Job summary
- Main area
- Surgery
- Grade
- NHS Medical & Dental: Junior Clinical Fellow
- Contract
- Fixed term: 12 months (12 months)
- Hours
- Full time - 40 hours per week (40 hours per week)
- Job ref
- 418-M-GS-264
- Employer
- Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Luton & Dunstable University Hospital
- Town
- Luton
- Salary
- £41,541 - £46,553 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 12/10/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Clinical Fellow in General Surgery
NHS Medical & Dental: Junior Clinical Fellow
Job overview
Applications are invited for the above post to commence as soon as possible for an initial twelve months with possible extension. The 3 appointees will undertake duties equivalent to those of an FY2 doctor and participate on the full shift rota alongside the FY2 doctors within the surgical specialities.
The Trust has University Hospital status which provides an academic environment to the hospital and good facilities for study and training. In addition to an active postgraduate teaching programme, we welcome medical students from the UCL Medical School throughout the year. We have an excellent reputation for junior staff training. Within the Centre of Multi-Professional Educational & Training (COMET) is the Medical Education Department, the library including an IT suite, and the Training & Development Department. The main aim of the Medical Education Department is to promote postgraduate and continuing medical education and training for all doctors and dentists. The Hospital actively promotes career development and progression for all staff.
Main duties of the job
Duties are allocated by the supervising Consultant. Duties will include the following, all of which you are responsible for. This is not, however, to be regarded as excusive or exhaustive.
- Responsibility for the care of in-patients admitted under the supervising consultant
- Detailed clerking and initiation of all necessary investigations for the patient
- Keeping full notes and ensuring medical records are constantly updated
- Attendance at ward rounds
- Completion of discharge notes
- Attendance at education and training meetings
- Undertake, exceptionally, to perform additional duties in occasional emergency and unforeseen circumstances
- Undertake, exceptionally, to be available for such irregular commitments, outside normally rostered duties which are essential for patient care
- Work under the supervision of and be responsible to their respective Consultant, or the On Call Consultant and the Clinical Directors within General Surgery
The post currently participates in a full shift rota pattern. The on‑call commitment is one in eleven (1:11), with prospective cover.
Working for our organisation
Our Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Travel between hospital sites may be required.
We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The L&D has always been renowned for its friendly atmosphere and good working relationships. The Hospital has an excellent track record of financial and senior executive stability.
The Trust has University Hospital status which provides an academic environment to the hospital. In addition to postgraduate training, we welcome medical students from the UCL Medical School throughout the year and by arrangement with the medical school provide a programme of clinical placements to support their education. We have an excellent reputation for junior staff training. Within the Centre of Multi-Professional Educational & Training (COMET) is the Medical Education Department, the library including an IT suite, and the Training & Development Department. The main aim of the Medical Education Department is to promote postgraduate and continuing medical education and training for all doctors and dentists. The Hospital actively promotes career development and progression for all staff.
The Hospital has excellent access to the surrounding areas with easy access to central London and the rural Chilterns. The rural areas include many attractive villages and towns within easy reach of the Hospital including St Albans and Harpenden. Excellent schools are found nearby. There is also very good access to the Midlands and North by road using the M1 or A1, or by rail to one of the Luton’s three stations. A direct link using the new ‘Busway’ takes passengers from Luton Train station just 7 minutes to reach a stop that is within a short walking distance of the hospital. London Luton Airport is within fifteen minutes of the hospital.
All applicants will be required to demonstrate a working knowledge of the English language.
Full registration with the General Medical Council is required at time of application.
The appointment will be subject to full Occupational Health Clearance and Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for the successful candidates prior to commencement.
Person specification
Eligibility
Essential criteria
- Full GMC registration (GMC Licence to Practice is mandatory before employment commences)
- Evidence of achievement of Foundation Year 1 competencies by time of appointment in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice
- Eligibility to work in the UK
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of working in the NHS
Clinical Skills
Essential criteria
- Clinical judgement: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need.
- Practical skills: shows aptitude for practical skills, required for the job.
- Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job.
Communication Skills
Essential criteria
- Effective communication skills: demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication and capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation.
- Empathy and sensitivity: capacity to listen and take in others’ perspectives.
- Works in partnership with patients: always considers patients preferences when discussing treatment options.
- Always considers the full impact of clinical decisions on the patients, Practice shared decision making.
- Directs and supports patients to access the information they need to support decision making.
Desirable criteria
- Patient survey feedback and reflections.
Personal Skills
Essential criteria
- Team working: demonstrated experience working in a team, values the input of other professional in the team.
- Managing others and team involvement: capacity to work co-operatively with others and demonstrate leadership when appropriate. Capacity to work effectively in multi-professional teams.
- Coping with pressure: capacity to operate under pressure. Demonstrates initiative and resilience to cope with the setbacks & adapt to rapidly changing circumstances.
- Problem solving & decision making: capacity to use logical /lateral thinking to solve problems & make decisions.
- Organisation and planning: capacity to organise oneself and prioritise own work. Demonstrates punctuality, preparation and self-discipline. Understands importance of information technology.
- Flexible approach to work: able to adapt and work with employers to deliver improved patient care.
- Equality and diversity: promotes equality and values diversity.
Desirable criteria
- Able to adapt to work with employers to deliver
- Driver with a valid license.
Probity
Essential criteria
- Professional integrity and respect for others: capacity to take responsibility for own actions and demonstrate a non-judgmental approach towards others. Displays honesty, integrity, awareness of confidentiality and ethical issues.
Commitment to on-going professional development
Essential criteria
- Learning and personal development: demonstrates interest in the specialty required for the job. Demonstrates a commitment to maintaining professional skills and knowledge relevant to the job.
- Demonstrates a willingness to fully engage in appraisal. Self-awareness and ability to accept and learn from feedback.
Desirable criteria
- Extracurricular activities / achievements relevant to the job
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
Language Skills
Essential criteria
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- Applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English
- Applicants have scores in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or equivalent equal to those required for recruitment to training programmes
- If applicants believe that they have adequate communication skills but do not fit into one of the examples they need to provide evidence
Commitment to Clinical Governance / Improving quality of patient care
Essential criteria
- Capacity to be alert to dangers or problems and aware of own limitations.
- Demonstrates awareness of good decision making.
- Evidence of participation in clinical governance: reporting errors, learning from errors.
Desirable criteria
- Research Skills: Demonstrates understanding of the principles of research
- Audit: evidence of active participation in audit.
- Teaching: evidence of experience in teaching where required in the job.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Kayleigh Spackman
- Job title
- Service Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Additional information
Please refer to the Job Description for full details of the post.
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Kayleigh Spackman
Job title: Service Manager
Email address: [email protected]
If you have problems applying, contact
- Address
-
Luton & Dunstable Hospital NHS FT
Medical Workforce Department
Luton
Bedfordshire
LU4 0DZ
- Telephone
- 01582 718222
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