Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Junior Clinical Fellow within the Neurosurgical department at UHCW. This will be an ST1/2 equivalent position.
This is a ward based medical Junior Clinical Fellow position and successful candidates will be exposed to the medical management of neurosurgical patients across our 46 bedded Neurosurgery unit including our Neurosurgical Enhanced Care Unit (NECU). Candidates are not required to have in-depth knowledge and experience of neurosurgery and will be provided with teaching and training throughout their role on the management of neurosurgical conditions.
Although this is not a training post, successful candidates will be given an Educational Supervisor and be expected to attend training sessions and participate in clinical audits and quality improvement projects.
This position is available for immediate start, and successful candidates will work in a 1/10 on call rota, including night shifts, long days and weekends. There will also be an aspect of on call cross cover with the neighboring Neurology team.
This would be a perfect opportunity to learn more about clinical neurosurgery and obtain F1 and F2 competencies ready to apply for training posts, or to simply learn important practical clinical skills in preparation for higher exams.
N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date if we receive a high volume of applications.
Responsibilities
Seeing acutely unwell patients
Reviewing/clerking neurosurgical patients
Daily review of neurosurgery in‑patients in conjunction with / under the supervision of the consultant and SpR, including those out‑lying on other wards
Cannulating patients, and performing ward‑based procedures such as lumbar punctures
Ordering investigations and tests (and chasing these to ensure they are performed in a timely manner)
Acknowledging and acting upon blood results in a timely manner
Preparing e‑discharges and TTOs for patients
Prescribing and reviewing medications
Attending regular governance meetings such as QIPS and M&M and participating in quality improvement projects such as clinical audits (expected attendance 40‑60%)
To participate in the 1 in 10 on call rota for Neurosurgery
To maintain comprehensive and accurate medical records and adherence to Trust/national documentation standards
To communicate clearly with patients and relatives on aspects relating to their condition and treatment plans
Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with medical colleagues in other specialties and participate in regular clinical meetings and other post‑graduate activities
To see emergency admissions under the guidance of senior staff and ensure that proper notes are made, investigations instituted and treatment carried out under supervision
Take responsibility for improving and complying with practices including patient safety and infection control standards
Ensure mandatory training is kept up to date at 100% and comply with all relevant Trust policies and procedures
Participate in the academic and educational programme of the department
Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults is your responsibility. Familiarisation with and adherence to UHCW Safeguarding policies and Coventry and Warwickshire Safeguarding Board procedures is an essential requirement of all employees, as is the participation in related mandatory training
Clinical responsibility for assisting in the investigation, diagnosis and treatment, under consultant supervision
Expected to attend daily consultant ward rounds; present cases and discuss the differential diagnosis and management; carry out appropriate practical skills with patients
Responsible for maintaining a full clinical record of patients admitted to the ward; required to produce a written summary of the admission at the time of discharge; will participate in audit data collection and attend clinical governance / audit meetings
About the Trust
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.
Application
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further information relating to this post.
This advert closes on Friday 6 Feb 2026.
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