About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated doctor to join the Department of Geriatric Medicine at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) as a Clinical Fellow at IMT3/ST3-equivalent level for six months, commencing in February 2027.
This post offers excellent clinical experience in geriatric and general internal medicine within a leading teaching hospital in central London.
The successful candidate will work within a supportive multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality care to older patients with complex medical conditions, frailty and multiple comorbidities.
The position is particularly suitable for doctors who have completed Internal Medicine Training or equivalent and wish to consolidate their medical registrar-level skills while gaining further experience in geriatric medicine.
There will also be opportunities to participate in teaching, clinical governance, quality improvement and professional development.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will:o Provide comprehensive inpatient care for older patients with acute and complex medical conditions.o Participate in consultant-led ward rounds, multidisciplinary team meetings and discharge planning.o Assess and manage acutely unwell patients, including participation in the general medical on-call rota.o Work collaboratively with nursing staff, therapists, specialist nurses and other clinical teams to deliver safe, effective and patient-centred care.o Develop experience in the management of frailty, delirium, dementia, falls, multimorbidity and other geriatric syndromes.o Maintain accurate clinical documentation and communicate effectively with patients, relatives and healthcare professionals.o Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate medical teaching.o Participate in departmental educational meetings, clinical governance, audit and quality improvement activities.o Engage in regular educational supervision and develop an individual professional development plan.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
About the departmentThe Department of Geriatric Medicine at UCLH provides comprehensive care for older patients across acute and specialist hospital services. The department works closely with acute medicine, orthopaedics, surgical specialties, rehabilitation services and community healthcare teams. Clinical activities include acute geriatric assessment, inpatient care, orthogeriatric and surgical liaison services, falls assessment and multidisciplinary management of patients with complex healthcare needs. The successful candidate will gain valuable experience working alongside experienced consultants, registrars, junior doctors and allied healthcare professionals.
Education and professional developmentUCLH is committed to providing high-quality medical education and supporting the professional development of its doctors. The successful candidate will be allocated a named consultant educational supervisor and encouraged to participate in departmental teaching, clinical learning activities, audit and quality improvement. The post provides an excellent opportunity to strengthen clinical decision-making, leadership, communication and multidisciplinary working skills in preparation for further specialty training or career progression.
About UCLHUniversity College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's leading academic healthcare organisations, providing specialist and acute services to a diverse patient population. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education and world-class research.We are committed to our core values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, and welcome applications from candidates who share these values.UCLH is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to providing a supportive working environment for all staff. Working arrangementsThe post is based at University College Hospital, with duties across geriatric medicine inpatient services and participation in the general medical rota, including out-of-hours and weekend commitments.
The final work schedule contracted hours and salary enhancements will be confirmed by the Medical Workforce Team. How to applyInterested candidates should apply through the official UCLH recruitment process once the vacancy is published. Applications will be assessed against the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the accompanying job description and person specification
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
- UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS MRCP Part 2 written
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise IMT2 OR
- equivalent clinical competencies appropriate for IMT3-level practice
Experience
Essential
- Experience managing acutely unwell adult medical patients
- Experience in General Internal Medicine or equivalent inpatient medical care
- Ability to assess and manage complex patients under appropriate senior supervision
Desirable
- Experience working within multidisciplinary clinical teams
- Experience in Geriatric Medicine, frailty or rehabilitation services
- Participation in audit or quality improvement activities
- Experience teaching medical students or junior doctors
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to assess, investigate and manage acute medical presentations
- Sound clinical judgement and recognition of deteriorating patients
- Ability to prioritise workload and manage competing clinical demand
- Safe prescribing and appropriate interpretation of investigations
- Ability to perform clinical procedures appropriate to demonstrated competence
- Ability to support and supervise junior colleagues appropriately
Desirable
- Understanding of comprehensive geriatric assessment
Values
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving
- Demonstrates commitment to UCLH values: Safety, Kindness, Teamwork and Improving
- Treats patients, carers and colleagues with dignity, compassion and respect
- Demonstrates professional integrity, accountability and commitment to patient safety
Communication
Essential
- Effective verbal and written communication with patients and healthcare professionals
- Ability to explain complex medical information clearly and sensitively
- Ability to communicate effectively during clinical handovers
Desirable
- Ability to contribute to multidisciplinary discussions and shared decision-making
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Commitment to continuing professional development and reflective practice
- Ability to work independently within competence and seek support appropriately
- Willingness to provide clinical teaching and support to junior colleagues
- Ability to receive feedback and implement learning
Essential
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Demonstrable understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion in healthcare
- Awareness of NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and Public Sector Equality Duty
- Ability to deliver equitable, culturally sensitive and person-centred care
- Commitment to challenging discrimination and promoting an inclusive working environment
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Commitment to continuing professional development and reflective practice
- Ability to work independently within competence and seek support appropriately
- Willingness to provide clinical teaching and support to junior colleagues
- Ability to receive feedback and implement learning
Desirable
- Experience in formal teaching, mentoring or educational activities
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
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College London Hospitals
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)