Clinical Fellow in General Medicine

NHS; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Bournemouth is seeking a Clinical Fellow in General Medicine for a 6-month position starting in February 2026, with potential for extension. The successful candidate will develop skills in General Medicine and participate in on-call services. Candidates should have at least two years of experience at the SHO equivalent level, with opportunities for further training and multidisciplinary support. This role is ideal for those looking to advance their career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years in Medicine at SHO equivalent grade or above.
• Previous ST3-5 level experience.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the General Medicine and Older Persons Services on call.
• Develop Medical Specialties and areas of expertise.

Skills

General Medicine

Acute Medical Emergencies

Education

MBBS or equivalent

MRCP

PACES

ALS Provider

Job description

Clinical Fellow in General Medicine

Closing date: 13 January 2026

Medical Specialties: Gastroenterology, Respiratory, Diabetes & Endocrine, Cardiology, Acute Medicine, Older Persons services, Stroke and Rheumatology

Duration: 6 months (February 2026 – August 2026), possible extension.

Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital and Poole Hospital.

Salary: Basic plus on‑call enhancements.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Trust Clinical Fellow in General Medicine as part of the Medical Specialties Directorate to join our team for six months from February 2026. The successful candidate will be at the forefront of developing our Medical Specialties and associated specialist areas. The post will provide dedicated training in one of the General Medical specialties and participation in the General Medicine and Older Persons Services on call. It is suitable for those with at least two years of experience in Medicine at SHO equivalent grade or above.

We are a multidisciplinary team that is keen to support our speciality doctors in their career development, especially with management, QI and educational opportunities they may wish to pursue. These posts are not recognised training posts, however there are excellent teaching and postgraduate facilities. Post holders will be encouraged to attend a wide range of education meetings at lunchtimes throughout the week, and clinical experience will be gained from the Department's own educational programme.

For further information, contact Dr Sophie Tuhey at 0300 019 2483.

Responsibilities

To understand the role in more detail, please read the full job description and person specification documents attached to this advert.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent
• MRCP
• PACES
• ALS Provider

Experience

• At least 2 years in Medicine at SHO equivalent grade or above
• Worked in the NHS (excluding clinical attachments)
• Previous ST3‑5 level experience

Knowledge

• Sound general medicine knowledge, able to manage a wide variety of acute medical emergencies

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and it will be necessary to submit a disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Address

Royal Bournemouth Hospital and Poole Hospital