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NHS HIGHLAND
Clinical Fellow (ST1 equivalent)
Paediatrics, Raigmore Hospital, Inverness
Salary £45,504 - £60,199 per annum pro rata
Full Time, Fixed Term
We are delighted advertise this exciting opportunity for a hard-working, enthusiastic Clinical Fellow (ST1) to join our team within Medical Paediatrics at Raigmore Hospital. The successful applicant will work on the Tier 1 (resident) rota and be supported by Tier 2 and consultant colleagues whilst helping deliver all aspects of paediatric care in a busy district general hospital setting. Your duties will include General Paediatrics (Paediatric Assessment Unit, Paediatric Ward including HDU, Paediatric Outpatients) and Neonatal Medicine (Level 2 neonatal Unit and Post Natal Wards).
Applicants must have completed a minimum of 2 years full time postgraduate training (Foundation Training or equivalent) with previous Paediatric experience desirable.
Whilst this is a non-training post, we are a paediatric training hospital actively involved in teaching and training of paediatric doctors. You will have the opportunity and be encouraged to develop new skills whilst maintaining existing skills and interests. There will be opportunities to participate in clinical governance activities including audit and guideline development. We have a strong track record of working with clinical fellows looking to develop their paediatric experience prior to securing a place on a Paediatric Training programme.
If you would like the opportunity to discuss the post and opportunities surrounding this, prior to application, we would encourage you to get in touch.
Hospital Medical and Dental Terms & Conditions will apply. You should be fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practice.
Informal enquiries may be made to: Stuart McRitchie, Interim Service Manager for Paediatrics, stuart.mcritchie@nhs.scot
Closing Date: Midnight Sunday 26 th October 2025
Start Date: Immediately available (flexible)
Job reference: 230250
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