Clinical Fellow (ST3+) in Trauma & Orthopaedics

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust for a fixed-term Trust doctor in the orthopaedics team. The role includes significant responsibilities in surgery, clinical duties, and participation in ongoing education and research initiatives. Candidates must have the relevant qualifications and experience in trauma and orthopaedics to contribute effectively to patient care.

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration and current license to practice required.
• Experience in trauma and orthopaedics is essential.
• Participation in relevant courses (e.g., ATLS, Basic Surgical Skills) is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Work within the trauma and orthopaedic team, engaging in both elective and emergency surgeries.
• Manage new and follow-up patients, perform clinics, and carry out theatre duties.
• Attend surgical courses and take part in departmental audits and research.

Skills

Surgical skills

Clinical experience

Team leadership

Teaching and mentorship

Quality improvement

Education

MBBS or equivalent

MRCS or equivalent

Higher degree or FRCS (Tr&Orth) or equivalent

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the orthopaedic team at Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. A one year fixed term Trust doctor post (ST3+) is available.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work within the multidisciplinary team and will be assigned to two consultants over the one year period (six months each). The timetable includes substantial theatre time, clinics, ward rounds and on-call commitments as well as protected time for research and admin. The department is committed to education and there is a weekly formal multidisciplinary educational meeting, in addition to daily trauma meetings. The successful candidate will be expected to take part in audit, research and education. They will also be expected to attend appropriate surgical courses for which a study leave budget will be available. The department is committed to supporting the clinical fellow in furthering their skills as a surgeon.

About us

The Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust sits in the middle of one of the most diverse locations in the world. To this end we are committed to and champion equality and diversity in all aspects of our employment practice and service delivery. All employees are expected to understand and respect this commitment and work with us to promote equality and diversity in the course of their work.

All employees are required to have the appropriate level of English language competence to enable them to effectively carry out their role, deliver safe care and enhance the patient experience.

Details Date posted

17 June 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£41,750 to £64,288 a year per annum (pro rata)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

293-SWNS-MED-0199-A

Job locations

Homerton Hospital

Homerton Row

London

E9 6SR

Job description Job responsibilities

The post holders will be working as part of the trauma and orthopaedic team on both elective and emergency surgery. The positions will be with one of the specialist teams. They will work alongside a team of middle grade staff with ward, theatre, clinic and on-call commitments. The on-call rota is a 1 in 10 and includes overnight cover and weekends, it is a 1C banded post.

The post holder will be involved in all aspects of the management of new and follow-up patients. They will undertake clinics (orthopaedic/fracture), operating theatre lists and administration. There is a regular Saturday all day trauma list, daily duty lists, regular main theatre and day case elective lists.

The orthopaedic department also holds regular multidisciplinary sports injury clinics with the sports and exercise medicine department.

Regular ward rounds including ward rounds with orthogeriatric consultant will be required.

The job is at registrar level and hence the post-holder will be expected to gain considerable experience in theatre and the clinics.

The post holder will deputise, so far as is practicable, for absent colleagues, and when necessary, the consultants. They will be required to undertake such exceptional irregular commitments outside normal hours as are essential for continuity of patient care, and duty in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.

For full details of the role please see attached job description and person specification.

Job description Job responsibilities

The post holders will be working as part of the trauma and orthopaedic team on both elective and emergency surgery. The positions will be with one of the specialist teams. They will work alongside a team of middle grade staff with ward, theatre, clinic and on-call commitments. The on-call rota is a 1 in 10 and includes overnight cover and weekends, it is a 1C banded post.

The post holder will be involved in all aspects of the management of new and follow-up patients. They will undertake clinics (orthopaedic/fracture), operating theatre lists and administration. There is a regular Saturday all day trauma list, daily duty lists, regular main theatre and day case elective lists.

The orthopaedic department also holds regular multidisciplinary sports injury clinics with the sports and exercise medicine department.

Regular ward rounds including ward rounds with orthogeriatric consultant will be required.

The job is at registrar level and hence the post-holder will be expected to gain considerable experience in theatre and the clinics.

The post holder will deputise, so far as is practicable, for absent colleagues, and when necessary, the consultants. They will be required to undertake such exceptional irregular commitments outside normal hours as are essential for continuity of patient care, and duty in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.

For full details of the role please see attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• MRCS or equivalent
• Evidence of full GMC registration, with a licence to practise, at time of application

Desirable

• Higher degree or FRCS (Tr&Orth) or equivalent

Courses and Certifications Essential

• Points for attendance or completion of relevant courses (e.g., ATLS, Basic Surgical Skills, FRCS preparation courses).

Clinical Experience Essential

• Trauma and Orthopaedic exposure: Duration and breadth of experience in relevant rotations or posts.
• Surgical skills: Evidence of participation in procedures, operative logbook, and level of competence.

Leadership and Management Essential

• Evidence of team leadership, or participation in committees.

Personal Statement/Supporting Information Essential

• Clarity, motivation for trauma and orthopaedics, and alignment with the organization's values.

Teaching and Mentorship Essential

• Experience in delivering teaching sessions, development of teaching materials, or involvement in mentorship schemes.

Quality improvement and research Essential

• Contributions to clinical research, audits, or quality improvement initiatives and their outcomes.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• MRCS or equivalent
• Evidence of full GMC registration, with a licence to practise, at time of application

Desirable

• Higher degree or FRCS (Tr&Orth) or equivalent

Courses and Certifications Essential

• Points for attendance or completion of relevant courses (e.g., ATLS, Basic Surgical Skills, FRCS preparation courses).

Clinical Experience Essential

• Trauma and Orthopaedic exposure: Duration and breadth of experience in relevant rotations or posts.
• Surgical skills: Evidence of participation in procedures, operative logbook, and level of competence.

Leadership and Management Essential

• Evidence of team leadership, or participation in committees.

Personal Statement/Supporting Information Essential

• Clarity, motivation for trauma and orthopaedics, and alignment with the organization's values.

Teaching and Mentorship Essential

• Experience in delivering teaching sessions, development of teaching materials, or involvement in mentorship schemes.

Quality improvement and research Essential

• Contributions to clinical research, audits, or quality improvement initiatives and their outcomes.

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

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Homerton Hospital

Homerton Row

London

E9 6SR

Employer's website

https://www.homerton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Homerton Hospital

Homerton Row

London

E9 6SR

Employer's website

https://www.homerton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)