Clinical Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics (Trust Registrar)

University Hospitals Dorset; Poole; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000

Job description

Clinical Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics (Trust Registrar)

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Job Summary

University Hospitals Dorset Foundation Trust is currently seeking to appoint a Trust Clinical Fellow (MT04) in Trauma and Orthopaedics. The successful candidate must have a GMC recognised medical degree and experience in Trauma & Orthopaedics.

The applicant should be able to work flexibly, act on their own initiative, and support junior staff members. Proven experience of on-call and ward cover is essential.

Main Duties of the Job

The department currently has 22 Consultant surgeons, 12 of whom are Trauma Consultants providing emergency on-call services for the Trust. The position is working at Trust Clinical Fellow level as part of the general on-call rota. Depending on the area of interest, the applicant could be offered the potential to spend time working and training with the consultants in elective operations and surgical clinics.

Job Responsibilities

Please see job description and person specification for more details regarding main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications Essential

• Full GMC registration
• MB BS or equivalent
• MRCS or equivalent
• ATLS
• Commitment to continuing postgraduate education and training

Experience Essential

• Can demonstrate successful completion of foundation competencies.
• Minimum 4 months of NHS experience
• Minimum 6 months on-call experience
• Sufficient leadership, organisational, communication, and personal skills to effectively undertake the role.
• Greater than 6 months orthopaedic surgical experience, particularly in trauma surgery.

Clinical Skills and Technical Skills Essential

• Meet the requirements of the GMC's Good Medical Practice.
• Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, and evidence-based practice.
• Competent to work without direct supervision where appropriate according to level of experience.
• Principles and practice of trauma and orthopaedic surgery.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff.

Other Essential

• Commitment to a career in trauma surgery.
• Able to speak English as necessary for the role.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a submission for Disclosure will be made to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer Details

Employer Name: University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Poole Hospital, Longfleet Rd, Poole, BH15 2JB

Employer's Website: University Hospitals Dorset Careers