Junior Clinical Fellow in General Medicine

Job summary
This post is to start in September 2026.

These fixed term posts have been created to provide additional cover of the medical specialties' rotas on a long-term basis. The posts will mirror UK junior doctor training and there will be provision to extend with a rotational pattern based on service requirements. The team may extend thereafter based on service requirements.

The Trust is looking to appoint Junior Clinical Fellows within General Medicine on a 4 months fixed term rotational basis; you will have the opportunity to gain invaluable clinical experience by rotating within numerous medical specialties that may include; General Internal Medicine, Geriatrics, Cardiology, Respiratory, Infectious diseases, Gastroenterology, Oncology, Haematology, Rheumatology, Acute Medicine, Endocrinology and Renal Medicine.

N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date if we receive a high volume of applications or if there has been a change in organisational priorities.

Main duties of the job
Take ongoing responsibility for patients under their care.

The appointees will be required to work with colleagues on a rotational basis across medical specialties within University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust.

Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with medical colleagues and participate in regular clinical meetings and other post graduate activities.

Participate in the on-call rota covering the wards and acute medicine on an equal basis with colleagues to ensure that appropriate emergency services are provided out-of-normal working hours.

This out of hours work will entitle the doctor to an additional banding of salary.

Develop and maintain good communications with General Practitioners and appropriate external agencies.

Demonstrate a firm involvement in Clinical Governance, Risk Management and Clinical Audit - this will include the development and maintenance of appropriate systems and practices to ensure continued safe clinical practice.

Ensure own practice is up to date; this will include taking responsibility for own Clinical Professional Development and participating in the Trust's Performance and Annual Review system.

Share responsibility for data protection arising out of the use of computers.

Comply with all relevant Trust Policies and Procedures.

About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare.

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.

There has never been a better time to join our team.

Details
Date posted: 28 August 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: £55,355 a year per annum pro rata
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 4 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 218-T3-JCF-8253214
Job locations: University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire, Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry, CV2 2DX, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
For more information on this role, please kindly refer to the job description and person specification.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Meets all Essential

Desirable

• Meets all Desireable

Experience
Essential

• Demonstratable post-qualification experience. ? Participation in Clinical Audit. ? Acknowledgement of evidence-based practice and CPD.

Desirable

• Equivalent foundation level UK NHS experience. ? Rota management. ? Research papers/abstracts.

Knowledge
Essential

• Knowledge and experience of acute and general medicine including acute unselected medical take

Desirable

• Knowledge of EPR

Skills
Essential

• Participation in education. ? Competent basic computer skills. ? Participate in on-call rota.

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values.Applicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience

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 Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address: University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire, Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry, CV2 2DX, United Kingdom
Employer's website: (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Associate Group Manager, Orla Corry, View email address on meeveem.com, View phone number on meeveem.com

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.
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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.