Clinical Fellow ST1-3 Neonatal Medicine

NHS; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Fixed Term Clinical Fellow in Neonatal Medicine at Southmead Hospital. This role offers valuable educational experience, working in a renowned tertiary medical unit. Candidates must have full GMC registration and recent UK experience. The position emphasizes teaching, research, and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration with a license to practice required.
• Recent UK hospital experience or equivalent necessary.

Responsibilities

• Work a full shift system at Southmead Hospital.
• Engage in teaching and research activities.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Education

MB BS

Job description

Applications are invited for a Fixed Term Clinical Fellow post (full time) in Neonatal Medicine (ST 1-3 level) at Southmead Hospital, starting as soon as possible after 15th January 2025, for a fixed term of 12 months (maternity leave cover).

Southmead Hospital features 16 Intensive/high dependency cots and is a tertiary medical Neonatal Unit, jointly leading the South West Neonatal Network (SWNN). Annually, approximately 5,500 babies are born here. The unit offers comprehensive Medical Intensive Care, accepting tertiary medical referrals from SWNN, and provides specialized services in Neonatal Neurology for the South West of England. The hospital emphasizes teaching, research, and evidence-based medicine.

This position is not recognized for formal training and lacks postgraduate deanery approval; however, it offers valuable educational experience.

If shortlisted, candidates will be contacted via email with interview details, which require confirmation of attendance.

Please note: North Bristol NHS Trust will not cover interview expenses.

Essential requirement: Previous UK experience. Candidates with less than 6 months UK experience will not be shortlisted.

Late applications will not be considered. We are committed to equal opportunities; job share applications are welcome.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will work a full shift system at this hospital. Full GMC registration is essential. Familiarity with UK hospital systems and practices, or equivalent, is required.

For detailed duties, please refer to the full job description and person specification attached.

About us

North Bristol NHS Trust is a leading teaching and research organization, a regional center for trauma, neurosciences, plastics and burns, orthopaedics, and renal services. With a turnover of £550m and 8,000 staff, our clinical teams are renowned for delivering exceptional healthcare. Our new Brunel Building, opened in May 2014, provides state-of-the-art facilities, including private single rooms to enhance patient dignity and infection control. Our core values focus on a compassionate workforce committed to delivering innovative, high-quality care with transparency and openness.

Job responsibilities

For detailed responsibilities, see the full job description and person specification attached.

Person Specification

Qualifications And Registration

• MB BS (or equivalent)
• Full GMC registration with a license to practice

Training And Experience

• Recent UK hospital experience or equivalent
• Completed pre-registration year (or equivalent outside the UK)
• Competent in history taking and examination skills

Further Training, Management, Audit

• Recent CME or training progression
• Experience in audit projects and documentation
• Understanding and application of specialty knowledge

Research, Teaching, Publications

• Proven teaching ability
• Interest in research

Personal Requirements

• Good written communication skills
• Ability to balance individual and organizational needs
• Leadership skills and ability to motivate junior staff

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.