Job summary
This post offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated physician to join our department as a Senior Clinical Fellow (SCF) specialising in Hypertension. This is a full-time, fixed-term position designed for doctors at Post IMT/ST3+ level or equivalent who wish to gain focused experience in the assessment and management of hypertensive disorders within a supportive environment. The primary focus of the role involves managing new patients referred to the specialist hypertension outpatient clinics, working under consultant supervision.
The Diabetes and Endocrine department at Nottingham University Hospitals provides a comprehensive range of services for patients. The Hypertension service is a core component of the department, managing referrals from primary care and other secondary care specialties. It comprises specialist outpatient clinics focused on the management of complex, resistant, and secondary hypertension, supported by a dedicated team including Consultant Physicians, Specialist Nurses, and Pharmacists.
Main duties of the job
The role includes dedicated Supporting Professional Activity (SPA) time, with 1 Programmed Activities (PAs) specifically allocated for participation in clinical audit, quality improvement projects (QIP), and/or clinical research relevant to the service. Furthermore, the successful candidate will have valuable opportunities to engage with the Trust's Adrenal Multidisciplinary Team (MDT), gaining exposure to the investigation and management of secondary causes of hypertension. This post provides an excellent platform for career development for individuals aspiring towards a specialist career in Cardiology, Endocrinology, Nephrology, Hypertension or related fields.
About us
With over 19,000 we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the job description and job plan please see attached job description for full details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the job description and job plan please see attached job description for full details.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practise at time of appointment
- MRCP (UK) or equivalent postgraduate qualification
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Completion of UK Internal Medicine Training Stage 1 (IMT) or Core Medical Training (CMT), or equivalent
- Previous NHS experience
Desirable
- Experience in a relevant specialty (e.g., Cardiology, Renal Medicine, Endocrinology)
Management & Leadership
Essential
- Ability to work effectively and ability to organise and prioritise own workload effectively,
- Understanding of clinical governance, risk management and patient safety principles
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, adequate for effective communication with patients, families and colleagues
- Commitment to lifelong learning and continuous professional development
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practise at time of appointment
- MRCP (UK) or equivalent postgraduate qualification
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Completion of UK Internal Medicine Training Stage 1 (IMT) or Core Medical Training (CMT), or equivalent
- Previous NHS experience
Desirable
- Experience in a relevant specialty (e.g., Cardiology, Renal Medicine, Endocrinology)
Management & Leadership
Essential
- Ability to work effectively and ability to organise and prioritise own workload effectively,
- Understanding of clinical governance, risk management and patient safety principles
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, adequate for effective communication with patients, families and colleagues
- Commitment to lifelong learning and continuous professional development
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).