Job Summary
Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust is pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Fellow in Respiratory Medicine at ST3+ level, focusing on Breathlessness. This 12-month post is designed to provide a blend of specialist clinical experience, educational development, and continuity of care in a dynamic respiratory setting.
Ideal for doctors seeking to strengthen their CVs ahead of higher specialty training or broaden their respiratory experience, this post supports personal development in both general and specialist respiratory care, with additional involvement in research, audit, and quality improvement.
Key Responsibilities
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Deliver high-quality inpatient and outpatient care in general and specialist respiratory medicine
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Support the development and provision of enhanced continuity of care and seven-day respiratory services
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Participate in ward rounds, respiratory clinics, and procedures (including non-invasive ventilation and pleural interventions)
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Take part in rota-based duties as directed by the department
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Contribute to local and national audits, quality improvement projects, and clinical research
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Attend departmental teaching sessions and multidisciplinary meetings
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Maintain accurate, up-to-date clinical records and documentation
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Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes
Educational Opportunities
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Access to dedicated educational supervision and mentorship
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Opportunities for clinical research involvement
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Participation in regular teaching, journal clubs, and case-based learning
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Exposure to specialist respiratory clinics and diagnostic services
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Support for study leave and CPD in line with Trust policy
About the Trust
Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust (SASH) employs around 6,000 staff and delivers emergency and planned care to a population of approximately 780,000. Our main site, East Surrey Hospital in Redhill, offers acute and specialist services and is the nearest trauma unit to Gatwick Airport. We also operate across sites in Crawley, Horsham, Caterham, Oxted, and Reigate.
We pride ourselves on being an inclusive and supportive employer, committed to helping our staff thrive. You’ll benefit from flexible working options, health and wellbeing support, and access to outstanding training and development programmes.
Application Information
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a full breakdown of duties, responsibilities, and essential criteria.
The Trust reserves the right to close this advert early if a sufficient number of applications are received. Interviews will be arranged accordingly.
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