Senior Clinical Hand Fellow (STRH) in Trauma & Orthopaedics

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in Wales is seeking a Senior Clinical Fellow in Trauma & Orthopaedics. This 6-month position offers the chance for independent operating sessions alongside experienced consultants. Candidates will cover middle grade clinical duties and participate in general orthopaedic trauma on-calls. Essential qualifications include FRCS (Orth) and ATLS Provider certification. Ideal for those aiming for specialization in Hand Surgery. The role is based at the University Hospital of Wales and Llandough Hospital, focusing on advancing surgical skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• FRCS (Tr& Orth) certification required.
• ATLS Provider certification is essential.
• Previous training in plastic surgery is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide middle grade cover for clinical sessions.
• Participate in independent operating sessions.
• Undertake general orthopaedic trauma on-calls.

Skills

Effective communication skills - Verbal and written

Up to date with current medical practices

Demonstrate skills in written and spoken English

Education

FRCS (Tr& Orth)

ATLS Provider

Intercalated Degree

MSc , MD or PHD

BSSH/University of Manchester Hand Diploma

Job description

SENIOR CLINICAL HAND FELLOW IN TRAUMA & ORTHOPAEDICS

Senior Clinical Fellow in Hand Surgery is required to commence 6 month posts from 5 August 2026 to 3 August 2027 to work alongside 5 hand surgery consultants within the Trauma and Orthopaedic Directorate. The successful candidates will be based at the University Hospital of Wales and Llandough Hospital and will be expected to provide middle grade cover for clinical sessions.

Main duties of the job

Post is only suitable for Post FRCS (Orth) trainees interested in gaining focused training in Hand Surgery. Independent operating sessions will be available along with supervised sessions with 4 consultant hand surgeons. General orthopaedic trauma on‑calls will be undertaken.

Interested candidates are invited to contact Mr R Trickett Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon [phone].

This post is not recognised for training by the Royal College of Surgeons.

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff and providing over 100 specialist services across 6 hospital sites. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we focus on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.

Job description

Full job description and Person Specification attached in supporting documents.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• FRCS (Tr& Orth)
• ATLS Provider

Desirable

• Intercalated Degree
• MSc , MD or PHD
• Working towards or completed the BSSH/University of Manchester Hand Diploma

Previous Experience

Essential

• Evidence of completion of basic and higher surgical training.
• Independent middle grade orthopaedic operating experience

Desirable

• Previous training in plastic surgery
• Previous experience in Hand Surgery

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

Essential

• Effective communication skills - Verbal and written
• Up to date with current medical practices
• Demonstrate skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues

Desirable

• Audit
• Teaching
• Research

Special Interest

Desirable

• Intention to take up Hand surgery as 'sub specialist' interest.

Employer details

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
UHW
Cardiff
CF14 4XW