Job summary
Urology Substantive Senior Clinical FellowJoin the Urology team at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust as a Senior Clinical Fellow. This full-time substantive post is based at Chelsea Hospital with cross-site on-call duties. The Urology Directorate, part of the Planned Care Division, delivers high-quality, patient-centred care across emergency and elective pathways. Working closely with Charing Cross Hospital, the service offers advanced diagnostics and treatments including one-stop clinics, bipolar transurethral prostatectomy, and holmium laser surgery. The role supports both inpatient and outpatient services and contributes to innovative care models.
Main duties of the job
- Participate in theatre sessions, including laser and bipolar procedures
- Run outpatient clinics such as cystoscopy and general urology
- Conduct ward rounds and support emergency urology work
- Take part in cross-site on-call rota (1:9 evenings, 1:5 days)
- Attend weekly academic teaching, MDTs, and audit sessions
- Supervise and teach junior doctors and medical students
- Contribute to service development, research, and clinical audits
- Maintain accurate records and uphold Trust policies
- Coordinate leave with the Clinical Lead to support patient bookings
- Engage in flexible working to meet service needs
- Collaborate with consultants, CNSs, and management teams
- Support delivery of Trust and national targets, including RTT
- Participate in administrative duties and clinical governance activities
About us
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.
We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed."
If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.
Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post offers development opportunities equivalent to SpRs, including study leave and budget. The job plan includes clinics, diagnostics, theatres, and admin time, finalised with the Clinical Lead and Service Manager. The successful candidate must demonstrate flexibility, teamwork, and commitment to Trust targets. Essential qualifications include MRCS and full GMC registration, with experience in emergency urology procedures and independent cystoscopy. Desirable attributes include FRCS, NHS management training, and being a driver with own transport. All duties must align with Trust policy and be performed under appropriate supervision.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post offers development opportunities equivalent to SpRs, including study leave and budget. The job plan includes clinics, diagnostics, theatres, and admin time, finalised with the Clinical Lead and Service Manager. The successful candidate must demonstrate flexibility, teamwork, and commitment to Trust targets. Essential qualifications include MRCS and full GMC registration, with experience in emergency urology procedures and independent cystoscopy. Desirable attributes include FRCS, NHS management training, and being a driver with own transport. All duties must align with Trust policy and be performed under appropriate supervision.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- MRCS
- Full GMC registration
- General Professional training
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Substantial full-time hospital service in the SHO or a higher grade since first obtaining full or limited registration
- Emergency work experience that would include scrotal surgery and JJ stent insertions
- Ability to perform flexible cystoscopies independently
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to teach and keep up with knowledge and development
- Experience of audit and research
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- MRCS
- Full GMC registration
- General Professional training
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Substantial full-time hospital service in the SHO or a higher grade since first obtaining full or limited registration
- Emergency work experience that would include scrotal surgery and JJ stent insertions
- Ability to perform flexible cystoscopies independently
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to teach and keep up with knowledge and development
- Experience of audit and research
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).