Clinical Fellow (ST1 Equivalent) Emergency Medicine

The Clinical Fellow will:

• To examine, investigate and carry out the emergency management of patients who present to the Emergency Department within the timescale of the emergency care target.


• To assist in the ongoing management and participate in the discharge processes of patients admitted on the ED observation unit.


• Follow agreed Department and Trust protocols, and provide best possible care to patients.


• Maintain accurate documentation of the patients' history, assessment and treatment plan.


• Provide computerised discharge GP letter to every patient on completion of treatment.


• Participate in clinical governance activities and service improvement projects (including diagnostic test result reviews and recalls, and audit). This includes sharing the learning from incidents and complaints, reporting safety issues and contributing to quality improvement initiatives.


Participate in the organisation and delivery of teaching/training sessions for ED staff and support the training of medical students and trainee PAs within the ED.

This post is for Clinical Fellow (ST1 equivalent) in Emergency Medicine.

It would be suitable for doctors who have completed Foundation Training (or equivalent) and are seeking further experience in Emergency Medicine.

Our Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Travel between hospital sites may be required.

We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.


• wish to pursue a career in Emergency Medicine (EM)


• seeking NHS experience


• looking for an opportunity to consolidate their skills and complete a Certificate of Readiness to Enter Specialty Training (CREST form).


Successful candidates will be offered an initial 12 month post with the possibility of annual extension and progression.