Specialty Doctor in Emergency Medicine in Milton Keynes

Job summaryThe Specialty posts in the Emergency Department are substantive joining a Middle Grade tier of twelve Specialty Doctors and eight Specialty Registrars.The posts will attract a basic payment of 10 Programmed Activities. There may be the opportunity for up to 2 additional activities being available which can be agreed as appropriate with the successful candidates. The additional PAs will be reviewed annually.The Department is open 24 hours a day and the workload is not always predictable.Main duties of the jobThe duties of the Specialty doctor are those of a doctor functioning at the middle grade level within the department. Primary duties include the initial diagnosis, resuscitation and overall clinical management of all patients arriving to the A&E Department. Appropriate follow-up, referral for admission, transfer or discharge to GP's care is an important part of the work along with liaison with colleagues in the community, i.e. GP's, Health Visitors, and District Nurse for the proper continuity of care.About usMilton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre. We have just opened the Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards.Further investment is underway, including the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030.Visit our website to explore the latest news and opportunities at MKUH - News - Milton Keynes University Hospital -For further information about Milton Keynes please visit - Visit Milton KeynesDetailsDate posted15 October 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeSpecialty DoctorSalary
63,696 to 102,689 a year
per annum pro rata
ContractPermanentWorking pattern

Full-time,

Part-time

Reference number430-MED26-954AJob locationsA&E - Med Staff (Dept)Milton KeynesMK6 5LDUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesIt is expected that you will supervise the junior doctors in the department whilst working on the shop floor, advising and reviewing their patients as necessary.Clinical audit is well established in the Emergency Department and the Specialty doctor will be expected to take an active part in the process. The Clinical Audit Department, along with ED Consultant staff, are very happy to provide relevant support.Specialty doctor will also be expected to take part in departmental research activities along with career grade Registrars and other senior medical staff.Some clinical administrative duties will be delegated by the ED Consultants as required. This should be completed during support shifts. Guidance/supervision will be available from consultant staff as required.Specialty doctor will be expected to play an active role in the teaching activities of the department. Current teaching programmes are run for middle grades, junior trainees, and Emergency Nurse Practitioners (ENPs).
Job description
Job responsibilitiesIt is expected that you will supervise the junior doctors in the department whilst working on the shop floor, advising and reviewing their patients as necessary.Clinical audit is well established in the Emergency Department and the Specialty doctor will be expected to take an active part in the process. The Clinical Audit Department, along with ED Consultant staff, are very happy to provide relevant support.Specialty doctor will also be expected to take part in departmental research activities along with career grade Registrars and other senior medical staff.Some clinical administrative duties will be delegated by the ED Consultants as required. This should be completed during support shifts. Guidance/supervision will be available from consultant staff as required.Specialty doctor will be expected to play an active role in the teaching activities of the department. Current teaching programmes are run for middle grades, junior trainees, and Emergency Nurse Practitioners (ENPs).Person Specification
Qualifications / Registration
EssentialMedical degreeMRCEM part A/FRCEM Primary2 up to date life support qualificationsDesirableEntry on GMC Specialist Register.Postgraduate Qualification/Diploma e.g. MRCEM, MRCP, MRCSATLS/ALS/ APLS or EPLS InstructorMIMMS
Knowledge
EssentialAppropriate level of clinical knowledge in Emergency Medicine
Clinical Experience
EssentialNHS Experience in an employed capacity4 years postgraduate experience2 years in emergency medicine or a relevant specialtyMinimum 12 months emergency medicine experienceRelevant specialty clinical knowledge: capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the jobClinical judgment: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need.Practical skills: shows aptitude for practical skills, required in the job.Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the jobClinical governance: Capacity to be alert to dangers or problems. Demonstrates awareness of good decision makingAware of own limitationsTrack record of engaging in clinical governance: reporting errors, learning from errors.Audit: evidence of active participation in audit.DesirableAnaesthetic initial assessment of competencyExperience in intensive care medicineExperience in acute medicineExperience managing paediatric emergencies
Leadership/ Management skills
EssentialAbility to effectively organise and manage clinical workloadAbility to motivate and develop training medical staffDesirableInterest in medical management
Other requirements
EssentialAbility to work independently as well as part of the Emergency Medicine CSUTo balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and the Trust as a wholeDemonstration of immunisation against Hepatitis B plus proof of HbsAg negative statusWill be required to maintain full registration with the GMCDesirableAbility and desire to take part in Clinical Directorate Management
Research and Audit
EssentialAble to appraise researchUnderstanding of Evidence Based MedicineThorough understanding of the principles of auditDesirablePublications in peer reviewed journals in the field of Emergency MedicineParticipation in Emergency Medicine based research
Person Specification

Qualifications / Registration
EssentialMedical degreeMRCEM part A/FRCEM Primary2 up to date life support qualificationsDesirableEntry on GMC Specialist Register.Postgraduate Qualification/Diploma e.g. MRCEM, MRCP, MRCSATLS/ALS/ APLS or EPLS InstructorMIMMS
Knowledge
EssentialAppropriate level of clinical knowledge in Emergency Medicine
Clinical Experience
EssentialNHS Experience in an employed capacity4 years postgraduate experience2 years in emergency medicine or a relevant specialtyMinimum 12 months emergency medicine experienceRelevant specialty clinical knowledge: capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the jobClinical judgment: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need.Practical skills: shows aptitude for practical skills, required in the job.Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the jobClinical governance: Capacity to be alert to dangers or problems. Demonstrates awareness of good decision makingAware of own limitationsTrack record of engaging in clinical governance: reporting errors, learning from errors.Audit: evidence of active participation in audit.DesirableAnaesthetic initial assessment of competencyExperience in intensive care medicineExperience in acute medicineExperience managing paediatric emergencies
Leadership/ Management skills
EssentialAbility to effectively organise and manage clinical workloadAbility to motivate and develop training medical staffDesirableInterest in medical management
Other requirements
EssentialAbility to work independently as well as part of the Emergency Medicine CSUTo balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and the Trust as a wholeDemonstration of immunisation against Hepatitis B plus proof of HbsAg negative statusWill be required to maintain full registration with the GMCDesirableAbility and desire to take part in Clinical Directorate Management
Research and Audit
EssentialAble to appraise researchUnderstanding of Evidence Based MedicineThorough understanding of the principles of auditDesirablePublications in peer reviewed journals in the field of Emergency MedicineParticipation in Emergency Medicine based researchDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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
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Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 detailsEmployer nameMilton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation TrustAddressA&E - Med Staff (Dept)Milton KeynesMK6 5LDUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameMilton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation TrustAddressA&E - Med Staff (Dept)Milton KeynesMK6 5LDUnited KingdomEmployer's website