Junior Clinical Fellow in Emergency Medicine (SHO)

Charing Cross Hospital; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Charing Cross Hospital is seeking a Junior Clinical Fellow in Emergency Medicine, offering a dynamic environment for professional development in one of the fastest-paced medical specialties. This position supports exciting career pathways and immediate engagement in patient-centered acute care with a commitment to flexible working and career growth.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Flexible working options

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration with a license to practice is required.
• Recent medical school graduates preferred (last 5 years).
• Relevant emergency medicine interest and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide full shift cover for the Emergency Department.
• Assess and manage patients in the ED under supervision.
• Participate in teaching, handovers, and quality improvement.

Skills

Assessment Skills

Teamwork

Clinical Knowledge

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Full GMC registration

Graduate from Medical School in the last 5 years

ALS/ATLS/APLS (or equivalent) within two years

Job description

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Junior Clinical Fellow in Emergency Medicine (SHO), London

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Charing Cross Hospital

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London, United Kingdom

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job overview

Do you have a passion for Emergency Medicine (EM)? Then you will appreciate the reasons why EM is an attractive career choice for so many, and why it provides such a variety of opportunities for career development? At Imperial EM we are committed to producing a medical workforce that is motivated, happy, healthy and diverse.

This post is suited to a number of potential applicants. Primarily a doctor who is interested in a career in Emergency Medicine or one of the other acute specialties, but also:

oSomeone looking to fill a career break whilst deciding on options: ‘FY3’ year or between Core and Higher training

oA doctor who is building their own ‘portfolio’ career, taking in a range of different specialties

oA doctor who has a special interest in e.g., education, ultrasound, simulation, quality improvement etc., and would benefit from training and qualification in that are

Main duties of the job

Provide full shift cover for the Emergency Department, 7 days per week, supported and supervised by ED registrars who also work a full shift 24 hour pattern 7 days per week. They will be supervised by EM Consultants for 12-14 hours a day on weekdays and 6 -12 hours a day on weekends.

The post holder will join the junior doctor rota and be responsible for seeing and assessing your own patients under the direct supervision of the ED consultants and registrars.

Working for our organisation

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You’ll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The postholder plays a key role in the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered acute care. The postholder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team providing initial assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients presenting with a wide range of medical and surgical emergencies. The department includes a resuscitation area, majors and minors zones, ambulatory care, and a Clinical Decision Unit. SHOs are expected to manage patients under senior supervision and participate actively in departmental teaching, handovers, and quality improvement initiatives.

Key Duties:

·Assess and manage patients in all areas of the ED, including majors, minors, and resus.

·Perform practical procedures such as cannulation, suturing, and ECG interpretation.

·Work closely with consultants, registrars, nursing staff, and allied health professionals.

·Participate in regular clinical teaching, simulation sessions, and audit activities.

·Contribute to safe handover of care and accurate documentation.

Additional Information:
Charing Cross ED operates 24/7 and is supported by onsite specialties including acute medicine, general surgery, and neurology. The hospital is also a hub for stroke and neurosciences within the Trust. The role provides excellent exposure to a wide case mix and is ideal for trainees preparing for core or specialty training in emergency medicine or internal medicine.

Person specification

Education and qualifications

• Full GMC registration with a license to practice
• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• Can demonstrate the skills and knowledge, equivalent to the completion of Foundation level training or equivalent by commencement of post.
• Have graduated from Medical School in the last 5 years.
• ALS/ATLS/APLS (or equivalent) within two years of application.
• Additional related qualifications such as post graduate degree, BSc
• Demonstrates an understanding and/or knowledge of NHS systems and practices

Academic achievements including research/publications

• Evidence of academic involvement and achievement, e.g. presentations, publications or post graduate degree.

Clinical Skills

• Demonstrates ability to carry out clinical skills appropriate to job description.
• Experience of/aptitude for clinical activity appropriate to the role.
• At least 12 months’ relevant experience following award of medical qualification.
• Experience of teaching junior medical colleagues and/or undergraduates.

Audit

• Able to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of clinical audit, clinical quality improvement initiatives and research including an awareness of ethics.
• Previous experience of involvement in undertaking clinical audit, formal research or clinical quality improvement initiative.

Relevant experience in specialty/Sub specialty

• Demonstrates an interest in emergency medicine

Please ensure you check your emails regularly as this is how we will communicate with you throughout the recruitment process. If you are shortlisted you will be contacted by email and text message (if you provide a mobile contact number).

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