Job overview

We require enthusiastic, motivated and innovative individuals to work with us in the Emergency Department in the stunning county of Cornwall. 

This exciting 6 month post offer an 80:20 split of clinical : fellow time with an opportunity to increase your experience in Emergency Medicine, as well as allowing personal development. These opportunities are the ideal step up to an Emergency Medicine Specialty Doctor position or a Core or Higher training application.

Your eight hours of non-clinical time each week would enable you to attend our dedicated weekly EM training programme incorporating in-situ simulation training, USS masterclasses and up-to-date guideline presentations in addition to developing your own skills and interests within the field of Emergency Medicine.  Our previous fellows have had interests in Major Trauma, Simulation, Education, Quality Improvement, Mental health, Ultrasound and PHEM.

In addition to this prioritisation of your individual development we are able to offer funding for the completion of ATLS, ALS and APLS (or equivalent/appropriate courses) during your 12 month post.

Applicants are required to be GMC registered AND HAVE PREVIOUS NHS EXPERIENCE.

Applications from those that do not have experience in the NHS,  will not be considered.

Main duties of the job

To work as part of the ED team seeing the wide variety of patients that 
present
• Fulfil duties of weekly timetable following a full shift pattern as per the 
ED Junior Doctor rota.
• 80 : 20 Clinical : fellow duties.
• Attend and contribute to weekly Emergency Medicine Departmental 
teaching including in-situ simulation training and case/guideline 
presentations.
• Partake in a non-clinical Emergency Department project during fellow 
time –  ie: Major Trauma, Global Health, Ultrasound.
• Follow departmental protocols and guidance and seek senior advice 
whenever necessary.
• Teach and train junior staff, medical students and Nurse Practitioners
as appropriate.
• To have responsibility for ensuring active participation in continuing 
medical education (CME). 
• To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters 
concerning Clinical Governance and audit.

Working for our organisation

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is the biggest provider of healthcare services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our three main sites are Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro, St Michael’s Hospital Hayle and West Cornwall Hospital Penzance, our staff and services are available across the region.  

The Trust employs 5,000+ staff, has a budget of £380 million and 750 beds. We work with health and social care organisations -including NHS Kernow and NHS England- to ensure local healthcare needs are met. We provide acute medical, surgical and specialist services to around 500,000- which can increase significantly during busy holiday periods. 

The Trust has teaching hospitals status as part of the University of Exeter Medical School. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we continually develop clinical services and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care offered locally. 

We can offer you a rewarding career in a supportive working environment. We have extensive educational links to help you realise your full potential and develop skills to provide outstanding healthcare to the local community. 

Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in a place that offers surfing beaches and fishing harbours to beautiful countryside and historic towns. With clean air, plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and excellent schools, colleges and universities (including adult education) it is the ideal place for families and for you to develop your own career.