Quality Improvement Fellow

NHS; Exeter; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a CT level surgical trainee to engage in quality improvement and research projects at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. The role involves running initiatives within the Peri-operative team and working closely with a highly experienced surgical mentor.

Benefits

27 days paid annual leave, increasing to 33 days

Comprehensive occupational health services

Discounts on shopping, fitness, and leisure

Access to NHS Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• CT level surgical training required.
• Experience in quality improvement projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality improvement and research projects.
• Participate in the Peri-operative team and Enhanced Recovery initiatives.
• Mentorship from a consultant surgeon.

Skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Quality Improvement

Education

Medical Degree

Job description

Job summary

This exciting post will allow a CT level surgical trainee to run a series of quality improvement and research projects. The main work will be around the implementation of Peri-operative team, Enhanced Recovery, and BOAST projects. It is very likely that the post holder will be able to present and publish on several occasions. The post holder would be part of the Trauma & Orthopaedic department.

Main duties of the job

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients stay healthy when they need it most.

About us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern, and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist, and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).

Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people's own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies, and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

It's never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you'll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Details

Date posted: 06 June 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Doctor - other

Salary: £42,008 to £49,909 a year

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 12 months

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 185-79221-10716

Job locations: Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5DW

Job description

Job responsibilities

More detail about the role

The post-holder will be mentored by a practicing consultant surgeon. The post holder will be fully on the junior doctor on-call rota; a 1:8 full shift pattern for days on call and 1:10 nights. Approximately one day a week will be on-call and half a day a week designated to the Quality Improvement projects. This time will be bleep free and protected. Outside of these times, the QI Fellow will work in the context of the Peri-Operative Team.

Working Pattern: Full time

Interview Date: TBA

For further information please contact: Alex Long Tel: [phone]

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognize the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree, or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD, or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family-friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities, and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness, and leisure options, and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED-rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter.

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available. If the role interests you, we'd love to hear from you.