Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Junior Clinical Fellow Cardiology

The closing date is 01 May 2026

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to appoint to a junior clinical fellow post withinCardiology. The successful candidate will gain experience working on the Cardiologyward.The post will be for 12 months, with the possibility of extension thereafter, and willinclude general medical rota experience.The successful candidate will work within a well-led environment, committed tosupporting on-going professional development. This post is ideal for those who:Have completed foundation trainingAre making the transition from core to specialist training and seekingto consolidate knowledge and experienceHave not previously worked in the NHS and seek an introduction to medicine at specialty trainee level equivalent.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will be supported by an experienced and dynamic team of consultants.A typical day when working with a team of ward based doctors would involve:Attending an MDT board round to talk about patient progress and toaid discharge planningTaking part in, and leading as appropriate, the ward round, helping it to runsmoothly.Solving problems as they arise on the wardReviewing and acting on investigation resultsCommunicating with patients and their familiesAttending a de-brief to update senior team members on progress in patient care

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Details

Date posted

17 April 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£52,656 a year Per annum including London weighting

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

391-RFL-7902976

Job locations

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

Hampstead

NW3 2QG


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Person Specification

Academic Skills

Essential

  • Involvement In Teaching Students,Postgraduates And Other Professionals
  • Understanding The Basic Principles Of Audit And Clinical Risk Management, Evidence Based Practice,Patient Safety and Patient Initiatives
  • Understanding of clinical governance
  • Fluency in English
  • Computer Literacy
  • Good Communication skills

Education and professional Qualifications

Essential

  • GMC Registration
  • Additional qualifications eg Msc Or Equivalent
  • MMBS Or Equivalent Degree

Desirable

  • MRCP (UK) Or Equivalent

Royal Free World Class Values

Essential

  • Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Experience

Essential

  • At least 2 Years Clinical Experience

Desirable

  • Experience In CT/ST1 Of Managing Patients Within Acute Medical Specialties
Person Specification

Academic Skills

Essential

  • Involvement In Teaching Students,Postgraduates And Other Professionals
  • Understanding The Basic Principles Of Audit And Clinical Risk Management, Evidence Based Practice,Patient Safety and Patient Initiatives
  • Understanding of clinical governance
  • Fluency in English
  • Computer Literacy
  • Good Communication skills

Education and professional Qualifications

Essential

  • GMC Registration
  • Additional qualifications eg Msc Or Equivalent
  • MMBS Or Equivalent Degree

Desirable

  • MRCP (UK) Or Equivalent

Royal Free World Class Values

Essential

  • Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Experience

Essential

  • At least 2 Years Clinical Experience

Desirable

  • Experience In CT/ST1 Of Managing Patients Within Acute Medical Specialties

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

Hampstead

NW3 2QG


Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

Hampstead

NW3 2QG


Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Cardiologist

Luciano Candilio

luciano.candilio@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

17 April 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£52,656 a year Per annum including London weighting

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

391-RFL-7902976

Job locations

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

Hampstead

NW3 2QG


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