Junior Clinical Fellow in ENT | East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health trust in Blackburn is offering a 6-month Junior Clinical Fellow post in ENT Surgery. The successful candidate will provide patient care in a fast-paced environment, participate in audits, and gain valuable experience in outpatient and perioperative settings. This is a great opportunity for qualified medical professionals to join a committed ENT team focused on training and development. Closing date for applications is 24 Dec 2025.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified medical professional (post holder).
• Must live within 10 miles or 30 minutes travel time by car of the relevant Trust hospital base.
• A satisfactory medical examination is a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for in-patients.
• Perioperative care of patients undergoing surgery.
• Attend outpatient clinics.

Skills

Patient care

Surgical assistance

Audit participation

Outpatient clinics

Education

Qualified medical professional

Job description

Job Summary

This is a 6 month Junior Clinical Fellow post in ENT Surgery.

The rota is EWTD compliant.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for in-patients.
• Perioperative care of patients undergoing surgery.
• Attend outpatient clinics.
• Gain ENT experience in both clinics and theatre.
• Regularly participate in audit and publications.
• Participate in audit and research projects.

Location

ENT is based at Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital, which houses the main state‑of‑the‑art outpatient department and inpatient facility. Outpatients are seen at St Peter’s Centre in Burnley town centre, and same‑day surgery is carried out at Burnley General Teaching Hospital. The department has a 12‑bed unit shared with Oral and Maxillo‑Facial Surgery at Royal Blackburn Hospital.

Training and Support

The post is classed as non‑training grade, but the department is fully committed to provide an equivalent level of training, with a named clinical supervisor and regular appraisals. There is great opportunity to be involved with departmental audit and research projects. A first‑class medical library and substantial facilities for higher education and training are available within the Trust.

Requirements & Eligibility

• Must be a qualified medical professional (post holder).
• Must live within 10 miles or 30 minutes travel time by car of the relevant Trust hospital base.
• A satisfactory medical examination is a condition of employment.
• Will be referred to the DBS for clearance.
• The successful applicant will join an established ENT team.

Appointment

Start immediately for the successful candidate. The post holder will take part in provision of care for in‑patients, perioperative care of patients undergoing surgery and outpatient clinics.

Team

We are a highly motivated and cohesive team dedicated to providing an excellent service for our patients. We have a strong emphasis on training and have a strong commitment to support, mentorship and development of all of our staff and have regular multidisciplinary meetings.

Closing Date

This advert closes on Wednesday 24 Dec 2025.