Clinical Teaching Fellow - Gastroenterology

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health board in the UK is seeking a Clinical Teaching Fellow in Gastroenterology to start in August 2025. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to engage in medical education while providing clinical care, with support available for postgraduate qualifications. The role involves teaching medical students and working closely with experienced staff in a vibrant healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications include MBBS and GMC registration.
• Teaching experience and up-to-date medical practices are required.
• Desirable to have UK clinical experience in the specialty.

Responsibilities

• 50% teaching and 50% clinical work in Gastroenterology.
• Collaborate with the Department of Medical Education to deliver undergraduate education.
• Work at University Hospital of Wales and University Hospital Llandough.

Skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Special interest in medical education

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Completion of Foundation Training

Full current GMC Registration with licence to practice

Job description

Applications are invited for a Clinical Teaching Fellow (CTF) post in Gastroenterology with an anticipated start date of 6th August 2025.

This post is initially for one year, with the possibility of extension by a further 12 months. It offers an exciting opportunity for a forward-thinking doctor with a strong interest in medical education. Support may also be available to pursue a postgraduate medical education qualification.

Main duties of the job

The post is full-time, comprising 10 sessions per week, with a balance of 50% teaching and 50% clinical work. Any out-of-hours work will be paid as a supplement, as agreed by the Clinical Board.

The postholder will work at both the University Hospital of Wales (UHW) and University Hospital Llandough (UHL).

Teaching is a major component of the role. The successful postholder will collaborate closely with the Specialty Lead and Department of Medical Education to deliver evidence-based undergraduate education to Cardiff University School of Medicine students following the C21 curriculum. The postholder will also benefit from holding an honorary contract with Cardiff University with the title of Honorary Lecturer.

Clinical time will be spent working in Gastroenterology, with the timetable arranged to suit the appointee's stage in training.

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff and providing over 100 specialist services across 6 hospital sites. We serve around 500,000 residents in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, focusing on the health and care needs of our local population and developing regional services.

Our mission is Caring for People, Keeping People Well, and our vision is that every individual should have the opportunity to lead a healthy life. We are committed to innovation, improvement, and leading in clinical research, working closely with our staff and community.

Cardiff, the vibrant Welsh capital, offers a rich array of sports, arts, and cultural attractions. The nearby Vale of Glamorgan features beautiful countryside and a stunning coastline, providing a perfect blend of city and rural living.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You can find the full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• Completion of Foundation Training
• Full current GMC Registration with licence to practice

Desirable

• Academic Evidence

Experience

Essential

• Teaching Experience
• Up-to-date with current medical practices
• Ability to make appropriate clinical decisions when necessary

Desirable

• UK Clinical experience in the specialty

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Special interest in medical education
• Demonstrable communication and presentation skills

Desirable

• Understanding of C21 curriculum
• Experience of simulation-based teaching

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