Senior Knee Fellow: Advanced Clinical & Research

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust; Leeds; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Knee Fellow will join the Knee team at Chapel Allerton Orthopaedic Centre in Leeds as part of the Department of Orthopaedics. The post is a permanent appointment commencing 3 February 2027 and will involve advanced clinical and surgical training in knee conditions.

The role covers arthroscopy, soft tissue reconstruction, arthroplasty and salvage procedures, plus participation in research, audits and teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate level. There are no routine on-call commitments.

Qualifications

• Formally trained in orthopaedics and trauma management.
• Evidence of participation in research and audit activities.
• Ability to communicate clearly under pressure and in emotive situations.
• Awareness of ethical principles, safety, confidentiality and consent.

Responsibilities

• Join the Knee team at Chapel Allerton Orthopaedic Centre under Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeons.
• Manage tertiary referrals and contribute to knee injury clinics and service delivery.
• Participate in teaching, research and departmental audits; undertake appropriate on-call commitments as required.

Skills

Orthopaedic training

Research & audit

Communication under pressure

Ethics & confidentiality

Decision making

MDT teamwork

Job description

The Knee Fellow will join the Knee team at Chapel Allerton Orthopaedic Centre in Leeds as part of the Department of Orthopaedics. The post is a permanent appointment commencing 3 February 2027 and will involve advanced clinical and surgical training in knee conditions.

The role covers arthroscopy, soft tissue reconstruction, arthroplasty and salvage procedures, plus participation in research, audits and teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate level. There are no routine on-call commitments.