Junior Clinical Fellow in Stroke

NHS; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is looking for dedicated professionals to join their multidisciplinary team in a dynamic environment. This role involves assisting in the diagnosis and treatment of patients, contributing to high-quality patient care, and maintaining comprehensive clinical records. With a commitment to innovation and research, the organization offers diverse learning opportunities and a chance to make a significant impact in the healthcare sector. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a passionate team dedicated to improving patient outcomes and advancing medical practice.

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications and experience in clinical practice.
• Strong commitment to patient care and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist in diagnosis and treatment under consultant supervision.
• Maintain clinical records and participate in audits.

Skills

Clinical Skills

Patient Diagnosis

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Medical Degree

Postgraduate Training

Job description

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Interviews are scheduled for 15 May 2025

The successful applicant will join a multidisciplinary team including 7 Junior Clinical Fellow doctors, 1 Specialty doctor, 2 Neurology Specialist Registrars, 1 Geriatric Specialist Registrar, 8 consultant Stroke Physicians (comprising 4 Geriatricians, 2 Neurologists, 1 General Physician, and 1 Acute Physician), as well as specialist stroke nurses and a stroke co-ordinator.

The stroke unit (ward 41) features 12 hyperacute and 30 acute/rehabilitation beds. It is part of the Department of Neurosciences, admitting approximately 1400 stroke patients annually. A dedicated 24/7 thrombolysis service has been operational since 2008, serving a population of about 1 million, with around 150 patients treated yearly with IV tPA. A thrombectomy service is currently under development.

A dedicated 'one stop' acute TIA clinic operates 7 days a week, supported by daily carotid ultrasound and MRI services. Over 95% of high-risk patients are seen within 24 hours of referral.

Note: We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications or if organizational priorities change.

Main duties of the job

1. Assist in the investigation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients under consultant supervision.
2. Attend consultant ward rounds; present cases, discuss differential diagnoses and management plans; perform practical skills with patients.
3. Maintain comprehensive clinical records; produce discharge summaries; participate in audit data collection and attend clinical governance and audit meetings.

About us

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

We take pride in our skilled staff across Coventry and Rugby, with high-quality patient care at our core.

Our modern facilities in Western Europe and leadership in research and innovation position us as a national and international healthcare leader.

Joining us offers a chance to be part of a passionate team with diverse learning and development opportunities.

Now is an excellent time to become part of our team.

Job responsibilities

For detailed information, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Meets all essential qualifications
• Meets desirable qualifications

Experience

• Meets all essential experience
• Meets desirable experience

Knowledge/Skills

• Meets all essential skills
• Meets desirable skills

Teaching/Education

• Meets all essential teaching/education criteria
• Meets desirable criteria

Personal Qualities

• Meets all essential personal qualities

Audit/Research

• Meets all essential requirements
• Meets desirable requirements

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

• Meets all essential values and behaviours

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Applicants will be required to undergo a Disclosure check to verify any criminal convictions.

Address

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust