South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Resident Doctor- Medicine

The closing date is 17 April 2026

Job summary

PLEASE NOTE This Vacancy is only available to current employees of STSFT and doctors employed by Lead Employer Trust based at STSFT.

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint a number of Trust Grade F3 resident doctors for 4-6 month rotations (over 12 months) to commence from August 2026, across a range of specialities. Applicants must have experience of working in the UK National Health System within the last 12 months.

These include cardiology, respiratory, diabetes and endocrinology, gastroenterology, elderly care medicine, renal and acute medicine). The posts will be based at either South Tyneside District Hospital or Sunderland Royal Hospital.

The posts are suitable for resident Doctors who have completed their Foundation Programme training (or equivalent). There may also be options to choose from other specialities on both sites.

Opportunities will be available to participate in the delivery of undergraduate & postgraduate teaching and simulation training at one or both sites. On-call commitments may vary according to the post and the requirements/experience of the post holder.

These posts are not recognised for training by the Postgraduate Dean. Although these posts are not recognised for training, trainees will be allocated to a clinical supervisor, and have the opportunity for supervised learning and feedback. They will also have access to department training meetings and local teaching as well as the established IMG office.

Main duties of the job

Ensure that a comprehensive, effective and efficient service is provided within accepted standards by:

  • Providing a comprehensive service to patients within the confines of the role.
  • Providing a service to the emergency care, inpatient and outpatient departments as required meeting service needs.
  • Ensuring the maintenance of adequate clinical records. (Meditech training will be provided)
  • Initiation of patient management decisions including the initial planning of investigations and treatment, on-going care and discharge planning.
  • Participating in clinical review activities to monitor standards of practice and ensure the maintenance of quality outcomes.
  • Prepare written case reports, clinical audits and research as required within the role or a directed by the Clinical Lead.
  • Participate in ward rounds as required.
  • Ward work managing inpatients, working alongside the existing junior doctors with supervision from specialty trainees and consultants.
  • Outpatient clinic experience will be provided where relevant.
  • Manage workload within agreed timetable and ensure all administrative duties are included within this.
  • Support other resident medical staff.

About us

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Details

Date posted

09 April 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty registrar

Salary

£52,656 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9155-MDMD-0426-27

Job locations

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR47TP


South Tyneside District Hospital

Harton Lane

South Shields

NE34 0PL


Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Clinical:- Ensure that a comprehensive, effective and efficient service is provided within accepted standards by:

  • Providing a comprehensive service to patients within the confines of the role.
  • Providing a service to the emergency care, inpatient and outpatient departments as required meeting service needs.
  • Ensuring the maintenance of adequate clinical records. (Meditech training will be provided )
  • Initiation of patient management decisions including the initial planning of investigations and treatment, on-going care and discharge planning.
  • Participating in clinical review activities to monitor standards of practice and ensure the maintenance of quality outcomes.
  • Participate in clinical audit as requested.
  • Prepare written case reports, clinical audits and research as required within the role or a directed by the Clinical Lead.
  • Participate in ward rounds as required.
  • Participate in seminars and teaching sessions as directed.
  • Ward work managing inpatients, working alongside the existing junior doctors with supervision from specialty trainees and consultants.
  • Outpatient clinic and theatre experience will be provided where relevant.
  • Manage workload within agreed timetable and ensure all administrative duties are included within this.
  • Support other junior medical staff.

Teaching:- Support undergraduate and postgraduate training by:

  • Ensuring that all opportunities are taken to contribute to the education of Foundation Doctors and medical students attached to the department.

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Clinical:- Ensure that a comprehensive, effective and efficient service is provided within accepted standards by:

  • Providing a comprehensive service to patients within the confines of the role.
  • Providing a service to the emergency care, inpatient and outpatient departments as required meeting service needs.
  • Ensuring the maintenance of adequate clinical records. (Meditech training will be provided )
  • Initiation of patient management decisions including the initial planning of investigations and treatment, on-going care and discharge planning.
  • Participating in clinical review activities to monitor standards of practice and ensure the maintenance of quality outcomes.
  • Participate in clinical audit as requested.
  • Prepare written case reports, clinical audits and research as required within the role or a directed by the Clinical Lead.
  • Participate in ward rounds as required.
  • Participate in seminars and teaching sessions as directed.
  • Ward work managing inpatients, working alongside the existing junior doctors with supervision from specialty trainees and consultants.
  • Outpatient clinic and theatre experience will be provided where relevant.
  • Manage workload within agreed timetable and ensure all administrative duties are included within this.
  • Support other junior medical staff.

Teaching:- Support undergraduate and postgraduate training by:

  • Ensuring that all opportunities are taken to contribute to the education of Foundation Doctors and medical students attached to the department.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

  • Good communication skills (oral and written).
  • Good interpersonal, organisational and listening skills.
  • Ability to recognise the need for assistance.
  • Shows enthusiasm, drive and initiative.
  • Responsible for keeping own skills up to date.

Desirable

  • Evidence of audit experience.

Qualifications

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent.

Desirable

  • MRCP Part 1.

Knowledge

Essential

  • Medical knowledge in keeping with MBBS and Foundation training.
  • NHS Experience in the last 12 months.

Professional Registration

Essential

  • Full GMC registration to the end of the post.
  • Ability to provide complete confidentiality.
  • Punctuality.

Clinical Skills

Essential

  • Competent to work under supervision.
  • Good manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
  • Experience of clinical risk management.
  • Evidence of working in the UK NHS in the last 12 months.

Personal Attitude

Essential

  • Empathy.
  • Non-judgmental.
  • Enthusiasm for learning.
  • Awareness of own limitations.
  • Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
Person Specification

Skills

Essential

  • Good communication skills (oral and written).
  • Good interpersonal, organisational and listening skills.
  • Ability to recognise the need for assistance.
  • Shows enthusiasm, drive and initiative.
  • Responsible for keeping own skills up to date.

Desirable

  • Evidence of audit experience.

Qualifications

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent.

Desirable

  • MRCP Part 1.

Knowledge

Essential

  • Medical knowledge in keeping with MBBS and Foundation training.
  • NHS Experience in the last 12 months.

Professional Registration

Essential

  • Full GMC registration to the end of the post.
  • Ability to provide complete confidentiality.
  • Punctuality.

Clinical Skills

Essential

  • Competent to work under supervision.
  • Good manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
  • Experience of clinical risk management.
  • Evidence of working in the UK NHS in the last 12 months.

Personal Attitude

Essential

  • Empathy.
  • Non-judgmental.
  • Enthusiasm for learning.
  • Awareness of own limitations.
  • Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.

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).

Additional information

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

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR47TP


Employer's website

https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR47TP


Employer's website

https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Associate Divisional Director

Lee Whitfield

Lee.whitfield1@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

09 April 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty registrar

Salary

£52,656 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9155-MDMD-0426-27

Job locations

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR47TP


South Tyneside District Hospital

Harton Lane

South Shields

NE34 0PL


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