Job summary
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals is looking to recruit Junior Clinical Fellows at FY2/ ST1 level to multiple specialties (Renal Medicine, General Surgery, Gastroenterology, Respiratory & Diabetes and Endocrinology (GRaDE) commencing October 2023 for contracts ranging from 5 - 8 months each. The vacancies are a mixture of gaps due to training vacancies and also winter pressures. Where the appointment is to training gap, the post will potentially include a rotations to a second specialty where applicable.
MBChB or equivalent qualification is essential with full GMC Registration & a License to practice by the date of application. Full ALS will be required for candidates being appointed to Medical specialities.
These posts do not award a National Training Number. As these posts are not recognised as a 'training post', full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise is required, and if the appointee does not hold right of residence in the UK sponsorship will be required. The duties of these posts are equivalent to that of a F2 / ST1 level doctor.
Main duties of the job
The duties include assisting in the day-to-day management of inpatients; attendance at Consultant ward rounds; prompt completion of e-discharge summaries; teaching medical students as directed; and attendance at clinical meetings.
About us
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. We provide a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Sheffield, as well as specialist care for patients from further afield, including cancer, spinal cord injuries, renal and cardiothoracic services. In addition to community health services, the Trust comprises five of Yorkshire's best known teaching hospitals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The duties of this post will be equivalent to F2 or ST1 level. Previous experience of working within the NHS is essential. The Fellow will also be given dedicated time to pursue career development opportunities such as research or audit, quality improvement projects, educational roles etc.
For further information please see the attached job description
Job description
Job responsibilities
The duties of this post will be equivalent to F2 or ST1 level. Previous experience of working within the NHS is essential. The Fellow will also be given dedicated time to pursue career development opportunities such as research or audit, quality improvement projects, educational roles etc.
For further information please see the attached job description
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Medical Degree
- Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the date of application
- ALS certificate
Clinical experience
Essential
- Minimum 4 weeks experience in the NHS
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
- Ability to prioritise clinical need
- Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk
- Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient
- Successful completion of foundation year 1 competencies or equivalent
Desirable
- Successful completion of foundation year 2 competencies or equivalent
Teaching and training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors
Desirable
- To have the ability and willingness to teach at all levels and to all groups of staff
- Training in teaching methods
- Evidence of successful feedback from teaching
Continuous professional development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Management and Administration
Desirable
- Awareness of current issues in NHS
Clinical governance and audit
Essential
- Committed to and understands the principles of clinical governance
- Understands the principles outlined in the GMC document Good Medical Practice
- Understands the requirements of Medical Appraisal and Revalidation
Desirable
- Active involvement in a clinical governance programme
Personal attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix)
- Good time management skills
- Good oral communication skills
- Good written communication skills
- The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Medical Degree
- Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the date of application
- ALS certificate
Clinical experience
Essential
- Minimum 4 weeks experience in the NHS
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
- Ability to prioritise clinical need
- Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk
- Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient
- Successful completion of foundation year 1 competencies or equivalent
Desirable
- Successful completion of foundation year 2 competencies or equivalent
Teaching and training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors
Desirable
- To have the ability and willingness to teach at all levels and to all groups of staff
- Training in teaching methods
- Evidence of successful feedback from teaching
Continuous professional development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Management and Administration
Desirable
- Awareness of current issues in NHS
Clinical governance and audit
Essential
- Committed to and understands the principles of clinical governance
- Understands the principles outlined in the GMC document Good Medical Practice
- Understands the requirements of Medical Appraisal and Revalidation
Desirable
- Active involvement in a clinical governance programme
Personal attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values (see appendix)
- Good time management skills
- Good oral communication skills
- Good written communication skills
- The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
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).
