Senior Clinical Fellow Urology ST7+

North Bristol NHS Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Bristol seeks a Senior Clinical Fellow in Urology, commencing October 2026. Candidates should have MBBS or equivalent, FRCS (Urol), and experience in UK hospital systems. The role involves managing ward patients, participating in research, and engaging in teaching. Essential skills include management of urology patients and core procedures. This position offers opportunities for specialization in minimally invasive surgery, specifically for renal cancer treatment.

Qualifications

• Maintain appropriate registration with the GMC.
• Completed structured training in urology with interest in upper tract robotic surgery.
• Recent experience in UK hospital systems.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the service activities of the department.
• Manage ward patients day-to-day.
• Participate in ongoing research and relevant audits.

Skills

Management of elective and emergency urology patients

Core urology procedures (Cystoscopy, TURP, TURBT)

Basic life support and resuscitation skills

Effective communication with patients

Establishing working relationships

Education

MBBS or equivalent

FRCS (Urol) or equivalent

Higher academic qualification (e.g., MD or MS)

Job description

The Bristol Urological Institute offers an exciting opportunity to appoint a Senior Clinical Fellow in Urology to commence October 2026.

There is plenty of opportunity to participate in the ongoing research in the department, and the successful candidate will be expected to participate in the service activities in the department.

It is desirable that candidates have experience and familiarity with UK hospital systems and practices or equivalent. Overseas applicants are expected to be eligible for registration with the General Medical Council and have passed the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum overall score of 7.5. This must be clearly outlined on their application. Please check the GMC website for details. North Bristol NHS Trust will not pay any interview expenses in connection with this post.

Main duties of the job

The post is educationally sound and well supported, with excellent opportunities for gaining experience in specialised upper tract minimally invasive surgery, with particular emphasis on Renal Cancer Surgery utilising open and minimally invasive approaches, complex upper urinary tract reconstruction (including pyeloplasty) and adrenalectomy.

The post holder will participate in a 1:12 on call rota and will be responsible for the day-to-day management of ward patients.

Teaching

The Bristol Urological Institute has an active teaching programme and Fellows and Registrars are expected to actively participate in this activity. The post holder will be available to undertake teaching sessions for medical students and junior doctors as required. In certain circumstances you may be required to cover a colleague's clinical duties in order that they may deliver teaching sessions.

Research

1/2 day dedicated research session is provided for all fellows/SpRs. There are several ongoing research projects and fellows are expected to participate in these projects as well as undertaking at least one audit project during their training.

Courses/Training/Journal/Clubs/Lunchtime meetings

• Weekly cancer multidisciplinary team meetings
• Gran Rounds - Regular postgraduate lectures
• Weekly X-ray meeting

About us

North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities and we are part of the Bristol NHS Group.

Recognised as the Best UK Employer of the Year for Nursing Staff at the Nursing Times Workforce Summit and Awards 2025, our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.

North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• Maintain appropriate registration with the GMC
• FRCS (Urol) or equivalent
• Completed structured training in urology and wishing to pursue a career with an interest in upper tract robotic surgery
• Evidence of training progression

Desirable

• Higher academic qualification (e.g. MD or MS).
• Prizes
• ATLS/ALS

Experience

Essential

• Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent).
• Experience as a specialist registrar or equivalent, in urology (5 years at least)
• Skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues

Desirable

• Experience in upper tract laparoscopy/robotic surgery

Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of understanding and application of knowledge of speciality
• Willing to seek help from senior colleagues as appropriate

Skills

Essential

• Competent in the management of elective and emergency urology patients
• Competent in core urology procedures (Cystoscopy, TURP, TURBT, Stenting ...etc)
• Experience of basic life support and resuscitation skills

Desirable

• Accepts responsibility and able to take leadership role for ward based emergencies

Personal Requirements

Essential

• Able to communicate effectively with patients and their relatives
• Able to establish good working relationships with all members of the multi-disciplinary team

Desirable

• Good oral and written presentation skills

Employer details

Employer name

North Bristol NHS Trust

Address

Southmead Hospital
Bristol
BS10 5NB

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