Clinical Fellow (ST3) in Acute Medicine
The closing date is 22nd Jul 2026
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Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Fellow in Acute Medicine at registrar level (IMT3/ST3 equivalent) based at Yeovil District Hospital.
This role is ideal for doctors looking to gain Tier 2 decision\-making experience and progress towards higher specialty training in Acute Internal Medicine.
You will work within a busy Acute Medical Unit (AMU) and Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC), supported by experienced Acute Physicians, delivering high\-quality care for acutely unwell patients.
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Main duties, tasks \& skills required
As a Clinical Fellow in Acute Medicine, you will:
Act as a Tier 2 senior decision maker in AMU and SDEC
Assess and manage acute medical admissions efficiently
Support operational flow and clinical decision\-making
Supervise junior doctors (F1\-IMT2\)
Deliver teaching and feedback
Perform core procedures including:
Lumbar puncture
Chest aspiration/drain insertion
Ascitic taps
Cardioversion (with supervision as appropriate)
Participate in the Acute Medical Registrar on\-call rota (approx. 1:13\)
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About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
NHS pension scheme for long\-term financial security
Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS\-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away \- and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all \- the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
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Job description
For further details regarding this job role and person specification please refer to the attached job description.
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Person specification
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Qualifications
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Essential
Full GMC registration with licence to practise
MRCP Part 1
Advanced Life Support (ALS)
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Desirable
MRCP Part 2 / PACES
Postgraduate qualification
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Experience
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Essential
Completion of Core/Internal Medicine Training (or equivalent)
Minimum 4 years' NHS experience
Experience in Acute/Internal Medicine
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Desirable
Experience at ST3 level or above
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Additional Criteria
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Essential
Competent in core IMT procedural skills
Strong communication, teamwork, and organisational skills
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Desirable
Interest in Quality Improvement or Audit
Teaching experience
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UK Professional Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
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For help with your application, contact:
Clare Rolls
Clare.Rolls@somersetft.nhs.uk
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Pay scheme
Hospital Medical and Dental
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Band
Doctor \- Other
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Salary
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£67325\.00 Yearly
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Contract
Fixed Term
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Duration
12 Month(s)
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Working pattern
Full\-Time
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Reference number
184\-OL\-MED\-MED\-5296
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Job locations
Yeovil District Hospital
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT
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