Junior Clinical Fellow in Rheumatology with Medical Education

Junior Clinical Fellow in Rheumatology with Medical Education

The closing date is 09 August 2026.

Job summary
An exciting opportunity has come up for a Junior Clinical Fellow position in the Rheumatology Department at the Peter Maddison Rheumatology Centre at Llandudno Hospital. This role is suitable for doctors who have completed their Internal Medicine training. This is a fixed term 12-month contract (may be extended to 2 years with agreement from both specialty and Medical Education Department) which is intended for those who wish to further consolidate their experience after foundation training, before deciding on their career pathway. This post also provides an opportunity to enhance your CV in preparation for applying to specialty training.

The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.

Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will be expected to fulfil a role as a Junior Clinical Fellow in Rheumatology. The appointee will be supported to: Conduct outpatient clinics, Manage inpatients ward referrals, Manage the Assessment and Therapy infusion patients, Oversee chronic disease management pathways, ensuring high-quality longitudinal care for rheumatology patient. There is no out of hours on call commitment associated with these posts.

About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Details
Date posted: 27 July 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Specialty registrar
Salary: £56,925 to £64,170 a year, per annum, pro rata
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 050-JCF-RHEU-0726
Job locations: Llandudno Hospital, Hospital road, Llandudno, LL301LB, United Kingdom

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• MB ChB or equivalent
• Full Registration with GMC
• MRCP Part 1

Desirable

• MRCP Part 2
• Post-graduate qualification in medical education
• Specialty postgraduate qualification

Clinical Experience
Essential

• Completion of foundation programme (F2)
• The applicant must be familiar with and be able to demonstrate an understanding of the major principles of the GC's Good Medical Practice (2006)
• Clinical Knowledge and skills expected of a doctor at the end of CMT training assessed on interview
• Current ALS certification
• 12 months experience at CT level in General Medicine (not including foundation training)
• 12 months NHS experience (not including clinical attachments)

Desirable

• Two years of post-foundation programme clinical practice
• Experience in Rheumatology

Teaching skills and Personal Qualities
Essential

• Enthusiasm for teaching
• Enthusiasm and skills for working well as a team
• Motivation and the ability to deal effectively with pressure and or challenges.
• Understanding of the principles of equality and diversity.

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience in teaching at undergraduate or postgraduate level

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. 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.

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: Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address: Llandudno Hospital, Hospital road, Llandudno, LL301LB, United Kingdom
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For questions about the job, contact:
Lead Consultant Dr Yasmeen Ahmad
Email: View email address on meeveem.com
Phone: View phone number on meeveem.com

Please note: The above job description is based on the information provided. For complete details, refer to the supporting documents.