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Job summary
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated doctor to join our Acute Medicine Department as a Clinical Fellow (ST1/ST2 equivalent) on a fixed-term 3-month contract.
This post is ideal for doctors who are:
- Awaiting the next stage of training.
- Looking to gain additional NHS experience.
- Between substantive posts or fellowships.
- Seeking to strengthen their portfolio and acute medical skills in a supportive environment.
Despite its short duration, this role offers valuable hands-on experience within a busy Acute Medical Unit, working alongside experienced Acute Medicine Consultants and a dedicated multidisciplinary team.
What You'll Gain
Intensive exposure to acute and general medicine
Daily consultant-led ward rounds and senior decision-making
Experience managing a wide range of acute medical presentations
Opportunities to participate in teaching, audit and quality improvement projects
Supportive educational environment with regular teaching sessions
Excellent addition to specialty training and future consultant application
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will:
Assess and manage patients admitted to the Acute Medical Unit.
Participate in the acute medical rota.
Work closely with consultants and multidisciplinary colleagues.
Deliver high-quality patient-centred care.
Contribute to clinical governance, teaching and service improvement activities.
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.
Details
Date posted
03 November 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£54,499 a year Out of hours
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
3 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
184-OL-MED-MED-6187
Job locations
Musgrove Park Hospital
Musgrove Road
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DA
United Kingdom
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