About this role
Job summary
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Medical & Dental Recruitment
Full Time - Senior Clinical Fellow in General Medicine
Royal Gwent Hospital, Newport
Duration: 12 Months with potential extension
Anticipated Start Date: August 2026
"These are the current applicable pay scales; however, these may change upon implementation of the framework agreement for reform to the terms and conditions of service for resident doctors and dentists in Wales. Further details can be found at BMA+-+Framework+Agreement+Wales."
Main duties of the job
The post involves working at the Royal Gwent Hospital site and providing active medical input to patients admitted through the Acute Medical Unit to one of the in-patient wards. The post holder will be trained in the assessment and management of medical, psychological and social health of patients presenting to a General Internal Medical Intake.
The expectation of the role is to provide middle grade support as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a 30 bedded sub-speciality ward. The post holder will carry out independent ward rounds in addition to participating in consultant led ward rounds. You will participate in a rotational programme to experience all clinical aspects of medicine within the Royal Gwent Hospital and supported to meet individual training needs.
The post holder will be expected to participate in the senior on call rota which is currently 1:10 working both days and nights. You will be expected to take charge of the medical intake and on-call team in the absence of a site-based consultant. On average there are about 30-40 acute admissions per day through the AMU with a well-established front door model for Acute Medicine and Elderly Frail Medicine. The AMU is comprised of approx. 24 trolleys /beds, which the post holder will be covering when on call.
About us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 15,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.
We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.
Job description Job responsibilities
This position involves Regulated Activity with adults as defined by the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act (amended by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012) and the following checks will be undertaken following any conditional offer:
Enhanced check with barred list information, including
- an adults barred list check
Applicants must hold or be eligible to hold full registration and a licence to practice with the GMC/GDC.
Free parking is available across all Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Sites.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
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Desirable
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Qualifications Essential
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Skills & Abilities Essential
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Personal Attributes Essential
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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 Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Address Royal Gwent Hospital
Cardiff Road
Newport
NP20 2UB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://abuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)