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Clinical Fellow - Hepatitis
| Posting date: | 07 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £52,656.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £52656.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 January 2026 |
| Location: | London, SE18 4QH |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | C9197-26-0023 |
Summary
The post holder will be based atQEHto deliver aspects of the Hepatitis Operational Delivery Network as part of the Hepatology/Hepatitis team. The diverse patient population attendingQEHclinics also offers an excellent opportunity to undertake translational Hepatitis research projects or quality improvement initiatives. Our local London boroughs have some of the highest rates of chronic hepatitis B and hepatitis C infectioninEngland. SinceMay2023, the emergency department atQEHhas provided opt-out testing for hepatitis B and C, in addition to HIV. The challenge now lies in linkage to care, ensuring patients diagnosed have access to treatment and monitoring. The hepatology service is also part of theSouthEastLondon Cancer Alliance (SELCA) and NHS England have recently prioritised the early diagnosis of liver cancer, with a focus onidentifyingpatients with cirrhosis who require surveillance. The opportunity has therefore arisen via the ODN to appoint a new clinical fellow to support regional work in both areas. There will be a strong focus on management and leadership, with opportunity to be involved at a regional level with quality improvement projects. The post would suit an individual with specialty experience ingastroenterology/hepatology, ST3+ or equivalent, and would offer many opportunities to gain experience and skills in Hepatology and Gastroenterology for those wishing to apply for a training post in the future. The successful applicant will be a meticulous clinician with sophisticated communication skills, enthusiastic, flexible and with an inquiring mind. You will be encouraged to show initiative, develop your skillset, and take on projects of value and interest. You will be a flexible, enthusiastic team player. Exposure can be tailored around interests and discussion is welcomed.In order tomeet the needs of the Trusts services you may berequiredfrom time to time to work atdifferent locationsto your normal place of work.