Surgical Clinical Fellow – Training & Rotations (Maternity Cover)

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

We are seeking a motivated Junior Clinical Fellow to join our team across Chorley and South Ribble District Hospital and Royal Preston Hospital. The post covers maternity leave until 25 July 2027 and is a rotational role within the Surgical Assessment Unit for general, UG I, and colorectal surgery.

There is opportunity to attend regular operating sessions, learn in supervision from Consultants, and assess new and follow-up patients with guidance.

Qualifications

• Junior clinician intended for rotation across multiple General Surgery services.
• Ability to participate in clinical duties within Surgical Assessment Unit.
• Willingness to engage in audit, research and teaching activities.

Responsibilities

• Daily ward rounds at Chorley and South Ribble District Hospital or Royal Preston Hospital.
• Attend out-patient clinics at Preston and Chorley.
• Participate in operating sessions with training in endoscopic, laparoscopic and open pelvic/renal surgery.
• Surgical Assessment Unit rotation with supervised patient assessment.
• Be part of the on-call general surgery rota (FY2-CT1/JCF grade level).
• Provide support to junior staff and medical students.
• Engage in audit, research and teaching activities.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Decision making

Teaching & supervision

Job description

We are seeking a motivated Junior Clinical Fellow to join our team across Chorley and South Ribble District Hospital and Royal Preston Hospital. The post covers maternity leave until 25 July 2027 and is a rotational role within the Surgical Assessment Unit for general, UG I, and colorectal surgery.

There is opportunity to attend regular operating sessions, learn in supervision from Consultants, and assess new and follow-up patients with guidance.