Trust Doctor (Eqv to ST4+) in Renal Medicine and Transplantation

Barts Health NHS Trust; London; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking NHS trust as a Trust Doctor in Renal Medicine and Transplantation. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain extensive experience in a dynamic environment, focusing on patient care and clinical excellence. You'll work with a diverse patient population, engage in teaching and research, and contribute to a team dedicated to improving health outcomes in the community. With a commitment to inclusion and professional development, this position provides a supportive atmosphere for your career growth. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Leading Pension Scheme

Discounts

Parental Leave

Childcare Support

Skill Development Opportunities

Training Opportunities

Qualifications

• MRCP or equivalent required for the role.
• 4-6 months of renal SHO experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide broad nephrology experience through ward work and on-call duties.
• Engage in formal teaching and academic meetings.

Skills

Clinical Expertise in Internal Medicine

Experience with Haemodialysis Patients

Renal Transplant Knowledge

Central Line Insertion

Practical Procedures Experience

Teaching Experience

Audit/Quality Improvement Experience

Education

MRCP or equivalent

Full GMC Registration

4-6 Months Renal SHO Experience

Specialty Examination in Nephrology (ESENeph)

Job description

All our hospitals have their own unique identities while sharing the same standards and values

You can shape your story with us.

Whether you’re looking to gain experience in a large, fast-paced hospital or get out into the community, we have a range of opportunities that allow you to build your entire career in one trust.

For us, every day is different. We provide care to a diverse population of 2.5 million across east London – that’s 6,000 people every day, speaking over 60 different languages. Our patients are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to ensuring that people living in east London live healthy lives.

Trust Doctor (Eqv to ST4+) in Renal Medicine and Transplantation

MN37

Main area: Renal Medicine. Grade: MN37. Contract: Fixed term: 12 months. Hours: Full time - 40 hours per week. Job ref: 259-MED7178234RLH

Site: Royal London Hospital. Town: London. Salary: £49,559 - £64,288 Per annum. Salary period: Yearly. Closing date: 13/05/2025 23:59.

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country and a leading healthcare provider.

The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era, aiming to become an outstanding organization with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now focus on continually improving our services for patients.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. We prioritize patient safety, harm-free care, and timely, appropriate care. We also aim to be an outstanding place to work, guided by our WeCare values and behaviors.

Barts Health supports the Pregnancy Loss Pledge and commits to supporting staff through the distress of miscarriage.

Job overview

Applications are invited for a Trust Doctor (registrar level) in Renal Medicine and Transplantation.

This position is suitable for applicants seeking further experience in Renal Medicine, potentially to prepare for a training post.

The appointee will be exposed to all aspects of renal medicine, including renal replacement therapy (haemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, renal transplantation), acute kidney injury, and various nephrology sub-specialties. There is extensive teaching, training, audit, research opportunities, and practical procedures in nephrology.

Main duties of the job

The role aims to provide broad nephrology experience through ward work, on-call duties, formal teaching, academic meetings, journal club, and specialist clinics.

Renal medicine is demanding, with complex and sick patients. Despite busy wards and on-call duties, we have a strong team ethos, ensuring support and high-standard supervision.

Working for our organisation

Our NHS hospitals are on a journey to become outstanding, striving for excellence, safety, and compassionate care. We promote inclusion, diversity, and an equitable working environment where everyone can fulfill their potential.

We support The Pregnancy Loss Pledge and staff well-being.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The full description and person specification are provided in the attached document. We recommend applying promptly as the vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received.

Person specification

Qualifications/Higher Qualifications

• MRCP or equivalent
• Full GMC registration
• 4-6 months renal SHO experience
• Specialty Examination in Nephrology (ESENeph) or equivalent

Knowledge - Clinical Expertise

• Broad internal medicine experience
• Experience with haemodialysis patients
• Experience with renal transplant recipients
• Knowledge of renal medicine
• Experience in central line insertion
• Practical procedures experience

Training Expected

• Completion of IMT or equivalent
• Specialty training in nephrology

Academic Achievements

• Teaching experience
• Audit/quality improvement experience

We are committed to inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. Applications under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme are supported. The trust may close vacancies early if enough applications are received.

Application data is transferred to our recruitment system and, if successful, into the NHS Electronic Staff Records system. The trust is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, and a Disclosure and Barring Service check may be required.

We promote active travel and have schemes to support sustainable commuting.

Benefits

Access to a range of benefits including a leading pension scheme, discounts, parental leave, and childcare support. We support skill development and career progression through apprenticeships and training opportunities.