Registrar (ST4+) in Emergency Medicine

Introduction to the Job

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Emergency Medicine Registrar (ST4+ equivalent) to join a busy and forward-thinking Emergency Department within a high-performing NHS Trust in the South-West. This post offers comprehensive clinical exposure, high-acuity case mix, exceptional consultant support and protected education - ideal for clinicians preparing for exams or seeking further middle-grade EM development. They have a self-rostering rota and a substantive CESR programme with available placements in all relevant specialities

Main Duties

You will work across all areas of the Emergency Department, including:

• 4 Resuscitation bays (including 1 paediatric)
• 6 High Care cubicles
• 17 Majors cubicles
• Minors area
• Dedicated Paediatric ED
• A 6-bed Observation Unit

The ED sees over 72,000 patients per year, with a high proportion of high-acuity and ambulance-borne cases. You will manage:

• Adult and paediatric emergencies
• Trauma cases (the hospital functions as a regional trauma unit)
• Cardiovascular emergencies (onsite PCI)
• Stroke cases with 24/7 thrombolysis
• Complex medical and surgical emergencies

You will join a large, supportive multidisciplinary team:

• 19 WTE EM Consultants providing extended shop-floor cover
• Training and non-training middle grades
• 29 SHOs
• Advanced Nurse Practitioners
• Emergency Nurse Practitioners and Urgent Care Practitioners
   The department benefits from strong support from radiology, pathology, Acute Medicine, Elderly Care, ICU and regional specialist networks.

The Trust prioritises education and development, offering:

• Protected weekly middle-grade teaching
• FRCEM exam preparation support
• Ultrasound training with consultant supervision
• Audit & QI project involvement
• Research opportunities
• Regular journal clubs and teaching opportunities for junior doctors and students

The Hospital

The role is based at a large acute NHS hospital serving a wide regional population. The site provides:

• Medicine, Surgery and Critical Care
• Women’s and Children’s services
• A major Emergency Department
• Diagnostic and clinical support services
• Several specialist regional services, including rheumatology and chronic pain

The Trust also benefits from strong academic partnerships with regional universities and active involvement in research, education and clinical simulation training.

The Location 

The hospital is located in a scenic and historic part of the South West of England. The region offers:

• A medium-sized, friendly and diverse community
• Excellent local schools and a family-friendly environment
• Affordable living compared to major UK cities
• Good transport links to major cities in the South and West of England
• Easy access to airports and national rail services
• A vibrant cultural scene, outdoor spaces and high quality of life

Requirements

To be eligible, you will need:

• Full GMC registration with license to practice
• Ability to work at ST4+ level
• NHS experience as the EPIC
• ALS / APLS / ATLS (or equivalent life support courses)

How BDI Resourcing Can Support You

When applying through BDI Resourcing, you’ll receive full recruitment and relocation guidance, including:

Before Interview

• Tailored CV optimisation
• NHS application support
• Video-based interview coaching for EM roles
• Contract and relocation negotiation

After Offer Acceptance

You’ll receive full relocation and onboarding support:

• Document gathering and verification
• COS and visa assistance (if required)
• Temporary and permanent accommodation sourcing
• Travel logistics
• Family support for school placements and settling into the area

How to Apply

Send your CV to bardhi@bdiresourcing.com.
 For questions or more information, email the same address and a member of the Emergency Medicine team will be in touch.