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Junior Clinical Fellow - General Surgery
Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust View all jobs
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Job summary
Join Epsom & St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust as a Junior Clinical Fellow in General Surgery, supporting the delivery of high-quality surgical care across our sites. This 12-month full-time post offers valuable experience in managing acute and elective surgical patients, working within a multidisciplinary team, and developing clinical and procedural skills in a busy NHS environment.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will support the day-to-day management of surgical inpatients, assist in outpatient clinics and operating theatres, and participate in the on-call rota. Responsibilities include assessing and treating patients, contributing to teaching and supervision of junior staff, and engaging in audit and quality improvement activities. The role requires adherence to Trust governance policies and General Medical Council standards, alongside maintaining professional development. Flexibility is essential to meet service needs while contributing to high-quality patient care and team objectives.
About us
St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
Details
Date posted
05 November 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£55,355 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
343-MED-837-B
Job locations
St Helier Hospital
Wrythe Lane
Carshalton
SM5 1AA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for:
Day to day management of surgical inpatients.
Assisting consultants in the outpatient clinics and operating theatres.
Participation in the on call rota and to provide cover in exceptional circumstances for colleagues absence.
Assessment, care and treatment of patients presenting to the specialty and referred to the speciality.
Teaching and training staff in other medical disciplines and mentoring of more junior trainees.
Participation in relevant audit and quality assurance processes.
Abide by the Clinical & Corporate Governance policies of the Trust.
To make sure that the guidance from the General Medical Council on Good Medical Practice is at the centre of your clinical practice.
Keep clinical knowledge up to date by continuous medical education in the best interest of the patient.
Seek regular feedback and follow an appraisal process with clinical and educational supervisors.
Although a timetable will be provided, you will be expected to be flexible, in the interests of patient care and to meet the needs of the department as decided by the general manager and coordinating surgeon.
To maintain the high standards of the department by contributing towards individual and team objectives as appropriate.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for:
Day to day management of surgical inpatients.
Assisting consultants in the outpatient clinics and operating theatres.
Participation in the on call rota and to provide cover in exceptional circumstances for colleagues absence.
Assessment, care and treatment of patients presenting to the specialty and referred to the speciality.
Teaching and training staff in other medical disciplines and mentoring of more junior trainees.
Participation in relevant audit and quality assurance processes.
Abide by the Clinical & Corporate Governance policies of the Trust.
To make sure that the guidance from the General Medical Council on Good Medical Practice is at the centre of your clinical practice.
Keep clinical knowledge up to date by continuous medical education in the best interest of the patient.
Seek regular feedback and follow an appraisal process with clinical and educational supervisors.
Although a timetable will be provided, you will be expected to be flexible, in the interests of patient care and to meet the needs of the department as decided by the general manager and coordinating surgeon.
To maintain the high standards of the department by contributing towards individual and team objectives as appropriate.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full Registration with GMC
- MBBS or equivalent
Desirable
- ALS
Experience
Essential
- Successful completion of FY2 year or equivalent
Desirable
- 12 months or more experience in General Surgery or Urology at FY2 level or higher
Knowledge
Essential
- Broad understanding of Surgery
Desirable
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfil the job requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full Registration with GMC
- MBBS or equivalent
Desirable
- ALS
Experience
Essential
- Successful completion of FY2 year or equivalent
Desirable
- 12 months or more experience in General Surgery or Urology at FY2 level or higher
Knowledge
Essential
- Broad understanding of Surgery
Desirable
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfil the job requirements
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).
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.
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
Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
St Helier Hospital
Wrythe Lane
Carshalton
SM5 1AA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.epsom-sthelier.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
St Helier Hospital
Wrythe Lane
Carshalton
SM5 1AA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.epsom-sthelier.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)