Bank Doctor in General Medicine (ST3+)

East Cheshire NHS Trust

The closing date is 29 April 2025

Job summary

East Cheshire NHS Trust is looking to recruit Bank Doctors in General Medicine at ST3+ level to enhance our already successful Medical Staff Bank.

Applications are welcomed from doctors to work on an ad-hoc basis to help provide consistent, high level patient care and to assist with the continuity of care that the Trust provides.

As this is 'Bank' work, it is on an 'as and when' basis with no guaranteed hours, however it does offer doctors increased flexibility by selecting shifts to work around your lifestyle.

Please note, you must have a minimum of 6 months NHS/UK experience in order to proceed with joining our Bank.

Due to the terms of a Bank contract, we are unable to meet the UKVI Skilled Worked criteria and therefore unable to provide sponsorship for Visa purposes

Bank rates are subject to change (hourly rate inclusive of 12.5% annual leave payment)

Hourly rate: ST3+ & Specialty Doctor/SAS £80 ( Social ) £90 (Unsocial)

Main duties of the job

We are looking to recruit doctors at ST3+ grade for work ranging from a single shift to an extended post, with evening, weekend and on-call shifts available. Full Registration with the GMC is required, as well as having achieving the appropriate level of competencies to carry out the role you have been employed to do. Duties within the shifts which you arebooked to fulfil are:

To liaise between nurses, other clinicians, patients, relatives in order to support safecare
To attend and participate in board rounds, ward rounds and other related daily unitactivities
To provide appropriate workplace supervision to other staff as and when needed asrequested
To maintain high standards of professionalism, especially in relation to documentation
To arrive on time for the shift and be available for work from the arranged start time
To co-operate with the workforce deployment team in relation to administration of theshift
To attend local induction as appropriate when working in new areas
To comply with all local policies, including upholding the trust's values and behaviour

Doctors joining the Trust Medical Bank will be expected to complete pre-employment checks inclusive of GMC registration, satisfactory references, health clearance, enhanced DBS check identity and right to work checks.

About us

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Date posted

15 April 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£80 to £90 an hour ST3+

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

209-A-25-7150861

Job locations

Macclesfield District

General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Eligibility

Essential

Full GMC Registration
Good clinical care
Good relationships and communication with patients
Eligibility to work in the UK

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Eligibility

Essential

Full GMC Registration
Good clinical care
Good relationships and communication with patients
Eligibility to work in the UK

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).