Paediatric Emergency Medicine Clinical Fellow - Ultrasound

Job summary

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust is offering an exceptional opportunity for an Ultrasound Fellow in Paediatric Emergency Medicine. This one-year fellowship combines hands-on clinical experience in a purpose-built Paediatric Emergency Department -PED-at Sunderland Royal Hospital with a fully funded Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Ultrasound at Teesside University.

The PED is a standalone, state-of-the-art facility serving approximately29,000 children annually, with features including dedicated resuscitation bays, high-dependency beds, and a Childrens Short Stay Assessment Unit. The post holder will split their time between clinical work (80%) and academic development (20%), gaining advanced skills in paediatric emergency care and point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS)applications.

Supported by a multidisciplinary team and the Sunderland Ultrasound Faculty, you will benefit from expert mentorship, hands-on ultrasound training, and opportunities to engage in research and quality improvement projects. This fellowship provides the ideal platform for clinicians eager to enhance their clinical and ultrasound expertise while working in a busy, patient-focused environment.

For further information, please contact David McCreary ED Consultant: 0191 5656256 Ext - 42877.

Main duties of the job

The Ultrasound Fellow will play a key role in providing high-quality care to children presenting with a range of conditions in the Paediatric Emergency Department - PED- at Sunderland Royal Hospital.

Clinical Duties:

Assess, treat, and manage paediatric patients with illnesses and injuries, including life-threatening conditions.

Participate in resuscitation and trauma management.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in line with departmental standards.

Engage in clinical governance activities such as audits and mortality reviews to ensure high standards of care.

Ultrasound Training:

Complete a fully fundedPostgraduate Certificate in Medical Ultrasoundat Teesside University.

Develop POCUS skills, including lung ultrasound, eFAST, musculoskeletal imaging, and ultrasound-guided procedures.

Attend teaching sessions, simulation training, and mentorship provided by theSunderland Ultrasound Faculty.

Working Arrangements:

Work on arolling rota(day, evening, weekend, and night shifts) to ensure exposure to diverse clinical cases.

Benefit from a dedicated clinical supervisor, regular feedback, and structured appraisals.

This fellowship combines clinical and academic development, offering an excellent foundation for clinicians aiming to specialise inPaediatric Emergency Medicinewith advanced ultrasound skills.

Start Date:Circa 1st September 2025

Job responsibilities

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We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.