Job Summary
The Trauma and Orthopaedic Department at UHD is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the team as a Fellow in Shoulder surgery and trauma working with Mr. Richard Hartley, Mr. Robert Moverley, and Mr. Senthil Muthian who specialize in Shoulder & Elbow Surgery.
This is an exciting time to join as we are currently making great progress with a vision in creating a first-class fully integrated Trauma and Orthopaedic Service within our Bournemouth and Poole Hospital sites as part of the new University Hospitals Dorset.
This Fellowship offers a wealth of clinical experience which includes working in our Derwent Orthopaedic Centre (which now boasts a new 3rd modular theatre) and main theatres on the elective site and also participating in trauma on the Poole site.
There Are 2 x 12 Month Fixed Term Posts
One starting in June 2025 and one in January 2026. We may consider applicants for future opportunities if deemed suitable at the point of interview.
Applicants should be on the GMC Specialist Register and have at least 4 months paid NHS experience. Your CV must be attached to your application form through NHS Jobs.
Main Duties of the Job
It is planned that the Fellow would, after adequate training, operate independently. The Fellowship will offer particular emphasis on training and research in shoulder surgery. There is no on-call commitment but additional sessions may be offered.
About Us
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.
UHD is investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
Job Responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert. We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Person Specification
Experience
* Greater than two years Orthopaedic Registrar experience, particularly in shoulder subspecialties
* Minimum 4 months of NHS experience
* Minimum 6 months lead on call experience
Desirable
* Evidence of involvement in audit & research projects
Skills
* Principles and practice of shoulder surgery
* Evidence of technical competence in intermediate level surgery
* Up to date, complete logbook of experience
* Meet the requirements of the GMC's Good Medical Practice
Desirable
* Contribution to management of professional organisation
* Some experience of medical writing
Qualifications
* Basic MB BS or equivalent
* Postgraduate FRCS / MRCS or equivalent
* Commitment to continuing postgraduate education and training
Desirable
* Additional Postgraduate qualification
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Employer Details
Employer name
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
UHD - Cross Site across Bournemouth and Poole
Bournemouth / Poole
BH15 2JB
Employer's website
https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers
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