Job summary
Do you have broad-based General Internal Medicine (GIM) training and are interested in developing a career in Stroke Rehabilitation,Neurology or Neurologically-focused Rehabilitation Medicine?
Wirral University Teaching NHS Trust are inviting applications for the position of Clinical Fellow within our Stroke and Neuro-Rehabilitation unit at Clatterbridge Rehabilitation Centre (CRC). While prior experience in Stroke, Neurology, or Rehabilitation is desirable, it is not essential. We welcome all applicants who are motivated to pursue a career in these fields and are eager to develop professionally in a supportive and dynamic environment.
Main duties of the job
- Ward-Based Care: Provide regular middle grade clinical opinions for stroke, neuro-rehabilitation and internal medicine/elderly medicine inpatients.
- Clinical Development: Opportunities to attend regular training sessions and outpatient clinics to further your clinical knowledge and expertise.
- Personal Development: Time allocated for personal development, quality improvement projects, and other academic research/education interests.
- Teamwork: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including therapists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, to provide holistic care to patients, and engage in multi-professional learning and feedback.
About us
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.
Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.
We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.
We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.
The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for further information about the Clinical Fellow position available at WUTH
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for further information about the Clinical Fellow position available at WUTH
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with the General Medical Council.
- Completion of Foundation Training in the UK
Desirable
- Completion of part or all of MRCP or an alternative post graduate examination.
- Post foundation experience in Medicine or Critical Care
Quality Improvement
Essential
- Proven experience of Quality Improvement.
Life Support
Essential
Desirable
- ALS Instructor status on the generic instructor's course
Communication
Essential
- The ability to communicate and liaise effectively, both verbally and in writing, with patients and colleagues.
Team Work
Essential
- Able to demonstrate ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
Teaching
Essential
Desirable
- Formal training or qualification in medical education.
IT skills
Essential
- Skilled in the use of Office and other IT packages.
Desirable
- Previous experience of developing bespoke IT solutions to enhance patient care.
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with the General Medical Council.
- Completion of Foundation Training in the UK
Desirable
- Completion of part or all of MRCP or an alternative post graduate examination.
- Post foundation experience in Medicine or Critical Care
Quality Improvement
Essential
- Proven experience of Quality Improvement.
Life Support
Essential
Desirable
- ALS Instructor status on the generic instructor's course
Communication
Essential
- The ability to communicate and liaise effectively, both verbally and in writing, with patients and colleagues.
Team Work
Essential
- Able to demonstrate ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
Teaching
Essential
Desirable
- Formal training or qualification in medical education.
IT skills
Essential
- Skilled in the use of Office and other IT packages.
Desirable
- Previous experience of developing bespoke IT solutions to enhance patient care.
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).
