NHS Ayrshire & Arran
250400 - Speciality Doctor in Emergency Medicine
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Applications are invited for Specialty Doctors to join our Emergency Medicine Team
We also welcome applications from General Practitioners with a special interest in Emergency Medicine.
About the Role
The post is based at the Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary and is targeted towards doctors who have completed at least four years of full-time relevant postgraduate experience (or equivalent part-time). Of this, at least two years must have been spent in a specialty training programme in Emergency Medicine or as a fixed-term specialty trainee. Alternatively, applicants must demonstrate equivalent experience at ST3 level or above.
Successful candidates will benefit from:
- Wide-ranging Emergency Medicine experience and procedural skill development
- Protected time for professional growth in a supportive, collaborative team
The role is a permanent, full-time (40-hour) post based in the Emergency Department.
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Ideal Candidate Requirements
- MBChB or equivalent medical qualification
- MRCEM – membership of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine
- Full GMC registration and licence to practise
- Practical skills aligned with Emergency Medicine requirements
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to balance leadership and teamwork
- Exceptional organisational and time-management capabilities
Location & Context
NHS Dumfries and Galloway serves a population of ~148,500 across a vast area (2,400 sq miles), ranging from the eastern borders to coastlines. The Health Board employs ~4,500 staff, serving communities from Langholm and Stranraer, through to the Solway Coast.
Key Facilities:
- Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary (344 beds, state-of-the-art)
- Primary hospital for inpatient and outpatient services in the region.
- Galloway Community Hospital
- Intermediate care, maternity services, and medical/surgical beds.
- Eight cottage hospitals with minor injuries units.
- Midpark Hospital (mental health inpatient services)
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Why Choose Dumfries and Galloway?
This region is a hidden gem in Scotland, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts:
- Scenic landscapes for hiking, running, cycling, and mountain biking
- Only 90 minutes from the Lake District by car
- Access to Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Carlisle for urban exploration
Informal Enquiries
For further details, contact:
- Dr Niall Campbell (Consultant Physician) – niall.campbell3@nhs.scot
- Dr Peter Armstrong (Consultant Physician) – peter.armstrong@nhs.scot
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