Clinical Fellow Acute Med with Special interest in Infectious Diseases(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

Role Overview

This Clinical Fellow post offers an excellent opportunity for post-Foundation doctors who wish to develop their career in Acute Medicine and Infectious Diseases. The role combines clinical exposure within the acute medical team with specialist training in infection management.

Working at Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust—a busy teaching hospital located in one of London’s most culturally diverse communities—you will gain valuable experience managing a broad spectrum of infectious, tropical, and acute medical conditions.

The post is structured to provide hands-on clinical practice, multidisciplinary collaboration, and opportunities for teaching, quality improvement, and professional development.

Key Responsibilities

Acute Care & Deteriorating Patient Management

You will undertake the Deteriorating Patient SHO role, an essential component of the Hospital at Night service. Responsibilities include:

• Assessing and managing acutely deteriorating medical and surgical patients
• Responding to patients triggered by NEWS (National Early Warning Score) alerts
• Working closely with the Critical Care Outreach Team (CCOT)
• Initiating timely clinical interventions and escalating care when necessary
• Ensuring safe clinical handover of complex or high-risk patients

Infectious Diseases & Microbiology Exposure

As part of the Infection team, you will:

• Assist consultants in managing infectious and tropical diseases
• Interpret microbiology and laboratory diagnostic results
• Support treatment planning for inpatient and ambulatory patients
• Contribute to infection-related clinical decision-making across specialties

Professional Development

This post encourages ongoing professional growth through:

• Participation in simulation-based education sessions
• Development of procedural skills
• Engagement in quality improvement initiatives
• Involvement in clinical audits and patient safety projects

Essential Requirements

Qualifications

Applicants must have:

• MBBS / MBChB or equivalent medical degree
• Full registration with the General Medical Council
• Completion of Foundation Year 1 and 2 (or equivalent)
• Valid right to work in the UK or eligibility for visa sponsorship
• Guidance for overseas applicants is available via
  Skilled Worker visa information

Clinical Experience

Candidates should demonstrate:

• At least 6 months of Acute or General Medicine experience at FY2 level
• Experience participating in an unselected acute medical take
• Exposure to general surgical specialties at FY1 level or equivalent
• Sound clinical judgement and evidence-based decision making

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• The following would strengthen an application:
• MRCP Part 1, MRCEM Part A, or FRCPath Part 1
• Completion of Core Medical Training (CMT) / IMT or equivalent

Diploma or postgraduate training in:

• Medical Microbiology
• Tropical Medicine & Hygiene
• Experience in ITU/HDU, Emergency Medicine, or Ambulatory Care
• Laboratory or research experience related to infection or microbiology

Skills & Competencies

Successful applicants will demonstrate:

• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to prioritise clinical workload effectively
• Analytical thinking and structured clinical reasoning
• Competence using hospital IT systems (EPR, PACS, electronic ordering systems)
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Experience with the WinPath laboratory system or advanced procedural skills would be advantageous.

Governance, Teaching & Research

Applicants should show an understanding of:

• Clinical governance and patient safety frameworks
• Audit methodology and quality improvement
• Basic research principles

Additional strengths include:

• Teaching experience (undergraduate or postgraduate)
• Educational qualifications or teaching courses
• Presentations, publications, or research involvement

Professional Attributes

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Professional integrity and accountability
• Commitment to high standards of patient care
• Reliability, punctuality, and strong work ethic
• Resilience and adaptability in a dynamic clinical environment
• Insight into personal strengths and areas for development

Compliance & Pre-Employment Checks

This role is subject to:

• A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) background check
• Occupational health screening
• Verification of professional registration
• More information about DBS checks is available
  DBS criminal record checks guidance
• International applicants may also need to provide overseas police clearance
  Criminal record checks for overseas applicants

Visa Sponsorship

Applications from international candidates are welcome. If required, the Trust may provide sponsorship under the UK Skilled Worker route.

Further guidance on eligibility and application requirements can be found here:

• Skilled Worker visa eligibility requirements
• Documents required for a Skilled Worker visa application
• A Skilled Worker visa allows eligible healthcare professionals to work in the UK with an approved employer.

 Why Apply?

• Work in a leading London teaching hospital
• Gain experience in both Acute Medicine and Infectious Diseases
• Exposure to a diverse and complex patient population
• Opportunities for education, research, and career development