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Clinical Fellow in Infectious Diseases (SHO)

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Science
    Healthcare
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You should have SHO-level experience, be committed to infection control, and be open to flexible work arrangements. Covid vaccination is encouraged to protect everyone.
  • You will support ward cover, provide patient care, attend clinical activities, and engage in teaching, audits, and quality improvement initiatives in infectious diseases.

Requirements

  • This post is based on the Infectious Diseases ward at St Mary’s Hospital and is offered as two consecutive six-month appointments, commencing in February 2026 and August 2026 respectively.
  • Alternatively, the post may be undertaken as a single twelve-month appointment.
  • The position is designed for doctors with SHO-level experience who are seeking to develop their careers in Infectious Diseases, Microbiology, or Virology.
  • We encourage staff to have the Covid vaccination to protect themselves, patients, other colleagues as well as the wider community.
  • Please note it is an operational requirement to comply with infection prevention and control procedures within the Trust such as lateral flow testing, handwashing and the wearing of masks, according to the procedures in place at any time or location.
  • We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share.

Responsibilities

  • The role involves supporting infectious diseases ward cover in collaboration with IMT 1, including cross-cover during annual or study leave.
  • You will provide high-quality care to inpatients and outpatients, actively participate in clinical activities such as ward rounds, clinics, and multidisciplinary team meetings, and contribute to departmental initiatives including teaching, audit, quality improvement, and academic seminars.
  • This position offers the opportunity to gain extensive experience and knowledge in managing a wide range of infectious diseases.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Clinical Fellow in Infectious Diseases position?

The position is offered as two consecutive six-month appointments, commencing in February 2026 and August 2026, or alternatively, as a single twelve-month appointment.

What level of experience is required for this position?

The position is designed for doctors with SHO-level experience.

What clinical activities will I be involved in?

You will actively participate in clinical activities such as ward rounds, clinics, and multidisciplinary team meetings.

Will I have the opportunity for career development in this role?

Yes, this position offers significant opportunities for career development, including involvement in teaching, audit, quality improvement, and academic seminars.

Are there any benefits offered to the staff in this position?

Yes, benefits include career development, flexible working, wellbeing initiatives, a staff recognition scheme, and optional benefits such as Cycle to Work schemes, car lease schemes, and more.

Is vaccination for Covid-19 encouraged?

Yes, staff are encouraged to have the Covid vaccination to protect themselves, patients, and colleagues, as part of infection prevention and control procedures.

Will the interview process be held in person?

Interviews are currently being conducted virtually as part of the continued response to Covid-19.

Can I apply for flexible working arrangements?

Yes, we are committed to equal opportunities and will consider applications for flexible working, part-time, or job share arrangements.

Who can I contact for further details about the position?

You can contact Kellie Cooper, the Business Manager, via email at kelliecooper@nhs.net for further details or informal visits.

St Mary’s, Hammersmith, Charing Cross, Queen Charlotte’s & Chelsea and the Western Eye hospitals in London

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Mission & Purpose

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in England, providing acute and specialist healthcare services. It operates five hospitals in London, delivering a broad range of healthcare services, including world-class care in areas such as cardiology, cancer, and trauma. The Trust's mission is to improve the quality of life for patients by providing excellent healthcare, advancing medical knowledge through research, and training the next generation of healthcare professionals. Their purpose is to deliver the best possible care, driven by innovation and research.