the UK
• Demonstrated successful completion of Foundation competencies or equivalent.
• Involvement in audit and teaching activities.
• Competence in independently managing minor injuries.
• Able to independently manage a range of patients in Resus, majors and paediatric areas.
• MRCEM primary

Desirable

• ATLS, APLS, or ALS instructor status
• Participation in research or simulation activities
• Full MRCEM

Qualifications and Training
Essential

• Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and a license to practice.
• MBBS or an equivalent medical degree
• Advanced life support (ALS) up to date

Desirable

• Level 1 Ultrasound (USS) competency.
• All 3 life support courses, up to date (ALS/ACLS, ATLS/ETC, APLS/EPLS).

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: University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Address: University Hospitals Dorset
Bournemouth/Poole
BH7 7DW
United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Consultant
Cosmin Jalba
cosmin-stefan.jalba@nhs.net
03000194171

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.
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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.