Microvascular Surgery Clinical Fellow in Lower Limb Reconstruction

North Bristol NHS Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

North Bristol NHS Trust is seeking two Clinical Microsurgical Fellows for a six-month fixed-term contract. Candidates should have advanced training in plastic surgery, particularly in lower limb reconstruction and microsurgery. The role includes teaching responsibilities and involvement in clinical audits. Successful candidates will have GMC registration and familiarity with UK hospital practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years postgraduate experience, including 2 years as SHO.
• Experience in audit projects and teaching ability.

Responsibilities

• Involved in teaching and clinical audit projects.
• Attend specialist clinics in ortho-plastic surgery.

Skills

Microsurgery

Teaching

Clinical Audit

Education

MBBS

FRCS

ATLS

Job description

Job summary
North Bristol NHS Trust

Southmead Hospital

Microvascular Surgery Clinical Fellow post (SpR / ST6+ Level) in Lower Limb Reconstruction

We wish to appoint 2 Clinical Microsurgical Fellows - Specialty Registrar Level in Plastic Surgery with a special interest in lower limb and microsurgery in general. One post holder will commence in February 2026 (on a 6 month fixed term contract) and the second post holder will commence in August 2026 (on a 6 month fixed term contract).

Main duties of the job

Expectations of the position - The successful candidate will be in year 7 / 8 of plastic surgery training (or equivalent), have passed FRCS (Plast) or equivalent and will have special interest in microsurgery reflected in the application form.

Main duties of the job

Expectations of the position - The successful candidate will be in year 7 / 8 of plastic surgery training (or equivalent), have passed FRCS (Plast) or equivalent and will have special interest in microsurgery reflected in the application form.

The successful candidate will be expected to be involved in teaching and to undertake clinical audit projects. The successful candidate will be expected to attend specialist clinics in ortho - plastic surgery.

This post is recognised for training by the Specialist Advisory Committee in Plastic Surgery and has Royal College Approval.

Candidates must have GMC registration that allows them to work in posts that are not recognised for training. It is essential that candidates have experience and familiarity with UK hospital systems and practices or equivalent.

About us

Working for North Bristol NHS Trust enables you to live and enjoy being close to nature in the rolling countryside, or near the sea in Clevedon, Portishead or Weston Super Mare, or enjoy the delights of city living in Bristol or Bath. Bristol was voted the UKs kindest city in 2020 and is famous for its harbour, its blend of architecture and its contribution to the arts, music and cultural life. The Bristol Hippodrome has one of the largest theatre stages in the UK and the Bristol old Vic and Theatre Royal Bath provide a wealth of drama. Bristol also has excellent cycling facilities and was chosen as the first cycling city in 2008.

Bristol is also famous for its Clifton Suspension Bridge, the Clifton Downs, the SS Great Britain and the annual Bristol Balloon Fiesta. It also has a vibrant array of restaurants, (two of which have Michelin stars).

North Bristol Trust is extremely well-placed to pursue research and education opportunities. Southmead Hospital is a large teaching hospital with strong links to the University of Bristol and University of the West of England.

Job description
Job responsibilities

Main duties of the job

Expectations of the position - The successful candidate will be in year 7 / 8 of plastic surgery training (or equivalent), have passed FRCS (Plast) or equivalent and will have special interest in microsurgery reflected in the application form.

Person Specification
Training & Experience
Essential

• Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent).
• Minimum of 7 years postgraduate experience including 2 years as SHO in an approved training post, or equivalent. Part of this period may be in a post of equivalent responsibility and training potential.
• Training in diagnosis and treatment of complex reconstruction conditions

Desirable

• Some training in Microsurgery

Training, Audit & Management
Essential

• Evidence of recent CME/ reasonable training progression at this stage of career.
• Experience in audit project and written up

Research, Teaching & Publications
Essential

• Proven teaching ability.

Desirable

• Proven track record in research
• Evidence of relevant publications in peer reviewed journals.
• Demonstration of involvement in clinical directorate management

Qualifications
Essential

• MBBS FRCS.
• ATLS
• Maintain Full registration with the GMC, with a licence to practice.

Desirable

• Higher academic qualification (e.g. MD or MS).

Employer details
Employer name

North Bristol NHS Trust

Address

Southmead Hospital

Bristol

BS10 5NB

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