Job summary
Interviews are scheduled to take place on 15th August 2025
We are proud to offer a range of exciting opportunities for motivated doctors with an interest in Elderly Care, Frailty or General Internal Medicine. These posts offer development of knowledge and skills within a large acute teaching hospital and a 12-month fix-term contract.
As a Senior Clinical Fellow you will participate in a rota which will give you experience on the geriatric wards including the care of geriatric and general medical patients. You will be part of a Consultant led team of junior doctors and help lead and participate in ward rounds and board rounds. There will be the opportunity to actively support the Frailty SDEC service and Frailty Short Stay Ward. You will also participate in the general medical SPR on-call rota.
Successful applicants will need 2 years' experience within acute or general medicine post-foundation training. Doctors previously fulfilling these roles have been: trust grade doctors, those considering a change in specialty, and medical trainees completing OOPEs. The posts may also appeal to GPs wishing to develop a special interest. Our senior clinical fellows are a hugely valued group who work closely with the consultant body in all areas of our specialty.
N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date if we receive a high volume of applications or if there has been a change in organisational priorities.
Main duties of the job
Clinical
- Take ongoing responsibility for patients under his/her care
- The appointees will be required to work with colleagues to deliver Elderly Care within University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
- The appointees will be required to contribute to Undergraduate and Postgraduate Medical Education within University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust.
- Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with medical colleagues in other specialities and participate in regular clinical meetings and other post graduate activities.
- Participate in the on-call rota on an equal basis with colleagues to ensure that appropriate emergency services are provided out-of-normal working hours. This includes providing senior support as part of the GIM rota, covering the hospital both in and out of hours.
- Leading the Cardiac Arrest team as part of GIM on-call duties and ensuring ALS qualification is up to date.
- Develop and maintain good communications with General Practitioners and appropriate external agencies.
- Demonstrate a firm involvement in Clinical Governance, Risk Management and Clinical Audit - this will include the development and maintenance of appropriate systems and practices to ensure continued safe clinical practice.
For further details please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare.
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.
There has never been a better time to join our team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Management and Administrative
Undertake administrative duties associated with the care of their patients and the running of clinical areas. This will include writing discharge letters, results letters and referral letters.
Lead and manage the team through adaptable, visible and modest leadership to ensure a committed approach is achieved. Standards will need to be driven by improvements with clear and explicit direction, encouraging constructive feedback and challenge from those involved.
Produce and support solution-focused decisions based on fact and not anecdote through recognising the value of involving different professional contributions, applying your knowledge appropriately.
Delegate tasks effectively and appropriately with realistic expectations of others.
Comply with Health and safety policies and procedures.
Clinical Audit and Governance
The post holder will have an objective team approach to and participation in the specialties efforts to monitor and improve standards and critical incident whilst actively supporting evidence-based guideline implementation.
Teaching
The post holder will be required to participate fully in the education and training of medical students, trainee doctors, paramedical, nursing and other appropriate staff. Providing honest and constructive feedback in a supportive learning environment, teaching by example and encourage trainees to be curious.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Management and Administrative
Undertake administrative duties associated with the care of their patients and the running of clinical areas. This will include writing discharge letters, results letters and referral letters.
Lead and manage the team through adaptable, visible and modest leadership to ensure a committed approach is achieved. Standards will need to be driven by improvements with clear and explicit direction, encouraging constructive feedback and challenge from those involved.
Produce and support solution-focused decisions based on fact and not anecdote through recognising the value of involving different professional contributions, applying your knowledge appropriately.
Delegate tasks effectively and appropriately with realistic expectations of others.
Comply with Health and safety policies and procedures.
Clinical Audit and Governance
The post holder will have an objective team approach to and participation in the specialties efforts to monitor and improve standards and critical incident whilst actively supporting evidence-based guideline implementation.
Teaching
The post holder will be required to participate fully in the education and training of medical students, trainee doctors, paramedical, nursing and other appropriate staff. Providing honest and constructive feedback in a supportive learning environment, teaching by example and encourage trainees to be curious.
Person Specification
Qualification/ Training
Essential
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Skills & Abilities
Essential
Personal Qualities
Essential
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
Person Specification
Qualification/ Training
Essential
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Skills & Abilities
Essential
Personal Qualities
Essential
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
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).
