Lines of authority

Question 1

What is the role of a clinical supervisor?

Answer 1

The professional responsible for teaching & supervising Foundation Doctors. Each foundation doctor will have at least one named clinical supervisor.
They are responsible for supervising day-to-day clinical and professional practice; supporting the assessment process; ensuring the appropriate range & mix of clinical exposures; and arranging a work programme to enable attendance at fixed educational sessions.
They last the duration of each rotation, i.e. 4 months

Question 2

What is the role of an educational supervisor?

Answer 2

The professional responsible for making sure Foundation Doctors receive appropriate training and experience. They are involved in teaching and training, and should assist in professional and personal development. Each FD will have a named educational supervisor for each placement. They are responsible for undertaking regular formative appraisal; providing support in the development of an e-portfolio, ensuring understanding and engagement in assessment, being the first point of call for concerns about training; and ensuring appropriate training opportunities are available for learning & gaining competences.
Usually last for 1 year.