Junior Clinical Fellow in General Medicine

Swansea Bay University Health Board; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health service provider in Port Talbot is seeking a clinical candidate to support Foundation Programme Doctors while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The role requires GMC registration and an MBBS qualification, focusing on the well-being of patients in various care settings. The successful candidate will participate in teaching and professional development activities. Previous NHS experience is advantageous but not mandatory. This is a full-time position with no on-call commitment.

Qualifications

• Registered with GMC and eligible for full registration at start date.
• Current employment in a UKFPO-affiliated foundation programme.
• Experience in developing effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical support to Foundation Programme Doctors.
• Teach Medical Students.
• Participate in Continuing Professional Development and audit.

Skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Clinical judgement

Effective communication

Leadership skills

Education

MBBS or equivalent qualification

Advanced Life Support Certificate

Job description

Overview

The successful candidate will work as part of a multi-disciplinary Clinical Team to promote the safety and well-being of patients, under the supervision of the Consultant. This is a 12 month fixed term post, full-time (40 hours per week) with no on-call commitment. The service works with partner organisations (statutory and voluntary) and maintains links with local General Practitioners.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical support to Foundation Programme Doctors.
• Participate fully in Postgraduate Department activities and undertake Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and audit.
• Teach Medical Students.
• Provide a clinical service in conjunction with colleagues under the direction of a Consultant, including responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness.
• Work with the multi-professional team to maintain the well-being of all patients under care.
• Provide prospective ward cover Monday to Friday in Medical / Elderly Care / Stroke Rehabilitation / Ortho-geriatrics and gain experience in inpatient care across Geriatric Medicine, Stroke Rehabilitation and Ortho-geriatrics.
• Cover designated patients on Medical / Elderly Care / Stroke Rehabilitation / Ortho-geriatrics as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Essential
  • Registered with GMC
  • Hold MBBS or equivalent qualification
  • Licensed to practice
  • Be eligible for full registration with, and hold a current licence to practice from, the GMC at the intended start date
  • Current employment in a UKFPO-affiliated foundation programme or 12 months' experience after full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of foundation competences in the three years preceding the intended start date from a UKFPO-affiliated foundation programme or equivalent, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice
  • Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent by intended start date
• Desirable
  • Evidence of ability to develop effective working relationships with all levels of staff (multidisciplinary teamwork)
  • Experience within the NHS and ability to apply clinical knowledge and judgement, prioritize clinical need, maximise safety and minimise risk
  • Effective leadership and teamwork skills; ability to listen, communicate and adapt to change
  • Understanding of Prudent Healthcare principles
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly with patients, colleagues and relatives; flexible and adaptable under pressure; commitment to continuous improvement and service development
  • Empathy and sensitivity in involving people as individuals
  • Ability to undertake on-call

Please note: This role description reflects current duties and may be reviewed in the light of service needs.