Role Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital for a motivated and enthusiastic Post-CCT Fellow in Emergency Medicine. This 12-month fixed-term role is ideal for newly qualified consultants (or those approaching CCT) who wish to gain further experience in clinical leadership, education, quality improvement, and sustainability within the Emergency Department.
This fellowship is offered at 0.7 WTE (Less Than Full Time), with 75% clinical and 25% non-clinical time. Clinical work will be paid at the standard rate with appropriate enhancements for out-of-hours shifts.
About the Role
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role
Clinical Duties (75%)
- Provide senior decision-making and leadership across all clinical areas of the Emergency Department.
- Participate in the departmental rota.
- Contribute to safe and effective care delivery in the department.
Non-Clinical Duties (25%)
Governance & Quality Improvement
- Lead and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
- Engage in departmental clinical governance activities, including audit and incident review.
- Contribute to the development and expansion of the GreenED sustainability programme.
Education
- Contribute to departmental education and teaching programmes.
- Support and run simulation training
- Provide clinical supervision for junior doctors, ACPs, PAs, and other learners.
About Us
Working for Your Organisation
- Opportunity to develop a professional portfolio for future consultant roles.
- Supportive environment for project work and professional development.
- Paid study leave and access to study budget for relevant professional courses (including time to instruct on life support courses and other relevant commitments).
- Flexibility to combine the role with other clinical or academic interests.
Person Specification
- Qualifications
- CCT (or CESR-CP equivalent) in Emergency Medicine by start date. (Essential)
- GMC registration with licence to practise. (Essential)
Experience
- You must have a minimum of 12 months experience within the NHS Emergency Medicine – those without this need not apply.
- Broad experience in Emergency Medicine with recent senior clinical exposure. (Essential)
- Experience in quality improvement or clinical governance. (Desirable)
- Experience in teaching or simulation-based education. (Desirable)
Skills and Attributes
- Ability to work independently and lead clinical teams.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Interest in service development, sustainability, or education
Working Pattern: 28 hours
Interview Date: To be confirmed
For further information please contact: Emma Dearing, Emergency Department Rota Co-ordinator - emma.dearing@nhs.net
This is a fixed term contract for 12 months.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 34 days plus bank holidays depending on grade and years of service.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
- Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
