Junior Fellow in Major Trauma

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust; Southampton; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS Trust in Southampton is seeking a Junior Fellow in Major Trauma to provide medical support and clinical management to trauma patients. This role involves collaboration with consultants and multidisciplinary teams, with a focus on patient care and clinical governance. Candidates will benefit from professional development opportunities and a robust educational framework. Ideal for those aiming for higher surgical training in a Major Trauma specialty, this position offers a supportive environment and engagement in various clinical responsibilities.

Benefits

35 days paid holiday (pro rata)

Generous pension scheme

NHS discounts

Qualifications

• NHS experience is required.
• Appropriate knowledge base with good clinical judgement.

Responsibilities

• Manage clinical responsibilities for Major Trauma patients.
• Conduct ward rounds and manage patient care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings.

Skills

Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams

Good communication skills

IT Skills

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

GMC registration with a licence to practise

Completion of FY1 / FY2 rotation or equivalent

FRCA / MRCP / MRCS / MCEM or equivalent

Job description

Go back University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Junior Fellow in Major Trauma

The closing date is 01 January 2026

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

The post is for a Trust Junior Fellow for Major Trauma (MT). The main purpose of the role is to provide medical support to the major trauma patients on the Major Trauma Unit (MTU), working alongside the Major Trauma sub speciality consultants, the Major Trauma Senior Fellows, the Major Trauma Advanced Clinical Practitioners (MTACP's) and the Major Trauma Unit nursing and therapy staff.

You will also be expected to review and assess patients with Major Trauma outside of the MTU, advising Trust staff on appropriate treatment and where necessary advise of need to be transferred to the MTU if meeting the admission criteria.

These posts are ideally suited for candidates wishing to progress to higher surgical training in a Major Trauma Sub speciality and are not recognised for CT Training. The job has been structured to provide a fantastic opportunity to expand trauma experience in a Major Trauma centre. Research and audit will be supported and encouraged. The Major Trauma Unit is housed within the T&O care group and the rota will be arranged by T&O.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Job responsibilities

Duties will include:

• Day to day clinical management of Major Trauma patients including ward rounds; support organisation of smooth repatriations to local trauma units and further afield MTCs completing all paperwork.
• To clerk new admissions and working alongside the on call senior/Registrar advise on and see emergency cases being referred to the department from number of areas. Carrying out primary, secondary and tertiary surveys, assessment and ongoing management of polytrauma patients.
• When on duty provide ward doctor cover on the MTU being the 1st point of contact for the MTU staff for emergency and routine jobs and for escalation of concerns for Major Trauma patients.
• Major Trauma ward rounds alongside the duty consultant for the week, the MT Senior fellow and the MTACP seeing new admissions.
• Routine ward rounds alongside the team Consultant/senior reviewing previous admissions, or seeing new admissions with the duty consultant for the week.
• Self-Development /Clinical Training days provide the opportunity for extra educational activities including portfolio work, Theatre, Clinic or audits.
• Participation in multidisciplinary team meetings as required.
• Liaison with all health professionals involved in a patients care as appropriate.
• Good communication with patients and carers.
• Administrative tasks related to patient care and departmental management.
• To participate fully in the Clinical Governance activity of the service.

For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for. It outlines the essential criteria for the role and is designed to support you in preparing your application by helping you evaluate how your skills, experience, and professional background align with the requirements of the role.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists). Applicants requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.

Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave.

Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay)

Proposed interview date: TBC This vacancy closes on or before: 01 January 2026

Person Specification

Qualifications, Training & Experience

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
• NHS experience
• Completion of FY1 / FY2 rotation or equivalent
• FRCA / MRCP / MRCS / MCEM or equivalent

Aptitudes and skills

• Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams
• Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
• Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
• IT Skills
• Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English).

Living Trust Values

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

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.

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust