Junior Clinical Fellow in Neurosurgery

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Junior Clinical Fellow in Neurosurgery at a leading NHS Trust in Coventry. This full-time position offers exposure to the medical management of neurosurgical patients, with opportunities for training and development. Candidates will participate in a 1/10 on-call rota and engage in quality improvement projects, making it a great entry-level role in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Access to training and development opportunities

Support from an Educational Supervisor

Qualifications

• Must have a medical degree.
• Experience in managing neurosurgical patients is preferred.
• Ability to perform ward-based procedures like Lumbar Punctures.

Responsibilities

• Manage the medical care of neurosurgical patients in a ward setting.
• Participate in on-call rota and attend training sessions.
• Conduct clinical audits and quality improvement projects.

Skills

Patient Management

Clinical Audits

Communication

Education

Medical Degree

Job description

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Interview Date is 13th June 2025

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I would like to apply for the Junior Clinical Fellow job in Neurosurgery and I have read the job advert and personal specification and meet all essential criteria.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Junior Clinical Fellow within the Neurosurgical department at UHCW. This will be an ST1/2 equivalent position.

This is a ward based medical Junior Clinical Fellow position and successful candidates will be exposed to the medical management of neurosurgical patients across our 46 bedded Neurosurgery unit including our Neurosurgical Enhanced Care Unit (NECU).

Although this is not a training post, successful candidates will be given an Educational Supervisor and be expected to attend training sessions and participate in clinical audits and quality improvement projects.

This position is available for immediate start, and successful candidates will work in a 1/10 on-call Rota, including night shifts, long days and weekends. There will also be an aspect of on-call cross cover with the neighbouring Neurology team.

N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date if we receive a high volume of applications .

• Seeing acutely unwell patients
• Reviewing/ clerking neurosurgical patients
• Daily review of neurosurgery in-patients in conjunction with/ under the supervision of the consultant and SpR, including those out-lying on other wards
• Cannulating patients, and performing ward-based procedures such as Lumbar Punctures
• Ordering investigations and tests (and chasing these to ensure they are performed in a timely manner)
• Acknowledging and acting upon blood results in timely manner
• Preparing e-discharges and TTOs for patients
• Prescribing and reviewing medications
• Attending regular governance meetings such as QIPS and M&M and participate in quality improvement projects such as clinical audits. Expected attendance is 40 – 60%.
• To participate in the 1 in 10 on call rota for Neurosurgery.
• To maintain comprehensive and accurate medical records and adherence to Trust/national documentation standard.
• To communicate clearly with patients and relatives on aspects relating to their condition and treatment plans
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with medical colleagues in other specialties and participate in regular clinical meetings and other post-graduate activities.
• To see emergency admissions under the guidance of senior staff and ensure that proper notes are made, investigations instituted and treatment carried out under supervision.
• Take responsibility for improving and complying with practices including patient safety and infection control standards.
  
  

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare.

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.

There has never been a better time to join our team.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Mr Hussain Rahim Job title: Consultant Neurosurgeon and Clinical Lead Email address: [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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