Clinical Fellow (Higher IMT 3+/ST4+) in Gastroenterology, Intestinal Rehabilitation & Transplant

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Cambridge seeks an enthusiastic clinical fellow for a six-month position in Gastroenterology and Intestinal Rehabilitation. The role involves providing care for patients requiring artificial nutrition and those undergoing transplantation, alongside a dedicated team. Candidates must have relevant qualifications including a GMC Licence to Practice. This is an excellent opportunity for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing, and speaking in English.
• Evidence logbook indicating experience range and number of clinical procedures in Gastroenterology.
• Minimum of 6 months NHS service.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care for patients requiring artificial nutrition.
• Manage those undergoing intestinal and multivisceral transplantation.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of healthcare professionals.

Education

MBBS or MBChB or equivalent qualification

MRCP Part one

Completion of Foundation Competencies or 24 months basic medical training

GMC Licence to Practice at point of application

Experience of managing acutely unwell, including complex cases

Experience of managing immunosuppression and complications

Job description

Job overview

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic clinical fellow (Higher IMT 3+/ST4+) in Gastroenterology, Intestinal Rehabilitation and Intestinal Transplant at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, part of Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

There is one post available for a period of 6 months with possible extension to 12 months, available from 01 September 2025

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Cambridge Centre for Intestinal Rehabilitation and Transplant, working in a thriving multi-disciplinary team across the Transplant and Digestive Diseases Directorates at Addenbrooke’s Hospital.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will provide medical care for patients requiring artificial nutrition and those undergoing intestinal and multivisceral transplantation. The postholder will be supported by a team of Gastroenterologists, Transplant and Intestinal Failure Surgeons, Specialist Nurses, Coordinators, Psychologist and associated Junior Doctors. There will be opportunities for experience in other areas of Gastroenterology including inflammatory bowel disease or coeliac disease, as well as research opportunities.

In order to be considered applicants must meet the essential criteria outlined in the person specification section of the job description – this post is a physician post and does not include surgical opportunities.

Please note that these posts do not carry Postgraduate Dean’s approval or training recognition.

Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at point of application is required.

Working for our organisation

The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC’s Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess the IELTS/OET exam before obtaining a GMC licence to practice.

Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

It is a requirement for skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, 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) will also be subject to this requirement.

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for this post.

Person specification Short -listable Essential criteria

• MBBS or MBChB or equivalent qualification
• MRCP Part one
• GMC Licence to Practice at point of application
• Completion of Foundation Competencies or 24 months basic medical training
• Minimum of 6 months NHS service
• Evidence logbook indicating experience range and number of clinical procedures in Gastroenterology
• Experience of managing acutely unwell, including complex cases
• Experience of managing immunosuppression and complications

Desirable criteria

• MRCP or equivalent qualification
• European Specialty Examination in Gastroenterology (ESGE)
• ATLS/ALS Course
• Experience of Gastroenterology, Clinical Nutrition or Transplant at CT1, 2 or IM3+/ST4+ level (4-6 months)