We are looking for motivated individuals to join and expand our enthusiastic and friendly team of Doctors at the West Cornwall Hospital Urgent Treatment Centre in Penzance.The thriving tourism industry ensures we see over 20,000 patients per annum with a varied case mix and a proportion of trauma.Doctors interested in pursuing a career in Emergency Medicine will find these posts offer invaluable experience in a beautiful part of the country.Contracts will be based on a ten session Specialty Doctor contract, of which one session will be for supporting professional activities. The posts include annual and study leaveMain duties of the job
To work alongside nursing colleagues within the Urgent Treatment Centre to manage patients either self-presenting or via ambulance. Senior advice and support is available 24 hours a day from the duty consultant/middle grade at the RCH Emergency Department.
Become involved in the teaching and development of doctors, nurses and professionals from other disciplines such as Emergency Care Practitioners, undergraduate students and GP registrars.
Identify gaps in patient pathways and report these back to the Urgent Treatment Centre Specialty Lead.
Maintain the highest clinical standards in the management of the Urgent Treatment Centre.
Share with colleagues the responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Urgent Treatment Centre.
About usRoyal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael's Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 bedsWe work with health and social care organisations including NHS Kernow and NHS England to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000 which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods.The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually developing clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally.We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community.Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.DetailsDate posted04 September 2025Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeSpecialty DoctorSalary£61,542 to £99,216 a year per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Part-time, Job shareReference number156-MS-4309Job locationsWest Cornwall HospitalSt Clare StreetPenzanceTR18 2PFJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click view the supporting document on the right hand sideTo be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
Identity Checks
Professional registration and qualification checks
Employment history and reference checks
Work health assessments
Criminal record check standards
Right to work checks
For further information please visit:https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
We reserve the right to close this advert early, or when the allocated number of applications has been reached. Please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Agency interest will not be considered until this advert has closed
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click view the supporting document on the right hand sideTo be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
Identity Checks
Professional registration and qualification checks
Employment history and reference checks
Work health assessments
Criminal record check standards
Right to work checks
For further information please visit:https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
We reserve the right to close this advert early, or when the allocated number of applications has been reached. Please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Agency interest will not be considered until this advert has closed
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
GMC Registration with a Full Licence to Practice.
Primary Medical Qualification
ALS, ATLS or APLS provider (at least 1)
Desirable
MRCP, MRCS, MCEM or equivalent
Instructor for at least one of Life Support courses
Clinical ExperienceEssential
Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required of a Specialty Doctor in Emergency Medicine
Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems in Emergency Medicine
Wide experience in Emergency and Acute Medicine
Desirable
NHS experience
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
GMC Registration with a Full Licence to Practice.
Primary Medical Qualification
ALS, ATLS or APLS provider (at least 1)
Desirable
MRCP, MRCS, MCEM or equivalent
Instructor for at least one of Life Support courses
Clinical ExperienceEssential
Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required of a Specialty Doctor in Emergency Medicine
Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems in Emergency Medicine
