Job summary This is an exciting new opportunity for 2 doctors to embark on a 6-month clinical fellow post in the Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics with potential extension to 12 months. This role can be split into 4 days ward work (80%) and 1 day for personal development (20%, negotiable working pattern). These posts would suit doctors who have recently completed Foundation Training and are considering careers in Acute or Geriatric Medicine, Perioperative Care (Anaesthetics/ICU) and Emergency Medicine or General Practice. Main duties of the job The successful candidates will provide ward-based care supporting the Silver Trauma Care service and the Ortho-Geriatric Liaison Service, particularly for fractured neck of femur and community trauma. They will also work closely alongside two Silver Trauma Physician Associates, who are supervised by the Orthogeriatric consultants. In addition to ward work the post holder will be encouraged to develop their clinical and professional skills with at least one day a week dedicated to allow time to attend specialist clinics and MDTs for personal development. Involvement in clinical audit, quality improvement projects and teaching is also strongly encouraged. About us University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge. Date posted 23 April 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £49,909 a year pa pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 387-S3717-AFR Job locations Bristol Royal Infirmary Marlborough Street Bristol BS2 8HW Job description Job responsibilities For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities of this role please download the Job Description document attached. Please note this advert might close earlier if we receive a high volume of applications. Job description Job responsibilities For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities of this role please download the Job Description document attached. Please note this advert might close earlier if we receive a high volume of applications. Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification GMC Registration Recent completion of recognised Foundation Programme or equivalent ILS or equivalent NHS Experience Desirable MRCP or MRCS Recent ALS or ATLS Skills and Abilities Essential Good spoken and written English that is adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues The ability to practise independently under consultant supervision Desirable Evidence of skills in the management of acute medical emergencies (e.g. ALERT IMPACT certification) Qualifications and Training Essential MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification Desirable Undertaken additional teaching courses or qualification Additional and Aptitudes Essential Ability to maintain good relationships and communication with patients Ability to maintain good working relationships with colleagues Demonstrates professional behaviour and probity Desirable Contemporary evidence of involvement in quality improvement and clinical audit Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification GMC Registration Recent completion of recognised Foundation Programme or equivalent ILS or equivalent NHS Experience Desirable MRCP or MRCS Recent ALS or ATLS Skills and Abilities Essential Good spoken and written English that is adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues The ability to practise independently under consultant supervision Desirable Evidence of skills in the management of acute medical emergencies (e.g. ALERT IMPACT certification) Qualifications and Training Essential MBBS or equivalent primary medical qualification Desirable Undertaken additional teaching courses or qualification Additional and Aptitudes Essential Ability to maintain good relationships and communication with patients Ability to maintain good working relationships with colleagues Demonstrates professional behaviour and probity Desirable Contemporary evidence of involvement in quality improvement and clinical audit 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 University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) Address Bristol Royal Infirmary Marlborough Street Bristol BS2 8HW Employer's website https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)