Senior Foot & Ankle Orthopaedics Fellow - 12 Months

University Hospitals Dorset; Poole; On-site; GBP 69,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Dorset invites applications for a Senior Clinical Fellow in Foot and Ankle Surgery. The 12‑month fellowship, supervised by senior consultants, focuses on elective foot and ankle procedures and support for ongoing research activities.

Commencement is anticipated for March 2027 with opportunities to align with service needs and potential relocation considerations. The role offers a full-time contract within an NHS Trust, with a commitment to professional development and

Qualifications

• Must have MBBS or equivalent and GMC registration.
• Postgraduate FRCS/MRCS or equivalent.
• Two+ years orthopaedic registrar level experience including at least 6 months of foot and ankle surgery.
• Evidence of involvement in audit & research projects or QI.

Responsibilities

• Concentrate on elective foot and ankle surgery and develop a specialist interest in this area.
• Involve in clinical research into joint replacement and related projects.
• No on-call out-of-hours commitment.

Skills

Foot and ankle surgery

Workload management

Effective communication

Technical competence

Audit principles

Logbook

GMC Good Medical Practice

Medical writing

Professional organisation

Education

MBBS or equivalent

FRCS/MRCS or equivalent

Commitment to postgraduate education

Organise learning

Job description

University Hospitals Dorset invites applications for a Senior Clinical Fellow in Foot and Ankle Surgery. The 12‑month fellowship, supervised by senior consultants, focuses on elective foot and ankle procedures and support for ongoing research activities.

Commencement is anticipated for March 2027 with opportunities to align with service needs and potential relocation considerations. The role offers a full-time contract within an NHS Trust, with a commitment to professional development and