Junior Clinical Fellow - Liver Medicine

Job summary

This Junior Clinical Fellow (JCF) post has been designed to provide liver clinical training after the Foundation years with the aim of increasing clinical exposure to medicine. It would be suitable for trainees in General Internal Medicine who are considering a career in Gastroenterology or Hepatology. The JCF will be rotated through Liver medicine firms and will be exposed to a wide variety of advanced clinical procedures, in a busy tertiary hospital. This post offers numerous opportunities to develop clinically as well as to perform research and implement quality improvement projects where desired. During the year the main focuses of the JCF will be to work in the Liver Unit delivering a high-quality service. He or she will work with the team to participate in the day to day running of the wards and to be involved in outpatient clinics. He or she will be expected to conduct audits and participate in learning opportunities to develop the individual to a more senior level by the end of the rotations. Support will be given to individuals who wish to perform clinical research and to present at national and international meetings.

Main duties of the job

• Part of a rota shared by 10 junior clinical fellow level or equivalent, providing a timetable of fixed clinical commitments determined by clinical training needs and service requirements.
• Primarily clinical commitments are ward-based and involve rotating between blocks of general hepatology, pretransplant assessment, and post-transplant management.
• The rota also includes twilight and night shifts where the doctor will be fully supported by a specialist registrar and Consultant on call.
• The post holder accepts they will also perform duties in occasional emergencies at the request of the appropriate consultant.
• Medical clearance and in some circumstances examination is required prior to appointment.

About us

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people. King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Registration Essential

• Full registration with GMC and understanding of the importance of good medical practice
• Registerable medical qualification

Desirable

• MRCP or equivalent
• Active involvement in CPD

Training and Experience Essential

• Completed at least house jobs /Foundation Year Training with appropriate periods spent in acute medicine

Desirable

• Previous experience of General Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology & liver medicine

Additional Information

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required. 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. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

Employer name: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
Address: King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London, SE5 9RS
Employer's website: https://www.kch.nhs.uk/

Contact for job

Lead Consultant: Abid Suddle, email: [contact hidden]