Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
Specialty Doctor in Emergency Medicine
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Specialty Doctor – Urgent Treatment Centre at West Cornwall Hospital
About the Role
We are seeking motivated individuals to join and expand our enthusiastic and friendly team at the Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) at West Cornwall Hospital.
Our team thrives on multi-professional collaboration, with a commitment to delivering the highest standards in emergency care.
This full-time position will see successful applicants join our growing team of specialty doctors at the WCH Urgent Treatment Centre, providing varied and engaging clinical work across a wide range of presentations, including:
- Medical
- Surgical
- Paediatrics
- Trauma
The unit operates daily from 0800 to 2200, with a team including doctors, Emergency Nurse Practitioners (ENPs), and nursing staff.
Additionally, ongoing recruitment is underway for a weekday consultant presence, expected to commence in Autumn.
Contract Details
- 10-session Specialty Doctor contract
- 1 session dedicated to supporting professional activities (including study leave)
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain highest clinical standards in assessing and managing patients within the Emergency Department.
- Share day-to-day ward management responsibilities.
- Supervise, teach, and train:
- Junior medical staff
- Advanced practitioners
- Medical students
- Actively participate in continuous professional development for regulatory revalidation.
- Involvement in:
- Departmental and trust clinical governance
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Audit activities
- Attend departmental meetings as required.
- Contribute to, or lead:
- Teaching sessions (including simulation)
- Trauma Team duties (under 24/7 consultant supervision)
- Fulfill weekly rota obligations, including out-of-hours clinical shifts.
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About Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly’s largest healthcare provider, serving a community of circa 500,000 residents (with demand rising during holiday periods).
Key Facts
- 3 main hospital sites:
- Royal Cornwall Hospital (Truro)
- St Michael’s Hospital (Hayle)
- West Cornwall Hospital (Penzance)
- 5,000+ staff members
- Budget of £380 million
- 750 active beds
- Teaching hospital status through collaboration with the University of Exeter Medical School
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Medical Services
- Acute medical and surgical care
- Specialist services
- Ongoing innovation and development of services
Cultural Values
- A supportive and rewarding career environment
- Extensive educational opportunities to maximise skill-development
- Commitment to excellent support and meaningful healthcare outcomes for the community.
Why Work Here?
Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly offer an exceptional quality of life, with:
- Beautiful landscapes (beaches, countryside, fishing harbours, historic towns).
- Pristine air and abundant outdoor activity opportunities.
- Excellent schools, colleges, and universities (including adult education).
Ideal for both personal well-being and long-term career growth.
Contacts for Further Information
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Dan Bawden – Consultant in Emergency Medicine
- Email: D.Bawden@nhs.net
- Telephone: 07739 839469
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Simon Steele – Service Manager
- Email: simon.steele4@nhs.net
- Telephone: 07557 598715
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