Pulse Connexions is a leading provider of locum professionals in the UK, fulfilling locum requirements in the majority of NHS Trusts and private hospitals. As one of the largest employers in Europe, the NHS heavily relies upon locum workers to provide the flexible staffing resources which it needs to function efficiently. That is why working as a locum has become a recognised career development of many healthcare professionals.

There are many benefits to gain from working as a locum - gaining more experience, earning more money - and Pulse Connexions can help you to secure the best locum positions available. We are committed to helping you find the locum jobs which meet your specific needs.


Working in your spare time can significantly increase your earnings. If you are undertaking research for example, locum work will supplement your salary. Perhaps you are planning an overseas trip or saving up for a new car? Working on a locum basis will help maximise your earning power within a short space of time.


If your new position doesn't commence until February or September, we can find you locum work to see you through this period and boost your salary. Unable to find a substantive position within your area of speciality? We are often able to find you locum work in your desired speciality, which can potentially lead to a substantive position.


Locum work arises from vacancies caused by holidays, illness, unfilled posts and unexpected vacancies. As such, most posts are for one or two weeks initially, although they are often extended. Vacancies normally come in the week before they are due to start but sometimes at longer notice. During busy periods, you are usually able to select a relatively specific area in which to work but in quieter times (February, March, August and September) you may need to be flexible regarding location to be fully employed.


Short-term work, by its very nature, comes in with little notice; weekend work normally on a Thursday or Friday and evening work the same or previous day. Hospitals anticipate doctors undertaking this type of work may need some flexibility in the start/end times. Please indicate, when considering a locum, the time you would be able to arrive and leave. You are paid for the hours that you actually work.


If a position is normally recognised for training, it may also, in certain circumstances, be recognised if you do the same job as a locum. To check whether you may receive recognition, you should consult the appropriate Royal College for advice before taking up the locum post.


Pulse Connexions will act on your behalf to locate a suitable substantive placement for you. We are able to negotiate on your behalf and assist you wherever we can. Once we have located a position for you and you are successful in the recruitment process, you will become an employee of the respective Trust.

Once you have registered with us, one of our experienced consultants will contact you to discuss your skills, requirements and expectations.