Clinical Fellow in Older People Care

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust is seeking a Clinical Fellow in Medicine for Older People, offering excellent training and development opportunities. This role includes ward-based duties, supervision, and participation in educational initiatives, making it ideal for pre-registrar candidates or those interested in GP training.

Qualifications

• Doctor wishing to develop skills in Medicine for Older People.
• Ideal for pre-IMT or pre-registrar candidates.
• Interest in GP training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ward-based duties including patient reviews and care progression.
• Supervision by a Consultant Clinical Supervisor.
• Participation in training curriculum and appraisal process.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical governance

Communication

Education

Medical degree

Job description

The successful applicant will be a doctor wishing to develop their skills and knowledge of Medicine for Older People. This post offers excellent and broad experience suitable for a pre-IMT or pre-registrar candidate. It is also ideal for candidates interested in GP training to gain additional skills or a special interest.

The post will be whole-time; part-time or job share options will be considered. Please contact us to discuss these arrangements.

The successful appointee will join the existing medical teams providing inpatient care for Medicine for Older People.

The clinical fellow post available is detailed below, starting August 2025.

Clinical Responsibilities:

1. Ward-based duties including routine patient reviews, care progression, prescribing, requesting and evaluating tests, and liaising with medical and allied health professionals.
2. Supervision by a Consultant Clinical Supervisor.
3. Participation in the training curriculum and appraisal process.
4. Opportunities to attend clinics and undertake relevant procedures.
5. Rotation between the Older Persons Assessment Unit (OPAU), acute Medicine for Older People wards, and no-criteria-to-reside wards.

Educational Opportunities:

Throughout the working week, including clinical governance, frailty, and liaison work. Additional opportunities include participating in departmental mortality and morbidity meetings, teaching, audits, or quality improvement projects, all with support and supervision.

About UHBW:

UHBW has been rated 'Good' by the CQC. Our staff are proud to deliver excellent care. As a multi-award-winning, forward-thinking Trust, our research and innovations have a positive impact locally and globally. Our hospitals are in Bristol and Weston-super-Mare, offering a mix of city living, countryside, and seaside with easy access to the South West's attractions.

Additional Initiatives:

• Digital Exemplar: Implementing digital technologies to transform healthcare delivery.
• Sustainable Healthcare: Committed to becoming carbon neutral by 2030 and addressing climate change impacts on health.

Opportunities:

Further opportunities include apprenticeships for on-the-job learning and earning.

Contact:

For further details or informal visits, contact: Vickie Diamambro, Specialty Manager. Email: [e-mail]