Job summary
Post Start Date is the 27th October 2026.
We are looking to appoint a post-CCT Clinical Fellow in Adult Limb Reconstruction Orthopaedic Surgery. Based between The Royal London Hospital and Barts Health Orthopaedic Centre (BHOC), this fellowship provides an excellent higher training opportunity in all aspects of adult Limb Reconstruction, bone infection, major orthopaedic trauma and orthoplastics in a tertiary referral centre for trauma and elective surgery. This will include experience with management of internal and external fixation, circular frames, lengthening nails and management of bone infection and bone loss.
This post is suitable for a candidate who has passed the FRCS (Tr & Orth) or equivalent, and is looking for subspecialty experience in complex elective limb reconstruction, bone infection and trauma. Applicants must have full GMC registration with a licence to practice prior to the start of employment.
Informal discussions are encouraged and you are invited to contact:Mr Alexios Iliadis alexis-dimitris.iliadis@nhs.netMr Alexandros Vris, avris@nhs.net
Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment
Main duties of the job
Continuing responsibility for the care of patients in his/her charge, including all administrative duties associated with patient care.
Leadership, development and organisation on the services in his/her charge in line with the Trusts business plans. Liaison and communication with the lead clinician, Service Manager, General Manager, Clinical Director for Orthopaedic & Plastic Surgery and the Surgery / Cancer CAG (Clinical Academic Group) Director.
A major contribution to the department's ongoing efforts to improve efficiency in both the delivery and the management of patient care including the 18-week referral to treatment standard, reducing length of stay and managing the ratio of new to follow up outpatient attendances in line with commissioner expectations.
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To contribute to the provision of a comprehensive and efficient elective and non-elective trauma and orthopaedic surgical service by providing cover to Consultant, and on occasion Registrar colleagues when leave is taken.
2. To provide evidence-based care for all inpatients and outpatients
3. To have regard at all times to all relevant clinical and quality standards including those set out in the Patients Charter, the 18-week waiting time standard and any local relevant agreements with commissioners.
4. To participate fully in the management of the department and to liaise closely with the lead clinician, Clinical Director and Surgery / Cancer CAG Group Director.
5. The post holder may be required to carry out other duties in emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.
Job description
Job responsibilities
1. To contribute to the provision of a comprehensive and efficient elective and non-elective trauma and orthopaedic surgical service by providing cover to Consultant, and on occasion Registrar colleagues when leave is taken.
2. To provide evidence-based care for all inpatients and outpatients
3. To have regard at all times to all relevant clinical and quality standards including those set out in the Patients Charter, the 18-week waiting time standard and any local relevant agreements with commissioners.
4. To participate fully in the management of the department and to liaise closely with the lead clinician, Clinical Director and Surgery / Cancer CAG Group Director.
5. The post holder may be required to carry out other duties in emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic medical qualifications. MBBS or equivalent
- Higher surgical qualifications. FRCS/MRCS or equivalent
- FRCS (Orth) or equivalent
- Appropriate GMC registration valid at designated start date
Desirable
- Limb reconstruction fellowship
Experience
Essential
- Post FRCS Orth (or equivalent) - with at least 6 months previous Limb reconstruction
- Understanding of principles of clinical governance
Desirable
- Experience of teaching/presenting
Knowledge
Essential
- General orthopaedics and limb reconstruction principles- knowledge of basic texts/conditions.
- Awareness of own limitations, consulting senior colleagues appropriately
Skills
Essential
- Competence in all aspects of general orthopaedic management.
- Computer Literacy/ IT Skills
- Involvement in Audit Projects
- Ability to teach nursing and medical staff
- Medical management - able to supervise junior medical staff
- Able to establish and maintain working relations with patients, carers and multidisciplinary colleagues
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to prioritise clinical needs
- Ability to manage their time and workload
Desirable
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Competency in major orthopaedic trauma including periarticular fractures
- Experience in circular frames
Other
Essential
- Understands the principles of patient confidentiality and data protection
- Accountability - Takes responsibility for own actions and promotes good teamworking
- Openness - Shares information and good practice appropriately
- Mutual respect - Treats others with courtesy and respect at all times
- Commitment to own continued professional development and that of others
- Understanding of the clinical issues in the area of paediatric orthopaedics and limb reconstruction
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic medical qualifications. MBBS or equivalent
- Higher surgical qualifications. FRCS/MRCS or equivalent
- FRCS (Orth) or equivalent
- Appropriate GMC registration valid at designated start date
Desirable
- Limb reconstruction fellowship
Experience
Essential
- Post FRCS Orth (or equivalent) - with at least 6 months previous Limb reconstruction
- Understanding of principles of clinical governance
Desirable
- Experience of teaching/presenting
Knowledge
Essential
- General orthopaedics and limb reconstruction principles- knowledge of basic texts/conditions.
- Awareness of own limitations, consulting senior colleagues appropriately
Skills
Essential
- Competence in all aspects of general orthopaedic management.
- Computer Literacy/ IT Skills
- Involvement in Audit Projects
- Ability to teach nursing and medical staff
- Medical management - able to supervise junior medical staff
- Able to establish and maintain working relations with patients, carers and multidisciplinary colleagues
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to prioritise clinical needs
- Ability to manage their time and workload
Desirable
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Competency in major orthopaedic trauma including periarticular fractures
- Experience in circular frames
Other
Essential
- Understands the principles of patient confidentiality and data protection
- Accountability - Takes responsibility for own actions and promotes good teamworking
- Openness - Shares information and good practice appropriately
- Mutual respect - Treats others with courtesy and respect at all times
- Commitment to own continued professional development and that of others
- Understanding of the clinical issues in the area of paediatric orthopaedics and limb reconstruction
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
