Job summary
We are looking for a team playing individual to join our front door team as a Senior Clinical Fellow.
The Emergency Medicine team has a multidisciplinary ethos, working in 'partnership' with other key teams to assess and manage patients presenting to the service according to evidence based principles. We have strong relationships with the Specialist teams, radiology, GPs and community services to facilitate admission avoidance.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of this post are the assessment of patients, ordering and following up investigations, completing documentation and working flexibly within the emergency medical bed base: There will be out of hour's duties and you will be required to work flexibly seven days a week. With regards to commitments to emergency Medicine, the successful applicant will work as part of the Emergency Department team and will be supported by Senior Trainees and Consultants.
The post-holder will participate in audit including the quarterly audit meeting and attend departmental teaching. The departmental strongly supports educational needs such as clinical courses, conferences etc. The current emergency physicians take personal interest in supporting training activities and career development.
About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
Benefits we offer to you:
* Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
* NHS pension scheme membership
* Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
* NHS Staff discounts
* Cycle to work scheme
* Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
* Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Details
Date posted
18 February 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£65,048 a year pro rata per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
362-MEDMT04ED-02-26
Job locations
Stepping Hill Hospital
Poplar Grove
Stockport
SK2 7JE
Job description
Job responsibilities
The number of patients attending the hospital is around 8,000 a month. The organization has an aspiration to deliver early clinical decision making and management of acute medical emergencies, and early discharge via support services in the community, our ambulatory care unit, or from the emergency department itself.
The main duties of this post are the assessment of patients, ordering and following up investigations, completing documentation and working flexibly within the emergency medical bed base: There will be out of hours duties and you will be required to work flexibly seven days a week. With regards to commitments to emergency Medicine, the successful applicant will work as part of the Emergency Department team and will be supported by Senior Trainees and Consultants.
The post-holder will participate in audit including the quarterly audit meeting and attend departmental teaching. The departmental strongly supports educational needs such as clinical courses, conferences etc. The current emergency physicians take personal interest in supporting training activities and career development.
The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £54.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary
In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The number of patients attending the hospital is around 8,000 a month. The organization has an aspiration to deliver early clinical decision making and management of acute medical emergencies, and early discharge via support services in the community, our ambulatory care unit, or from the emergency department itself.
The main duties of this post are the assessment of patients, ordering and following up investigations, completing documentation and working flexibly within the emergency medical bed base: There will be out of hours duties and you will be required to work flexibly seven days a week. With regards to commitments to emergency Medicine, the successful applicant will work as part of the Emergency Department team and will be supported by Senior Trainees and Consultants.
The post-holder will participate in audit including the quarterly audit meeting and attend departmental teaching. The departmental strongly supports educational needs such as clinical courses, conferences etc. The current emergency physicians take personal interest in supporting training activities and career development.
The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £54.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary
In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* Minimum of 12 months NHS Experience
* A broad training which demonstrates appropriate experience in and a positive attitude towards Emergency Medicine
* Comprehensive patient management
Qualifications
Essential
* Full GMC Registration
* Primary Medical Qualification MBChB or equivalent
Desirable
* MRCEM
Skills & Ability
Essential
* Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
* Ability and commitment to teamwork; industry and enthusiasm
* Ability to manage difficult patient interactions with tact and sensitivity
Teaching, Audit, & Management
Essential
* Management, Clinical Governance and Audit - Knowledge and principles of Clinical Governance, regular attendance and participation at audit meetings
Desirable
* Awareness of the managerial role of a Doctor in the NHS
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* Minimum of 12 months NHS Experience
* A broad training which demonstrates appropriate experience in and a positive attitude towards Emergency Medicine
* Comprehensive patient management
Qualifications
Essential
* Full GMC Registration
* Primary Medical Qualification MBChB or equivalent
Desirable
* MRCEM
Skills & Ability
Essential
* Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
* Ability and commitment to teamwork; industry and enthusiasm
* Ability to manage difficult patient interactions with tact and sensitivity
Teaching, Audit, & Management
Essential
* Management, Clinical Governance and Audit - Knowledge and principles of Clinical Governance, regular attendance and participation at audit meetings
Desirable
* Awareness of the managerial role of a Doctor in the NHS
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).
Additional information
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
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Stepping Hill Hospital
Poplar Grove
Stockport
SK2 7JE
Employer's website
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Employer details
Employer name
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Stepping Hill Hospital
Poplar Grove
Stockport
SK2 7JE
Employer's website
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