Job summary
We are seeking to appoint a senior clinical fellow (post - CCT) offering exposure to upper limb surgery. This will offer experience and management of a wide spectrum of upper limb disorders including arthroscopic reconstruction, shoulder and elbow arthroplasty as well as acute upper limb trauma and post trauma reconstructive procedures. The Fellow will work with the upper limb consultants delivering patient care and offering support and training alongside the consultants to the junior doctors within the department.
This post is suitable for individuals who have obtained their certificate of completion of training (CCT) It is essential that applicants have passed the FRCS (Orth) exam, have at least six years experience at specialist trainee level in Trauma and Orthopaedics with at least 12 months experience in the subspecialty of shoulder and upper limb surgery.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be encouraged to work closely with the current 6 Upper Limb Surgeons, and together with these surgeons provide comprehensive cover for Upper Limb Elective and Trauma conditions. The successful candidate will work primarily with Mr Wijeratna and Mr Jepson.
The department currently comprises 17 orthopaedic surgeons.
The post will have a fixed term tenure of 6 -12 months, the post is to start in August 2026
Please see attached Job description
About us
Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values
Compassion
Accountability
Respect
Integrity
Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.
The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.
We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds.This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Outpatient clinics, both Elective and Trauma seeing a mixture of new and follow up patients under supervision of the consultant and independently.
A responsibility for coordination of the upper limb trauma service, liaising with the consultants and trauma coordinators ensuring patients are appropriately prioritised and prepared for surgery
Assisting in operating theatres and conducting parallel operating lists when appropriate/commensurate with operating ability. The time table will include 2-3 Operating lists and 2-3 clinics per week.
Supervision and training of foundation doctors, core trainees and middle grades in the day to day management of upper limb elective and emergent conditions.
Daily review of upper limb inpatients
Presenting monthly mortality & morbidity statistics and participating in departmental teaching meetings
Teaching and training staff in other medical disciplines, nursing and support staff as appropriate.
Be prepared to participate in management duties within the department and the Trust
The fellow is not expected to be part of the middle grade on call rota.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Outpatient clinics, both Elective and Trauma seeing a mixture of new and follow up patients under supervision of the consultant and independently.
A responsibility for coordination of the upper limb trauma service, liaising with the consultants and trauma coordinators ensuring patients are appropriately prioritised and prepared for surgery
Assisting in operating theatres and conducting parallel operating lists when appropriate/commensurate with operating ability. The time table will include 2-3 Operating lists and 2-3 clinics per week.
Supervision and training of foundation doctors, core trainees and middle grades in the day to day management of upper limb elective and emergent conditions.
Daily review of upper limb inpatients
Presenting monthly mortality & morbidity statistics and participating in departmental teaching meetings
Teaching and training staff in other medical disciplines, nursing and support staff as appropriate.
Be prepared to participate in management duties within the department and the Trust
The fellow is not expected to be part of the middle grade on call rota.
Person Specification
Academic Achievemnts and Research
Essential
- Research relevant to trauma and orthopaedics
- Able to appraise scientific literature critically
Desirable
- Publications in peer reviewed journals
Educations, Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Six years experience as a middle grade registrar
- 12 months experience in upper limb surgery
- FRCS (Tr +Orth)
- Wide range of experience in Trauma and Orthopaedics
- Full registration with the UK GMC
Desirable
- CCT in Trauma and Orthopaedics
- Broad range of experience in general trauma provision
- Completion of 12 months Upper limb Fellowship
Test
Essential
Desirable
Teaching & Clinical Governance
Essential
- Evidence of teaching at under/post graduate level
- Effective participation in audit (inc. Trauma & Elective))
- Capacity to be alert to dangers, reporting and learning from errors
Desirable
- Post graduate teaching qualification
Person Specification
Academic Achievemnts and Research
Essential
- Research relevant to trauma and orthopaedics
- Able to appraise scientific literature critically
Desirable
- Publications in peer reviewed journals
Educations, Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Six years experience as a middle grade registrar
- 12 months experience in upper limb surgery
- FRCS (Tr +Orth)
- Wide range of experience in Trauma and Orthopaedics
- Full registration with the UK GMC
Desirable
- CCT in Trauma and Orthopaedics
- Broad range of experience in general trauma provision
- Completion of 12 months Upper limb Fellowship
Test
Essential
Desirable
Teaching & Clinical Governance
Essential
- Evidence of teaching at under/post graduate level
- Effective participation in audit (inc. Trauma & Elective))
- Capacity to be alert to dangers, reporting and learning from errors
Desirable
- Post graduate teaching qualification
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).
