Junior Clinical Fellow (F3)

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Wirral; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job description

We are seeking a Junior Clinical Fellow on a 12-month fixed-term contract to support the trauma and orthopaedic service and develop surgical and diagnostic skills, with the aim of advancing a career in trauma and orthopaedics.

The role involves supporting FY1 and FY2 tiers and participating in a Trauma and Orthopaedic on-call rota during core hours only; out-of-hours on-call is not required. The post holder will also undertake undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and engage in audit and clinical governance activities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide trauma and orthopaedic services in collaboration with consultants and senior colleagues.
2. Participate in medical audit and research activities as appropriate.
3. Ensure compliance with clinical governance requirements.
4. Maintain adequate contact arrangements for hospital staff involved in patient care.
5. Supervise and manage junior medical staff professionally.
6. Contribute to teaching, examinations, and accreditation duties for junior staff.
7. Optimize departmental staffing and resource utilization for maximum efficiency.
8. Follow the Trust’s policies and procedures, including staff management and financial instructions.

All new colleagues can expect a warm welcome from Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, recognized for its competent and caring staff.

The hospital is located on the scenic Wirral peninsula, offering beautiful coastlines and countryside, with excellent transport links to Liverpool, Chester, Manchester, and North Wales. It is one of the largest and busiest acute trusts in the North West of England, with approximately 855 beds, over 6,000 staff, and a turnover exceeding £337 million.

For further details or informal visits, please contact:

• Mr Peter Ralte, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, [e-mail], Tel: [phone]
• Mr David Hawkes, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, [e-mail], Tel: [phone]