Senior Clinical Fellow in General Medicine

Job summary

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals is seeking to appoint two Senior Clinical Fellows in General Medicine (IMT3/ST3+ equivalent) beginning August 2025 for a 12-month fixed-term contract until the end of July 2026. The posts do not attract a National Training Number. As these posts are not recognized as 'training posts', full GMC registration with a licence to practise is required. If the appointee does not hold right of residence in the UK, sponsorship will be necessary.

The duties of these posts are equivalent to IMT3/ST3+ level. Successful completion of MRCP and 12 months of experience at IMT2/equivalent is essential.

Any further vacancies arising during the advertising period for this grade will be considered from this advert.

Main duties of the job

The ST3-level clinical duties include inpatient responsibilities as part of a team managing patients admitted under general medicine consultants. Support to junior colleagues will be provided. There will be opportunities to attend outpatient clinics and, depending on interest, to be involved with specialist referrals.

About us

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. We offer a comprehensive range of local hospital and community services for Sheffield residents, along with specialist care for patients from further afield, including cancer, spinal cord injuries, renal, and cardiothoracic services. The Trust comprises five renowned teaching hospitals:

• The Royal Hallamshire Hospital
• The Northern General Hospital
• Charles Clifford Dental Hospital
• Weston Park Cancer Hospital
• Jessop Wing Maternity Hospital

With a history of high-quality care, clinical excellence, and innovation in medical research, we promote continuous quality improvement and encourage staff to innovate and adopt 'best practice' to deliver the highest standards of patient care.

Date posted: 24 April 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Doctor - other

Salary: £61,825 a year

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 12 months

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 190-STH-25-071

Job location: Northern General Hospital, Sheffield, S5 7AU

Job description

Job responsibilities

General Medicine is part of the Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Respiratory Medicine, and Diabetes & Endocrinology (GRaDE) Care Group. For detailed information, please refer to the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential):

• Registered (or eligible to be registered) with the GMC with a licence to practise
• MBBS, MBChB, or equivalent
• MRCP/MRCPI

Clinical experience (Essential):

• Experience in substantive NHS employment as a doctor (excluding unpaid Clinical attachments)
• Experience at CT3 / IMT3 / ST3 level or above in a relevant medical specialty
• Ability to prioritize clinical needs
• Recognition and initial management of acutely ill patients
• Maximize safety and minimize risks
• Apply sound clinical knowledge and judgment

Teaching and training (Essential):

• Experience teaching medical students and junior doctors

Desirable:

• Willingness and ability to teach at all levels
• Training in teaching methods
• Evidence of successful teaching feedback

Continuous Professional Development (Essential):

• Participation in CME/CPD within the last 12 months

Desirable:

• Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio

Personal attributes (Essential):

• Alignment with PROUD values (see appendix)
• Effective communication skills in English, as per GMC guidelines

Additional requirements

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A DBS check will be required.

Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications requiring UK sponsorship are welcome. Further info available on the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration: Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. More info on NHS Careers website.