Clinical Fellow - Perioperative Medicine

University College London Hospital; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative NHS trust is seeking senior trainees or post-CCT doctors in Anaesthesia/Critical Care for a one-year fixed-term contract. This role emphasizes leadership in managing high-risk surgical patients and offers extensive professional development opportunities. Candidates will work within a multidisciplinary team, focusing on Enhanced Recovery After Surgery pathways and service evaluation. With a commitment to sustainability and a supportive workplace culture, this position is ideal for those looking to make a significant impact in patient care.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Staff benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 6 months Critical Care experience required.
• At least 3 years of Anaesthesia experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex care on 2 Post Anaesthetic Care Units (PACU).
• Participate in an innovative programme to improve care models.

Skills

Flexible work approach

Teamwork skills

IT literacy

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Final FRCA or equivalent anaesthetic qualification

Current GMC registration

Job description

The use of AI is monitored, and applicants must declare its use in their supporting statement.

Job overview

Candidates are invited to apply for a new and exciting post aimed at senior trainees / post-CCT doctors in Anaesthesia/critical care. The objective is to develop future leaders in this emerging field. The position offers a one-year fixed-term contract (a six-month contract may be considered).

Start date: Aug 2025

Main duties of the job

Based at University College Hospital, successful candidates will participate in an innovative programme aimed at improving care models for high-risk patients undergoing major surgery. Fellows will manage complex hospital care on 2 Post Anaesthetic Care Units (PACU), working with patients across levels 1-3 post-surgery care under consultant supervision. The on-call duties cover PACU across both sites, operating 24/7, including leading cardiac arrests.

There is a strong emphasis on Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Pathways, with fellows working within a multidisciplinary team. The fellowship offers extensive professional development opportunities, including CPET training, pre-habilitation, and patient follow-up. Fellows will also engage in service evaluation and development, collaborating with senior colleagues across specialties to optimize patient management in line with the Royal College of Anaesthetists peri-operative care model.

Working for our organisation

UCLH is a complex NHS trust serving a diverse population, providing academically led acute and specialist services across eight sites, including University College Hospital and others. We focus on diagnosing and treating complex illnesses, with specialties in women’s health, cancer, neurological, gastrointestinal, and oral diseases. Support services include critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine, and pathology.

We are committed to sustainability, aiming to become a carbon net zero health service by 2031 (direct emissions) and 2040 (indirect emissions).

Responsibilities

For detailed responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Why work with us

UCLH is recognized as the top NHS trust to work for in England, with high staff satisfaction scores and a supportive work environment. We promote diversity, inclusion, and flexible working, offering various staff benefits such as travel loans, discounts, wellbeing programs, and recognition awards.

Application notes

This vacancy may close early. All correspondence will be via email. Check your inbox regularly. If not shortlisted, you will not be contacted within 3 weeks of the closing date.

Requirements

You must hold appropriate UK professional registration. The role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) 2020.

Documents to download

• Job Description (PDF, 245.7KB)
• Functional requirements (PDF, 262.3KB)
• UCLH Values (PDF, 860.9KB)