Clinical Fellow

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint a Clinical Fellow doctors for a 6 month fixed-term role, working across Gastroenterology and General Internal Medicine. Applicants must have experience of working in the UK National Health System within the last 12 months. The posts will be based at either South Tyneside District Hospital or Sunderland Royal Hospital. The posts are suitable for resident Doctors who have completed their Foundation Programme training (or equivalent). There may also be options to choose from other specialities on both sites. Opportunities will be available to participate in the delivery of undergraduate & postgraduate teaching and simulation training at one or both sites. On-call commitments may vary according to the post and the requirements/experience of the post holder. These posts are not recognised for training by the Postgraduate Dean. Although these posts are not recognised for training, trainees will be allocated to a clinical supervisor, and have the opportunity for supervised learning and feedback. They will also have access to department training meetings and local teaching as well as the established IMG office. Main duties of the job Ensure that a comprehensive, effective and efficient service is provided within accepted standards by:

• Providing a comprehensive service to patients within the confines of the role.
• Providing a service to the emergency care inpatient and outpatient departments as required meeting service needs.
• Ensuring the maintenance of adequate clinical records. (Meditech training will be provided)
• Initiation of patient management decisions including the initial planning of investigations and treatment, on-going care and discharge planning.
• Participating in clinical review activities to monitor standards of practice and ensure the maintenance of quality outcomes.
• Prepare written case reports, clinical audits and research as required within the role or a directed by the Clinical Lead.
• Participate in ward rounds as required.
Ward work managing inpatients, working alongside the existing junior doctors with supervision from specialty trainees and consultants. Outpatient clinic experience will be provided where relevant. Manage workload within agreed timetable and ensure all administrative duties are included within this. Support other resident medical staff., Please see attached Job Description for full details South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint a Clinical Fellow for a 6 month fixed-term role, working across Gastroenterology and General Internal Medicine. The posts will be based at either South Tyneside District Hospital or Sunderland Royal Hospital. These posts are suitable for doctors who have completed Foundation Programme training (or equivalent). There may also be options to choose from other specialities on both sites which can be discussed at interview. Opportunities will be available to participate in the delivery of undergraduate & postgraduate teaching and simulation training at one or both sites. On call commitments may vary according to the post and the requirements/experience of the post holder. These posts are not recognised for training by the Postgraduate Dean. Although these posts are not recognised for training, trainees will be allocated to a clinical supervisor, and have the opportunity for supervised learning and feedback. They will also have access to department training meetings and local teaching. All trainees will undergo Trust induction when they join the Trust if required. In addition, there is also a departmental Induction. Job description, Please see attached Job Description for full details South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint a Clinical Fellow for a 6 month fixed-term role, working across Gastroenterology and General Internal Medicine. The posts will be based at either South Tyneside District Hospital or Sunderland Royal Hospital. These posts are suitable for doctors who have completed Foundation Programme training (or equivalent). There may also be options to choose from other specialities on both sites which can be discussed at interview. Opportunities will be available to participate in the delivery of undergraduate & postgraduate teaching and simulation training at one or both sites. On call commitments may vary according to the post and the requirements/experience of the post holder. These posts are not recognised for training by the Postgraduate Dean. Although these posts are not recognised for training, trainees will be allocated to a clinical supervisor, and have the opportunity for supervised learning and feedback. They will also have access to department training meetings and local teaching. All trainees will undergo Trust induction when they join the Trust if required. In addition, there is also a departmental Induction.


• Medical Knowledge in keeping with MBBS and Foundation Training.
• Competent to work under supervision.
• Good manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
• Ability to provide complete confidentiality.
• Punctuality.
• Good communication skills (oral and written).
• Good interpersonal, organisational and listening skills.
• Ability to recognise the need for assistance.
• Shows enthusiasm, drive and initiative.
• Responsible for keeping own skills up to date.
• Evidence of audit.
Personal Attitude Essential
• Empathy.
• Non-judgmental.
• Enthusiasm for learning.
• Awareness of own limitations.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
Experience Essential
• Experience of clinical risk management.
• Evidence of working in the UK NHS in the last 12 months.
Desirable
• Evidence of audit experience.
Qualifications Essential
• MBBS or equivalent.
• Full GMC registration to the end of the post.
Desirable
• MRCP Part 1.
Person Specification Knowledge & Skills Essential
• Medical Knowledge in keeping with MBBS and Foundation Training.
• Competent to work under supervision.
• Good manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
• Ability to provide complete confidentiality.
• Punctuality.
• Good communication skills (oral and written).
• Good interpersonal, organisational and listening skills.
• Ability to recognise the need for assistance.
• Shows enthusiasm, drive and initiative.
• Responsible for keeping own skills up to date.
• Evidence of audit.
Personal Attitude Essential
• Empathy.
• Non-judgmental.
• Enthusiasm for learning.
• Awareness of own limitations.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
Experience Essential
• Experience of clinical risk management.
• Evidence of working in the UK NHS in the last 12 months.
Desirable
• Evidence of audit experience.
Qualifications Essential
• MBBS or equivalent.
• Full GMC registration to the end of the post.
Desirable
• MRCP Part 1.
  
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