Consultant Emergency Medicine

Job Title: Locum Consultant in Emergency Medicine
Salary Range: £109,725 - £145,478
Location: East of England
Duration: Fixed-term (6 months), Full-Time (10 PAs + on-call)

Shape the Future of Emergency Medicine at a Leading UK Hospital!
We are seeking an ambitious and motivated Consultant in Emergency Medicine to join a forward-thinking and supportive Emergency Department in the East of England. With excellent facilities, a strong consultant body, and a hospital committed to being the best rural district general hospital in the UK, this is your chance to make a lasting impact while enjoying a balanced lifestyle in a beautiful part of the country.

Main Duties:
• Wards/Departments: Provide consultant-level care within a purpose-built Emergency Department, including trauma, resus, majors, minors, and paediatrics.
• Patients: See a diverse caseload of ~76,000 patients annually, ranging from trauma cases to acute medical and surgical emergencies, with a higher-than-average elderly patient population.
• Colleagues: Work alongside a dynamic team of 10+ Emergency Medicine consultants, senior doctors, registrars, junior fellows, ACPs, ENPs, and allied health staff.
• On-Call Rota: 1:10 consultant rota (with plans to expand to 1:12), covering both weekday and weekend shifts with prospective cover for leave.
• Non-Clinical Opportunities: Yes – allocated Supporting Professional Activities (SPAs) include teaching, research, audit, clinical governance, and leadership opportunities. Roles such as Educational Supervisor, Clinical Tutor, Governance Lead, or Clinical Director are available for interested consultants.

The Hospital:
• Beds & Facilities: 518-bed hospital with 18 wards, a budget of £220m, and a reputation for delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Specialties: Full range including Surgery, Obstetrics, Medicine, ICU, and Paediatrics. Part of the Norfolk & Waveney ICS with strong links to regional university hospitals.
• Research & Education: One of the UK’s most research-active hospitals for its size, with opportunities to teach medical students from Cambridge and UEA.

The Location:
• A thriving market town with a population of 60,000, serving a wider catchment of 300,000.
• Coastal living, historic towns, countryside, and nature reserves – perfect for family life and outdoor enthusiasts.
• Direct trains to London and Cambridge, easy access to Norwich and Peterborough, plus a fully operational helipad at the hospital.
• Excellent schools, a university campus, and a rich cultural calendar including arts festivals and heritage events. Affordable housing and no city congestion make for a relaxed lifestyle.

Requirements:
To be considered, you’ll need:
• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
• FRCEM (or equivalent experience).
• Full GMC registration with licence to practise.
• Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register 
• Current certification in ATLS, ALS, APLS/EPLS (with at least one at instructor level).
• Proven leadership, teaching, and commitment to continuous improvement.

How BDI Resourcing Can Support You:
When applying through BDI Resourcing, you’ll benefit from:
• Bespoke CV and application support.
• Tailored video-based interview preparation.
• Expert contract and salary negotiations.
• Relocation assistance including visas, accommodation, and travel.
• Family support with school placements and settling into the community.

How to Apply:
Email your CV to emergencymed@bdiresourcing.com
For further details or an informal discussion, contact the same address and one of our Emergency Medicine specialists will be in touch.