The closing date is 30th Jun 2026
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Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced doctor to join Somerset NHS Foundation Trust as an Clinical fellow (IMT3) in Acute Medicine based at Yeovil District Hospital.
This is a registrar-level role within a busy Acute Medical Unit (AMU), providing excellent exposure to acute internal medicine and Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC). The post offers the opportunity to develop as a Tier 2 decision maker, with strong consultant support and a structured educational environment.
The role is ideal for doctors preparing for higher specialty training in Acute Internal Medicine.
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Main duties, tasks & skills required
Work as a Tier 2 registrar-level clinician in Acute Medicine
Provide senior clinical input in AMU and SDEC, ensuring effective assessment and initial management of acute medical cases
Support day-to-day operational functioning of the Acute Medical Unit alongside acute physicians
Participate in the Acute Medical Registrar on-call rota (approx. 1:13) including nights, weekends, and long days
Supervise junior doctors and contribute to teaching and training
Perform key clinical procedures such as:
Lumbar puncture
Chest aspiration and drain insertion
Ascitic paracentesis
Cardioversion
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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
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role, including key responsibilities, required qualifications, essential skills, and expected duties.
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Person specification
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Qualifications
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Essential
GMC registration with licence to practise
Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification
MRCP Part 1
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Desirable
MRCP Part 2 and PACES
Additional postgraduate qualification
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Experience
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Essential
Minimum 4 years NHS experience
Completion of Core Internal Medicine Training (or equivalent)
Experience in acute internal medicine settings
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Desirable
Experience working at IMT3/ST3 level
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Additional Criteria
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Essential
Strong clinical decision-making and prioritisation skills
Competence in core IMT procedural skills
Effective communication and teamwork
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Desirable
Understanding of audit and quality improvement processes
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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:
Toby Stockton
[email protected]
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Pay scheme
Hospital Medical and Dental
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Band
Specialty Registrar
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Salary
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£67325.00 Yearly
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Contract
Fixed Term
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Duration
6 Month(s)
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Working pattern
Full-Time
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Reference number
184-OL-MED-MED-5255
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Job locations
Yeovil District Hospital
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT
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