Hip and Knee Primary and Revision Arthroplasty Fellow

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust; Wirral; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in the United Kingdom seeks a Hip and Knee Primary and Revision Arthroplasty Fellow starting August 2026. This 12-month fixed-term fellowship is tailored for post-CCT surgeons aiming to enhance their skills in hip and knee surgeries. Candidates should possess extensive experience in arthroplasty, including at least 100 procedures as the lead surgeon. Full GMC registration is mandatory. This role includes responsibilities in both elective and trauma practices, with opportunities for independent clinics and surgical lists.

Qualifications

• Eligible to reside & work in the UK.
• 4 years of orthopaedic surgery experience at registrar level, especially in arthroplasty and trauma surgery.
• Minimum 100 hip/knee arthroplasty procedures as lead surgeon.

Responsibilities

• Participate in elective and trauma practices of hip & knee surgery.
• Run independent clinics and operating lists based on abilities.
• Support hip fracture and periprosthetic fracture services.

Skills

Orthopaedic surgery experience

Clinical decision making

Communication skills

Teamwork and leadership

Education

FRCS (Trauma & Orthopaedics)

CCT in Trauma and Orthopaedics

Recognised NTN programme

Job description

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Hip and Knee Primary and Revision Arthroplasty Fellow

The closing date is 22 December 2025

This fellowship is an Advanced Surgical Training Fellowship starting in August 2026 on a 12 month fixed term contract.

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO START IN AUGUST 2026

The post is suitable for a post-Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) surgeon with FRCS (Trauma & Orthopaedics) specialist registrars or equivalent, wishing to gain further experience in hip & knee primary and revision arthroplasty surgery, with a view to seeking a consultant post with this specialist interest.

The applicant would ideally be expected to have had significant previous experience in hip & knee arthroplasty surgery. Full GMC registration and licence to practice in the UK is required. The post holder would also be expected to participate in the on‑call rota as required.

For applicants in training, applications must be accompanied by the written approval of the candidate's Postgraduate Dean and Director of Training.

Candidates will be expected to retain their own training number and will need to apply for unpaid leave for out‑of‑programme training from their current deanery. Applications are also invited from individuals who have attained their CCT in Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery and have finished their training programme.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be working in Mr Donnachie and Mr Carroll's services but will also generically support the hip fracture and periprosthetic fracture service.

The Fellow will be trained in the elective and trauma practices of hip & knee primary and revision arthroplasty surgery and will have the opportunity to run independent clinics and independent operating lists depending on their abilities. The Fellow will also be expected to take an active role in delivering arthroplasty for hip fractures and managing the periprosthetic fracture service.

The Fellow will be in theatre approximately 4-5 sessions per week and, depending on their experience, they will be performing procedures in supervised and also, if appropriate, on tandem theatre lists to prepare for independent practice. This will increase as the Fellow's experience and operative independence increases.

About us

All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.

We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.

We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.

The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for further information about the Hip and Knee Primary and Revision Arthroplasty Fellow position available at WUTH.

Person Specification

Qualifications/ Eligibility

• Eligible to reside & work in the UK
• FRCS (T&O)
• CCT Trauma and Orthopaedics
• Recognised NTN programme

Experience

• 4 years of orthopaedic surgery experience at registrar level, in particular arthroplasty and trauma surgery
• Recent experience working in a Major trauma Centre
• Minimum 100 hip/knee arthroplasty procedures as lead surgeon
• Previous experience of periprosthetic fracture and revision surgery

Health

• Meets professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards in Good Medical Practice)

Clinical knowledge and skills

• Up-to-date knowledge of Trauma and Orthopaedics and evidence of an understanding of its application
• Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge
• Experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help and able to prioritise clinical need
• Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings
• Evidence of previous independent practice in clinic and theatres

Clinical Governance/ improving quality of patient care

• Demonstrates awareness of good decision making. Aware of own limitations. Track record of engaging in clinical governance: reporting errors, learning from errors
• Evidence of interest and experience in teaching junior doctors and medical students
• Evidence of relevant academic & research achievements relevant to Trauma & Orthopaedics
• Peer review in arthroplasty publication in last 2 year
• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients/colleagues
• Capacity to listen and take in others' perspectives
• Always considers patient's preferences when discussing treatment options
• Always considers the full impact of clinical decisions on the patient. Practice shared decision making
• Directs and supports patients to access the information they need to support decision making

Personal Skills

• Capacity to work co-operatively, effectively and flexibly within a multi-disciplinary team, and demonstrates leadership when appropriate
• Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems and make decisions
• Capacity to organise oneself and prioritise own work. Demonstrates punctuality, preparation and self-discipline
• Understanding of the importance of information technology
• Able to adapt and work with the Trust to deliver improved patient care
• Promotes equality & diversity
• Basic keyboard skills

Probity

• Capacity to take responsibility for own actions and demonstrate a non-judgemental approach towards others
• Displays honesty, integrity, awareness of confidentiality and ethical issues

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.

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust