Job summary
We are seeking to appoint a registrar doctor (ie with full MRCP) to join our team in Acute Medicine at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust for a fixed-term 6-month appointment, starting February 2026.This post offers specialist experience in acute medicine combined with substantial training opportunities. The clinical work includes both day and night shifts working on the acute medical take alongside another medical registrar, as well as experience in the Acute Medicine Unit (AMU), ambulatory care and on cardiology ward rounds. There is also substantial self-development time (SDT) built into the work schedule (roughly 1 week in every 8).Our department consistently receives excellent feedback from our trainees in the yearly GMC survey. We are committed to providing the best possible training and clinical experience to all our doctors, whether in training posts, or locally employed doctors on fixed-term contracts.
Main duties of the job
This is a registrar-level role, and is thus suitable for doctors at training grade of ST3 and above. The appointed doctor will become a core member of the Acute Medicine team.The work schedule runs on a repeating 8 week cycle (available in the job description), which includes on call duties: weekends, evenings and night shifts. All appointed fellows will be supported by a named educational supervisor, and by the clinical Consultant for the day.On AMU, they will review in-patients independently and formulate management plans, and discuss all cases with the Consultant. They will be expected to take on a training role to more junior resident doctor staff.In SDEC (Ambulatory Care), they will review patients with urgent clinical needs and engage in safe discharge and follow up planning.During the scheduled Self-Directed Time (SDT), this is time for appropriate Continuing Professional Development (CPD). This can be undertaken on site or by working from home.
This post is not formally recognised for training but applicants may wish to keep a portfolio during their fellowship that can be used as evidence of 6 months experience in acute/general medicine. Also, applicants holding a National Training Number (NTN) can apply for OOP using the recognised approval processes. The role is also open to applicants both with and without an NTN.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Please note, due to anticipated high volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Please note, due to anticipated high volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/ Training
Essential
- Medical Degree
- Completion of Internal Medical Training/ACCS training, or equivalent, and able to work at level of medical registrar
- Full GMC Registration. NB: Non-UK trained doctors must be on the GMC register by date of appointment (having completed both PLAB1 and PLAB2).
- Valid ALS certificate or equivalent
Desirable
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels
- Ability to teach and facilitate in a multiprofessional setting
- Interest in developing skills in medical education
- Ability to assess acutely ill patients
Experience
Essential
- Familiarity with acute/general medicine
- Experience in working with MDTs and engaging in discharge planning
Desirable
- Experience of teaching formally and informally
- Evidence of innovation in the development and delivery audit/quality improvement work
Personal qualities
Essential
- Commitment to education and training
- Ability to multi-task effectively on a number of projects simultaneously
- A highly organised approach and the ability to prioritise effectively
- A flexible approach, good leadership and communication skills
- Teamworking abilities
- Ability to work under pressure
- Able to consider problems, seek advice and support from others, take decisions, and propose and implement solutions
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/ Training
Essential
- Medical Degree
- Completion of Internal Medical Training/ACCS training, or equivalent, and able to work at level of medical registrar
- Full GMC Registration. NB: Non-UK trained doctors must be on the GMC register by date of appointment (having completed both PLAB1 and PLAB2).
- Valid ALS certificate or equivalent
Desirable
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels
- Ability to teach and facilitate in a multiprofessional setting
- Interest in developing skills in medical education
- Ability to assess acutely ill patients
Experience
Essential
- Familiarity with acute/general medicine
- Experience in working with MDTs and engaging in discharge planning
Desirable
- Experience of teaching formally and informally
- Evidence of innovation in the development and delivery audit/quality improvement work
Personal qualities
Essential
- Commitment to education and training
- Ability to multi-task effectively on a number of projects simultaneously
- A highly organised approach and the ability to prioritise effectively
- A flexible approach, good leadership and communication skills
- Teamworking abilities
- Ability to work under pressure
- Able to consider problems, seek advice and support from others, take decisions, and propose and implement solutions
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College London Hospital
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
