Job summary The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a leading orthopaedic centre of excellence. A specialist hospital with a reputation for innovation, the Trust provides a comprehensive range of musculoskeletal (bone, joint and tissue) surgical, medical and rehabilitation services; locally, regionally, and nationally. We are now recruiting for our next 2 Knee Surgery Fellowships (12 months) which commence August 2025. The Fellowship is designed to accommodate an orthopaedic surgeon, who has attained CCT (or equivalent) in Trauma and Orthopaedics (or who will be within 2 months of attaining their CCT at the commencement of the Fellowship) or who is already on the specialist register and who would like to gain a further period of development in the Knee surgery sub-speciality in preparation for a consultant role. Main duties of the job Applicants must be able to demonstrate within their application satisfactory level of independent operating in relevant surgical procedures. The post offers, subject to satisfactory assessment, the opportunity to develop independent surgical practice. It also gives exposure to specialist Knee clinics and theatre lists, and the opportunity to contribute to audit and research. About us The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH) is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation. Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role.We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities - including our recently-opened £6 million Headley Court Veterans' Orthopaedic Centre (the first unit of its kind in the UK).RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry in Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales. It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family. Date posted 28 January 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £70,425 a year pa Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 224-PA20230100008-A Job locations The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Oswestry SY10 7AG Job description Job responsibilities This Fellowship post is designed to accommodate an orthopaedic clinician, who has attained CCT (or equivalent) in Trauma and Orthopaedics, or who is on the GMCs specialist register, who would like to gain a further period of development in the sub-speciality of Knee Surgery in preparation for a consultant role. The post offers, subject to satisfactory assessment, the opportunity to develop independent surgical practice. The role also gives exposure to specialist Knee and Sports Injuries clinics and theatre lists and the opportunity to engage in research and audit programmes. The Department The post-holder will join the following surgeons with an interest in Knee surgery - Andrew Barnett, Peter Gallacher, Alexander Glover, Paul Jermin, Richard Roach, Martyn Snow, Tony Smith Within the firm all aspects of knee surgery are covered from soft tissue reconstruction, biological reconstruction (ACI/Meniscal allograft), joint preservation, unicompartmental, primary and revision knee arthroplasty.The Trust The hospital nine inpatient wards, including a private patient ward. There are twelve operating theatres and full out-patient and diagnostic facilities. The Trust provides a comprehensive range of Musculoskeletal services including orthopaedic surgery, spinal injuries, bone disorders and medicine, and as one of the UKs leading specialist hospitals, provides services on a local, regional and national basis. The Trust is a single site based in Oswestry, close to the border with Wales. The surrounding geographical area includes Shropshire, Wales, Cheshire and the Midlands, As such, we serve the people of both England and Wales, as well as a wider national catchment. Our services are provided predominantly to the people of Shropshire, Cheshire and North Wales and our specialist services serve a much broader population across the Midlands, North West and Wales. The Surgeons are divided into the following units: Arthroplasty Spinal Surgery Musculoskeletal Oncology Sports Injuries Lower Limb Hand and Upper Limb Arthroplasty Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery Professorial There is an outstanding Musculoskeletal Radiology Department with MRI, ultrasound and CT scanning. There is an excellent Department of Pathology with research facilities. There is also a specialist department dealing with Metabolic Bone Disease and provides both clinical and investigative services. In the Arthritis Research Centre there are full-time scientists, extensive research laboratories, as well as a Department of Anatomy. The junior staffing at Oswestry consists of 18 Specialty Registrars who will usually be in the more senior years of training (ST5 ST8). Orthopaedic Service Registrars also support the complement of Specialty Registrars in Orthopaedics. Library Facilities The Francis Costello Library provides a high-quality multidisciplinary service to improve patient care and support clinical effectiveness research, education and lifelong learning for all, encouraging use of the evidence base in all aspects of RJAH activity to support the Trust to be the leading orthopaedic centre in the UK. The library offers over 4000 books and journals covering all health-related disciplines but with a specialist emphasis on orthopaedic and musculoskeletal medicine. Specialist journals are also available, many electronically via ATHENS password, and the library also provides an article request service for papers which are not available within our own stock. Mediated literature searches, help and advice and a comprehensive information skills training programme are also available. The library works in close alliance with other health libraries within the area and in a recent survey of educational resources for doctors in training the Trust scored highly. Main Duties and Responsibilities The post-holder will undertake out-patient clinics, theatre lists and any related pre-and post operative work. The postholder will work Normal Working Days only which are 8 am to 5pm Monday to Friday. Job description Job responsibilities This Fellowship post is designed to accommodate an orthopaedic clinician, who has attained CCT (or equivalent) in Trauma and Orthopaedics, or who is on the GMCs specialist register, who would like to gain a further period of development in the sub-speciality of Knee Surgery in preparation for a consultant role. The post offers, subject to satisfactory assessment, the opportunity to develop independent surgical practice. The role also gives exposure to specialist Knee and Sports Injuries clinics and theatre lists and the opportunity to engage in research and audit programmes. The Department The post-holder will join the following surgeons with an interest in Knee surgery - Andrew Barnett, Peter Gallacher, Alexander Glover, Paul Jermin, Richard Roach, Martyn Snow, Tony Smith Within the firm all aspects of knee surgery are covered from soft tissue reconstruction, biological reconstruction (ACI/Meniscal allograft), joint preservation, unicompartmental, primary and revision knee arthroplasty.The Trust The hospital nine inpatient wards, including a private patient ward. There are twelve operating theatres and full out-patient and diagnostic facilities. The Trust provides a comprehensive range of Musculoskeletal services including orthopaedic surgery, spinal injuries, bone disorders and medicine, and as one of the UKs leading specialist hospitals, provides services on a local, regional and national basis. The Trust is a single site based in Oswestry, close to the border with Wales. The surrounding geographical area includes Shropshire, Wales, Cheshire and the Midlands, As such, we serve the people of both England and Wales, as well as a wider national catchment. Our services are provided predominantly to the people of Shropshire, Cheshire and North Wales and our specialist services serve a much broader population across the Midlands, North West and Wales. The Surgeons are divided into the following units: Arthroplasty Spinal Surgery Musculoskeletal Oncology Sports Injuries Lower Limb Hand and Upper Limb Arthroplasty Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery Professorial There is an outstanding Musculoskeletal Radiology Department with MRI, ultrasound and CT scanning. There is an excellent Department of Pathology with research facilities. There is also a specialist department dealing with Metabolic Bone Disease and provides both clinical and investigative services. In the Arthritis Research Centre there are full-time scientists, extensive research laboratories, as well as a Department of Anatomy. The junior staffing at Oswestry consists of 18 Specialty Registrars who will usually be in the more senior years of training (ST5 ST8). Orthopaedic Service Registrars also support the complement of Specialty Registrars in Orthopaedics. Library Facilities The Francis Costello Library provides a high-quality multidisciplinary service to improve patient care and support clinical effectiveness research, education and lifelong learning for all, encouraging use of the evidence base in all aspects of RJAH activity to support the Trust to be the leading orthopaedic centre in the UK. The library offers over 4000 books and journals covering all health-related disciplines but with a specialist emphasis on orthopaedic and musculoskeletal medicine. Specialist journals are also available, many electronically via ATHENS password, and the library also provides an article request service for papers which are not available within our own stock. Mediated literature searches, help and advice and a comprehensive information skills training programme are also available. The library works in close alliance with other health libraries within the area and in a recent survey of educational resources for doctors in training the Trust scored highly. Main Duties and Responsibilities The post-holder will undertake out-patient clinics, theatre lists and any related pre-and post operative work. The postholder will work Normal Working Days only which are 8 am to 5pm Monday to Friday. Person Specification Qualifications Essential GMC registration with license to practice and no restrictions to practice. FRCS (T&O) or equivalent. Entry on the GMC's specialist register for trauma and orthopaedics. Work Experience and Sub-specialty experience Essential Currently working in an acute orthopaedic setting. Satisfactory evidence of independent operating in the main Knee surgical procedures. Completion of a structured trauma and orthopaedic training programme. Minimum of 12 month's Knee Experience Audit Essential Evidence of engagement with the audit process on a continuing basis. Evidence of audit activity relevant to the Knee Sub-Speciality. Teaching Essential Evidence of a commitment to teaching. Research Essential Proven research interest record including evidence of publications and presentations. Evidence of research activity within Sub-Specialty. Team work Essential Evidence of commitment to Team Working. Personal Attributes Essential Caring attitude to patients. Honesty and reliability. Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives and colleagues. Person Specification Qualifications Essential GMC registration with license to practice and no restrictions to practice. FRCS (T&O) or equivalent. Entry on the GMC's specialist register for trauma and orthopaedics. Work Experience and Sub-specialty experience Essential Currently working in an acute orthopaedic setting. Satisfactory evidence of independent operating in the main Knee surgical procedures. Completion of a structured trauma and orthopaedic training programme. Minimum of 12 month's Knee Experience Audit Essential Evidence of engagement with the audit process on a continuing basis. Evidence of audit activity relevant to the Knee Sub-Speciality. Teaching Essential Evidence of a commitment to teaching. Research Essential Proven research interest record including evidence of publications and presentations. Evidence of research activity within Sub-Specialty. Team work Essential Evidence of commitment to Team Working. Personal Attributes Essential Caring attitude to patients. Honesty and reliability. Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives and colleagues. 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 Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Oswestry SY10 7AG Employer's website https://www.rjah.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)