Job summary
Sight & Sound Directorate
Clinical Fellow in Congenital Hand Surgery
Great Ormond Street Hospital NHS Foundation is a leading paediatric centre in the UK and globally. The hospital provides a comprehensive range of paediatric specialties at tertiary care level. In association with the Institute of Child Health there are opportunities for research, training and development in all aspects of health & disease in children.
We are looking for 1 experienced registrar to join our fantastic specialist congenital hand surgical team for a 6 month fixed term post starting from August 2026 and February 2027.
The hospital provides a comprehensive range of paediatric specialities at tertiary care level. In association with the Institute of Child Health there are opportunities for research, training and development in all aspects of health & disease in children.
The successful candidate will gain experience in and exposure to paediatric congenital hand surgery including vascular malformations, but not brachial plexus or trauma, as well as general plastics cases.
Based in central London, GOSH offers flexible working, help with childcare and travel, excellent training and development opportunities and assistance with finding somewhere to live.
Main duties of the job
The post will have primary responsibility for the management of the hand surgery cases and for undertaking hand surgery research and is a point of continuity for hand surgery care within the Trust. The postholder is, of course, free to participate in any other plastic surgical cases that he has a particular interest in and will be encouraged to do so, providing that this is not to the detriment of hand surgery patients. Previously orthopaedic trainees have been considered and appointed to the post, providing they fulfil the criteria and the orthopaedic department have been willing for them to join them on an ad-hoc basis.
About us
We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities. By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we'll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care.
Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive. Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women's networks; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team.
We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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 attachments.
All applicants must return their application forms electronically via NHS Jobs. To apply please click the apply for this job option, specifying your preferred start date.
We encourage applications from all sections of the community.
We conduct full criminal record checks on all successful candidates.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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 attachments.
All applicants must return their application forms electronically via NHS Jobs. To apply please click the apply for this job option, specifying your preferred start date.
We encourage applications from all sections of the community.
We conduct full criminal record checks on all successful candidates.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Always welcoming
- Always helpful
- Always expert
- Always one team
- Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Primary medical qualification - MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC registration with Licence to Practice or IELTS Certificate with an overall score of 7.5 or Occupational English Test (medicine version) with a minimum score of 'B' in each domain.
- MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent
- FRCS (Plast) or equivalent or intention to acquire FRCS(Plast) or equivalent in relevant specialty
Desirable
- Higher degree - MSc, MPhil related discipline
- Previous Research and Publications in Hand Surgery
- Orthopaedic Upper Limb Training
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with clear presentation skills and computer skills including database work
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Able to establish and maintain working relations with patients, carers and multi-disciplinary colleagues under pressure
- Ability to prioritise clinical needs and make decisions with effective judgement
- Plastic surgical skills acquired in a recognised teaching post including microsurgical skills
- Decision making ability with effective judgement
- Long standing interest in hand surgery
Desirable
- Training in child protection
- Practical procedures and other relevant experience
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- At least 4 completed years' experience in Speciality training at SpR level or equivalent
- Experience of teaching and presenting
- Personal experience of audit activities
- Understanding of principles of clinical governance
- Up to date plastic and specifically hand surgery knowledge
Desirable
- Clinical experience in craniofacial surgery
- Published relevant research in peer reviewed journals
- Previous experience in management of fixators
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Always welcoming
- Always helpful
- Always expert
- Always one team
- Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Primary medical qualification - MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC registration with Licence to Practice or IELTS Certificate with an overall score of 7.5 or Occupational English Test (medicine version) with a minimum score of 'B' in each domain.
- MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent
- FRCS (Plast) or equivalent or intention to acquire FRCS(Plast) or equivalent in relevant specialty
Desirable
- Higher degree - MSc, MPhil related discipline
- Previous Research and Publications in Hand Surgery
- Orthopaedic Upper Limb Training
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with clear presentation skills and computer skills including database work
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Able to establish and maintain working relations with patients, carers and multi-disciplinary colleagues under pressure
- Ability to prioritise clinical needs and make decisions with effective judgement
- Plastic surgical skills acquired in a recognised teaching post including microsurgical skills
- Decision making ability with effective judgement
- Long standing interest in hand surgery
Desirable
- Training in child protection
- Practical procedures and other relevant experience
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- At least 4 completed years' experience in Speciality training at SpR level or equivalent
- Experience of teaching and presenting
- Personal experience of audit activities
- Understanding of principles of clinical governance
- Up to date plastic and specifically hand surgery knowledge
Desirable
- Clinical experience in craniofacial surgery
- Published relevant research in peer reviewed journals
- Previous experience in management of fixators
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
