Job summary Clinical Spinal Fellow Applications are invited for the above post based at The James Cook University Hospital to commence as soon as possible for a period of 6 months with a potential to be extended to 12 months. South Tees Trust is one of the largest in the country and provides a comprehensive range of medical and surgical specialities. This is a joint post based at The James Cook University Hospital between Orthopaedic Spinal Surgery and Neurosurgery and in association with the Regional Spinal Cord Injuries Centre. Main duties of the job The post will provide training in all aspects of spinal surgery in a unit with an active research programme. The Spinal Surgery service comprises of four Neurosurgeons and four Orthopaedic Spinal Surgeons. The service operates within the context of a major trust with full back up including a Level 1 Trauma Centre, Regional Complex Spinal Hub, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cancer Centre, Plastic Surgery and Neurophysiological Services. Adequate UK clinical experience and MRCS qualification are highly desirable. The ideal candidate would be an enthusiastic keen learner and team worker who is willing to work in a busy spinal team, have more exposure to complex spinal surgery and to be ready to have a job plan at different hospitals/ centres. This vacancy will close once sufficient applications have been received. About us The Trust is situated in the North East of England, close to the North Yorkshire Moors. The quality of life for professionals and their families in the North East of England is good with easy access to attractive countryside and beaches, a choice of highly rated schools and good travel access to the north and Scotland, the Lake District or the south by road, rail or air. Date posted 28 February 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £61,825 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 328-SC-MED-0398 Job locations The James Cook University Hospital Middlesbrough TS4 3BW Job description Job responsibilities Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential MRCS (with log book of operations) Full Registration with the General Medical Council. Desirable FRCS(Tr&Orth or SN) or Equivalent or working towards CCT/CESR (or working towards) Training Essential Log book of operations (assisted, performed) Experience of working in UK as Junior doctor Desirable Attendance at appropriate professional courses and meetings. Experience Essential Clinical experience of ST3 registrar level work Teaching Desirable Experience of teaching medical and other staff. Audit Essential Experience of clinical audit. Evidence of participation in audit Regular attendance at and participation in audit meetings. Desirable An understanding of clinical governance. Person Specification Qualifications Essential MRCS (with log book of operations) Full Registration with the General Medical Council. Desirable FRCS(Tr&Orth or SN) or Equivalent or working towards CCT/CESR (or working towards) Training Essential Log book of operations (assisted, performed) Experience of working in UK as Junior doctor Desirable Attendance at appropriate professional courses and meetings. Experience Essential Clinical experience of ST3 registrar level work Teaching Desirable Experience of teaching medical and other staff. Audit Essential Experience of clinical audit. Evidence of participation in audit Regular attendance at and participation in audit meetings. Desirable An understanding of clinical governance. 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address The James Cook University Hospital Middlesbrough TS4 3BW Employer's website https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)