The London Clinic

Resident ITU Fellow - FTC

The closing date is 29 July 2025

Job summary

* To carry and respond to the bleep at all times. * To manage each patient in conjunction with a named consultant, and to implement the guidelines laid down by the ICU Consultant advisor to ensure that all critically ill patients receive the highest standard of medical care. * To provide support to the clinical assistants and ward staff on immediate care to ensure that very sick patients have appropriate assessment and treatment and in the absence of the admitting consultant, to transfer to

Main duties of the job

* To provide support and work closely with all medical, nursing and other appropriate staff to facilitate the excellent standard of care given to critically sick patients at The London Clinic. * To review all patients on the critical care units at least three times per day and to undertake rounds with the consultants. * To provide emergency care for severely deteriorating patients likely to require high dependency critical care, pending the arrival / input of the designated consultant and / or the identification and involvement of the consultant anaesthetist / intensivist. * To keep all consultants informed in changes in critical patient's condition and to agree and action any new treatment. * To ensure all records are efficiently and accurately set up maintained and utilised, including manual and computerised records for reporting and audit procedures

About us

Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest private hospitals, with 8 state-of-the-art facilities located in the heart of London's medical community around Harley Street. We have circa 1350 employees, and we are dedicated to providing our patients with expert, individualised treatment and care. We cover a comprehensive range of services, including complex medical and surgical procedures plus a range of cancer services. The London Clinic has a supportive and warm working culture where your contribution is valued, and you can help us deliver our three core values of "We go further", "We work as one" and "We personalise care."

Details

Date posted

09 July 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

REQ100142

Job locations

20 Devonshire Place

West End

W1G 6BW


Job description

Job responsibilities

Join our specialist Critical Care team at one of the UK's most prestigious independent hospitals. We're looking for a capable and clinically confident Intensive Care Fellow to help us deliver outstanding care to a diverse group of high-acuity patients in a complex and fast-paced ICU setting. About us: The London Clinic is a leading private hospital with a reputation for clinical excellence and personalised care. We're located in the heart of Marylebone, with eight sites across central London. Our main hospital includes advanced theatres, modern diagnostic facilities and one of the most sophisticated intensive care units in the independent sector. We care for a wide range of complex surgical and medical patients, including oncology, gastrointestinal, and orthopaedic cases. Our ICU is consultant-led and nurse-intensive, supported by experienced fellows and a specialist outreach team. You'll be joining a high-functioning department that places safety, compassion and teamwork at the centre of everything we do. Location: The London Clinic, 20 Devonshire Place, Marylebone, London Contract: Fixed-Term (12 months), Full-time Hours: 44 hours per week Salary: Competitive Benefits package:

  • Contributory pension scheme (total annual contribution up to 20%)
  • Private Medical Healthcare. 33 day's annual leave (Inclusive of bank holidays).
  • Season ticket travel loan, family friendly benefits, and a wide range of discounts with a variety of retailers/services, plus much more.
  • We also offer excellent career development; with clear career pathways and access to further education.
  • About the Role As an Intensive Care Fellow, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day medical care of critically ill patients, working alongside our ICU consultants and senior nursing staff. You'll assess deteriorating patients across the hospital, support emergency calls, and ensure continuity of care during your shifts. Key responsibilities include:
  • Reviewing ICU patients at least three times daily and attending consultant-led rounds
  • Leading the emergency medical response for deteriorating or at-risk patients across the hospital
  • Acting as second responder to cardiac arrest calls (the crash bleep is held by the RMO)
  • Supporting the Outreach team and facilitating safe patient transfers
  • Providing support to clinical assistants and nursing teams on wards
  • Maintaining accurate documentation and contributing to clinical audits, morbidity reviews and local guidelines
  • Assisting with anaesthetics and emergency care in theatre where appropriate to your skillset
  • Actively participating in clinical governance, handovers, and medical teaching
  • Skills and Experience: We're looking for a confident ICU doctor who is committed to excellence in acute care, with the ability to work well independently and as part of a team. Essential:
  • Full GMC registration and MBBS (or equivalent)
  • Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience, including:
  • 12 months in intensive care
  • 6 months in anaesthetics or proven airway management competencies
  • ALS certification (PILS/APLS is desirable)
  • Strong skills in intubation, line insertion, emergency airway management, and mechanical ventilation
  • Excellent communication, clinical judgement and organisational skills
  • Desirable:
  • FRCA/MRCP
  • Qualification in care of the critically ill
  • Experience in isolated site anaesthesia or inter-hospital transfer
  • Involvement in clinical research or publication
  • Why Join Us? The London Clinic is a leading independent hospital, known for delivering complex, patient-centred care in a safe and modern environment. You'll work alongside expert consultants, specialist nurses, and a committed multidisciplinary team, with access to continuous training and professional development. Our ICU is equipped with cutting-edge technology and supports a wide variety of medical and surgical cases, offering a diverse and rewarding experience for Fellows. The London Clinic has charitable status which is fundamental to our identity and how we operate, enabling our teams to invest in treatments, technology and facilities that benefit our patients, staff and the wider community. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team. The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    Join our specialist Critical Care team at one of the UK's most prestigious independent hospitals. We're looking for a capable and clinically confident Intensive Care Fellow to help us deliver outstanding care to a diverse group of high-acuity patients in a complex and fast-paced ICU setting. About us: The London Clinic is a leading private hospital with a reputation for clinical excellence and personalised care. We're located in the heart of Marylebone, with eight sites across central London. Our main hospital includes advanced theatres, modern diagnostic facilities and one of the most sophisticated intensive care units in the independent sector. We care for a wide range of complex surgical and medical patients, including oncology, gastrointestinal, and orthopaedic cases. Our ICU is consultant-led and nurse-intensive, supported by experienced fellows and a specialist outreach team. You'll be joining a high-functioning department that places safety, compassion and teamwork at the centre of everything we do. Location: The London Clinic, 20 Devonshire Place, Marylebone, London Contract: Fixed-Term (12 months), Full-time Hours: 44 hours per week Salary: Competitive Benefits package:

  • Contributory pension scheme (total annual contribution up to 20%)
  • Private Medical Healthcare. 33 day's annual leave (Inclusive of bank holidays).
  • Season ticket travel loan, family friendly benefits, and a wide range of discounts with a variety of retailers/services, plus much more.
  • We also offer excellent career development; with clear career pathways and access to further education.
  • About the Role As an Intensive Care Fellow, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day medical care of critically ill patients, working alongside our ICU consultants and senior nursing staff. You'll assess deteriorating patients across the hospital, support emergency calls, and ensure continuity of care during your shifts. Key responsibilities include:
  • Reviewing ICU patients at least three times daily and attending consultant-led rounds
  • Leading the emergency medical response for deteriorating or at-risk patients across the hospital
  • Acting as second responder to cardiac arrest calls (the crash bleep is held by the RMO)
  • Supporting the Outreach team and facilitating safe patient transfers
  • Providing support to clinical assistants and nursing teams on wards
  • Maintaining accurate documentation and contributing to clinical audits, morbidity reviews and local guidelines
  • Assisting with anaesthetics and emergency care in theatre where appropriate to your skillset
  • Actively participating in clinical governance, handovers, and medical teaching
  • Skills and Experience: We're looking for a confident ICU doctor who is committed to excellence in acute care, with the ability to work well independently and as part of a team. Essential:
  • Full GMC registration and MBBS (or equivalent)
  • Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience, including:
  • 12 months in intensive care
  • 6 months in anaesthetics or proven airway management competencies
  • ALS certification (PILS/APLS is desirable)
  • Strong skills in intubation, line insertion, emergency airway management, and mechanical ventilation
  • Excellent communication, clinical judgement and organisational skills
  • Desirable:
  • FRCA/MRCP
  • Qualification in care of the critically ill
  • Experience in isolated site anaesthesia or inter-hospital transfer
  • Involvement in clinical research or publication
  • Why Join Us? The London Clinic is a leading independent hospital, known for delivering complex, patient-centred care in a safe and modern environment. You'll work alongside expert consultants, specialist nurses, and a committed multidisciplinary team, with access to continuous training and professional development. Our ICU is equipped with cutting-edge technology and supports a wide variety of medical and surgical cases, offering a diverse and rewarding experience for Fellows. The London Clinic has charitable status which is fundamental to our identity and how we operate, enabling our teams to invest in treatments, technology and facilities that benefit our patients, staff and the wider community. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team. The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • * GMC registration
    • * MBBS or equivalent.
    • * Advanced Adult Life Support.
    • * ALS / PILS (Training will be given on site)
    • * Evidence of appraisals
    • *

    Experience

    Essential

    • Minimum of three years post qualification medical/surgical.
    • * Minimum of twelve months intensive care experience
    • * Minimum six months anaesthetic experience or airway logbook and competencies if non-anaesthetic training.
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • * GMC registration
    • * MBBS or equivalent.
    • * Advanced Adult Life Support.
    • * ALS / PILS (Training will be given on site)
    • * Evidence of appraisals
    • *

    Experience

    Essential

    • Minimum of three years post qualification medical/surgical.
    • * Minimum of twelve months intensive care experience
    • * Minimum six months anaesthetic experience or airway logbook and competencies if non-anaesthetic training.

    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

    The London Clinic

    Address

    20 Devonshire Place

    West End

    W1G 6BW


    Employer's website

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

    Employer details

    Employer name

    The London Clinic

    Address

    20 Devonshire Place

    West End

    W1G 6BW


    Employer's website

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

    Employer contact details

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Resourcing Business Partner

    Mita Vadgama

    M.Vadgama@thelondonclinic.co.uk

    Details

    Date posted

    09 July 2025

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    Depending on experience

    Contract

    Fixed term

    Duration

    12 months

    Working pattern

    Full-time

    Reference number

    REQ100142

    Job locations

    20 Devonshire Place

    West End

    W1G 6BW


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