Trauma Fellow in Emergency Medicine

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust; Frimley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Research Fellow for their Emergency Department. This role offers a unique blend of clinical and non-clinical responsibilities, allowing you to maintain your clinical skills while pursuing your interests. With a commitment to inclusivity and work-life balance, this position supports sustainable practices and provides ample opportunities for professional development. You'll engage in trauma training, contribute to quality improvement projects, and be part of a dedicated team focused on enhancing health services across the region. If you're passionate about emergency medicine and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Study Leave: 18 Days

Study Budget: £650/year

Flexible Working Arrangements

Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered with the GMC and minimum 2 years NHS experience required.
• Relevant emergency medicine clinical experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on trauma audit and quality improvement with ED Consultant.
• Analyze data for the National Major Trauma Registry.

Skills

Emergency Medicine Experience

Data Analysis

Quality Improvement

Trauma Training

Education

GMC Registration

2 Years NHS Experience

Job description

Job Overview

Applicants are invited to apply for the role of Research Fellow in Frimley Emergency Department. The role is 75% clinical and 25% non-clinical. We are looking for doctors to start in August 2025.

This is an excellent opportunity for doctors to maintain clinical work while having dedicated time for their areas of interest. It supports sustainable working practices and helps build CVs and experience.

Study leave: 18 days (10 days general, 5 days private, 3 days for exams/interviews). Study budget: £650/year.

The emergency medicine rota includes evenings, nights, weekends, and bank holidays. LTFT enquiries are welcome.

Applicants must have at least 24 months of NHS experience. This advert is open to ST1/2 and ST3+ applicants.

Main Duties of the Job

1. Collaborate with ED Consultant lead for Trauma & Nurse Lead on trauma audit and quality improvement.
2. Develop strategies, policies, and guidelines related to major trauma.
3. Analyze data for the National Major Trauma Registry and identify key learnings.
4. Deliver and develop MDT trauma training, including weekly trauma skills teaching.
5. Participate in ATLS courses, if appropriate.
6. Facilitate TILS and Trauma Team Leader courses.
7. Organize the annual Frimley Resuscitation conference.
8. Co-chair Trauma Mortality & Morbidity meetings and implement improvement actions.
9. Disseminate learning outcomes to ED and external teams.
10. Work with ED Trauma Team and IT to develop trauma documentation systems.
11. Support colleagues in expanding their experience and projects.

Working for Our Organisation

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to inclusivity and has received the Gold award from the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We offer extensive development opportunities and training.

We value work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements to meet staff and service needs.

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Job Description and Person Specification

Please review the attached detailed job description and person specification. This description outlines expected tasks and may be amended to meet organizational needs.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Experience

• Registered with the GMC
• Minimum 2 years NHS experience
• Relevant emergency medicine clinical experience
• Interest and commitment to the fellowship
• Experience in project work demonstrating motivation and initiative

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust (FHFT) has a strong reputation and a commitment to improving health services across Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey, and south Buckinghamshire. Our strategy, Our Future FHFT, aims for excellence in health and wellbeing, supported by significant investments in facilities and technology, including the new Epic EPR system. Our core values—Committed to Excellence, Working Together, Facing the Future—guide our staff in delivering high-quality care.