Job summary
Senior
Clinical Fellow in Trauma & Limb Reconstruction
Candidates
are invited to apply for a senior clinical fellowship in Trauma and Limb
Reconstruction at Leeds General Infirmary. The post is designed for a more
experienced doctor, pursuing a career in orthopaedic surgery, who has an
interest in complex trauma and limb reconstruction, including the use of fine
wire circular fixators.
Applicants
must have at least 3 years previous experience in trauma and orthopaedic
surgery at ST3 level and above and be post MRCS or equivalent. This post is
particularly suitable for applicants post CCT prior to taking up a definitive
consultant post in orthopaedic trauma and/or lower limb reconstruction.
The
post is to start Wednesday 6 August 2025 until Tuesday 3 February 2026 in the
first instance, with the potential to extend up to Tuesday 4 August 2026 by
mutual agreement.
Main duties of the job
The Major Trauma Centre in Leeds serves a
population of 3.9 million and has consistently been in the top 3 such units in
terms of patients
Dressings
clinics
Post-operative
intensive care
Discharge
letters
Discussions
with relatives
Initiation/change
of treatment
The
post holder will receive advanced clinical and surgical training in the
management of trauma and elective limb reconstruction. Whilst the focus of the post will be the use
of the Ilizarov method, there will also be exposure to other trauma and limb
reconstruction techniques including intramedullary nailing, locked plating,
monoliteral fixation and use of the Taylor Spatial Frame. The consultant team are all experienced in
these methods and hold faculty positions on relevant training courses. One consultant also undertakes acute and
elective paediatric limb reconstruction alongside his adult practice.
The
post holder will work with the limb reconstruction surgeons to help provide a
comprehensive limb reconstruction service for open fractures, intra-articular
fractures, and other complex lower limb
injuries; the complications of fractures including non-union, malunion, bone
infection and lower limb amputation; and non-traumatic conditions including
developmental deformity and adult short stature.
The
post holder will be expected to present and publish academic work in
collaboration with the supervising consultants, who have an established
academic record.
About us
Leeds
General Infirmary has been acting as the Major Trauma Centre for West and North
Yorkshire since April 2013. This has led
to major expansion in available trauma infrastructure including a new major
trauma ward and additional trauma / reconstruction operating capacity. Our department provides Trauma and Elective
Orthopaedic services to Leeds residents and beyond.
All
local trauma patients are admitted to the Leeds General Infirmary. The Trauma referral base is from the whole of
the Yorkshire Region, a population of approximately 3.9 million. With the advent of trauma networks in
England, all severe and multiple trauma is transferred to the major trauma
centre in Leeds with bypass procedures in place. TARN data has shown us to be consistently
within the top 3 busiest and most effective major trauma centres in the
country.
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process
of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As
such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right
to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do
experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please
bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if
you have any questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
DUTIES OF THE POST
The limb
reconstruction fellow will support the limb reconstruction consultant
orthopaedic surgeons in theatre, clinics and wards. There will also be
opportunity for independent working in these areas where appropriate.
Teaching and
appropriate supervision of junior orthopaedic staff is to be encouraged, as
well as participation in audit and research.There will be
no fixed on call commitment associated with this post.
Pre-admissions
clinics
Delivery Suite
Ward management
Operating
theatre and outpatients
Dressings
clinics
Post-operative
intensive care
Discharge
letters
Discussions
with relatives
Initiation/change
of treatment
This post is designed
for an experienced doctor pursuing a career in orthopaedic surgery who has an
interest in lower limb reconstruction, including the use of circular frame
external fixation. Applicants must have
at least 3 years previous experience in trauma and orthopaedic surgery at ST3
level and above, be ATLS and AO certified, and be post MRCS or equivalent. This post would be particularly suitable for
applicants already holding their CCT, prior to taking up a consultant post in
orthopaedic trauma and / or limb reconstruction.
This post DOES NOT
currently have educational approval.
The post involves
working on the Leeds General Infirmary site with the lower limb reconstruction
surgeons
Mr Simon Britten
Mr Paul Harwood
Mr Patrick Foster
Mr Martin Taylor
The post holder will
receive advanced clinical and surgical training in the management of trauma and
elective limb reconstruction. Whilst the
focus of the post will be the use of the Ilizarov method, there will also be
exposure to other trauma and limb reconstruction techniques including
intramedullary nailing, locked plating, monolateral fixation and use of the
Taylor Spatial Frame. The consultant
team are all experienced in these methods and hold faculty positions on
relevant training courses. One
consultant also undertakes acute and elective paediatric limb reconstruction
alongside his adult practice.
The post holder will
work with the limb reconstruction surgeons to help provide a comprehensive limb
reconstruction service for open fractures, intra-articular fractures, and other complex lower limb injuries; the
complications of fractures including non-union, malunion, bone infection and
lower limb amputation; and non-traumatic conditions including developmental
deformity and adult short stature.
There will be no fixed on call commitment
associated with the post. There may be
the opportunity to undertake additional duties to support the out of hoursservice, including
operating lists and Locum on call cover.This would be remunerated separately.There may be an opportunity for an on call commitment as part of the
senior registrar tier.
The post holder will
be expected to present and publish academic work in collaboration with the
supervising consultants, who have an established academic record.
LEVELS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Commitment to ensuring work is completed and targets met within the
timescales dictated by the NHS and Trust protocols.
Communicate sensitively, effectively and exercise judgment when dealing
with others.
Respect the privacy, dignity, religious and cultural beliefs of others.
Effective supervisory/managerial skills.
Able to analyse and resolve problems with staff.
Implement new working practices/processes.
Flexibility in work and workload and ability to prioritise.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and achieve deadlines.
Effective communication skills, verbal and written, at all levels.
Ability to work within departmental, Trust and NHS processes and
protocols.
Seek to develop and improve services.
Demonstrate integrity and respect
confidentiality.
Demonstrate a commitment to team working.
TEACHING AND RESEARCH/STUDY AND TRAINING
Teaching
Regular
undergraduate post graduate teaching and weekly MTC teaching of the foundation
year doctors and the ST1-2 (CST)s.
Research
Facilities are available for clinical research
and laboratory facilities can be arranged for special purposes. It is anticipated that the post holder will
participate in a number of clinical research projects during this appointment.Research
time may be incorporated into the job plan for these posts, subject to
discussion and the individual personal development needs of the applicant.
Job description
Job responsibilities
DUTIES OF THE POST
The limb
reconstruction fellow will support the limb reconstruction consultant
orthopaedic surgeons in theatre, clinics and wards. There will also be
opportunity for independent working in these areas where appropriate.
Teaching and
appropriate supervision of junior orthopaedic staff is to be encouraged, as
well as participation in audit and research.There will be
no fixed on call commitment associated with this post.
Pre-admissions
clinics
Delivery Suite
Ward management
Operating
theatre and outpatients
Dressings
clinics
Post-operative
intensive care
Discharge
letters
Discussions
with relatives
Initiation/change
of treatment
This post is designed
for an experienced doctor pursuing a career in orthopaedic surgery who has an
interest in lower limb reconstruction, including the use of circular frame
external fixation. Applicants must have
at least 3 years previous experience in trauma and orthopaedic surgery at ST3
level and above, be ATLS and AO certified, and be post MRCS or equivalent. This post would be particularly suitable for
applicants already holding their CCT, prior to taking up a consultant post in
orthopaedic trauma and / or limb reconstruction.
This post DOES NOT
currently have educational approval.
The post involves
working on the Leeds General Infirmary site with the lower limb reconstruction
surgeons
Mr Simon Britten
Mr Paul Harwood
Mr Patrick Foster
Mr Martin Taylor
The post holder will
receive advanced clinical and surgical training in the management of trauma and
elective limb reconstruction. Whilst the
focus of the post will be the use of the Ilizarov method, there will also be
exposure to other trauma and limb reconstruction techniques including
intramedullary nailing, locked plating, monolateral fixation and use of the
Taylor Spatial Frame. The consultant
team are all experienced in these methods and hold faculty positions on
relevant training courses. One
consultant also undertakes acute and elective paediatric limb reconstruction
alongside his adult practice.
The post holder will
work with the limb reconstruction surgeons to help provide a comprehensive limb
reconstruction service for open fractures, intra-articular fractures, and other complex lower limb injuries; the
complications of fractures including non-union, malunion, bone infection and
lower limb amputation; and non-traumatic conditions including developmental
deformity and adult short stature.
There will be no fixed on call commitment
associated with the post. There may be
the opportunity to undertake additional duties to support the out of hoursservice, including
operating lists and Locum on call cover.This would be remunerated separately.There may be an opportunity for an on call commitment as part of the
senior registrar tier.
The post holder will
be expected to present and publish academic work in collaboration with the
supervising consultants, who have an established academic record.
LEVELS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Commitment to ensuring work is completed and targets met within the
timescales dictated by the NHS and Trust protocols.
Communicate sensitively, effectively and exercise judgment when dealing
with others.
Respect the privacy, dignity, religious and cultural beliefs of others.
Effective supervisory/managerial skills.
Able to analyse and resolve problems with staff.
Implement new working practices/processes.
Flexibility in work and workload and ability to prioritise.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and achieve deadlines.
Effective communication skills, verbal and written, at all levels.
Ability to work within departmental, Trust and NHS processes and
protocols.
Seek to develop and improve services.
Demonstrate integrity and respect
confidentiality.
Demonstrate a commitment to team working.
TEACHING AND RESEARCH/STUDY AND TRAINING
Teaching
Regular
undergraduate post graduate teaching and weekly MTC teaching of the foundation
year doctors and the ST1-2 (CST)s.
Research
Facilities are available for clinical research
and laboratory facilities can be arranged for special purposes. It is anticipated that the post holder will
participate in a number of clinical research projects during this appointment.Research
time may be incorporated into the job plan for these posts, subject to
discussion and the individual personal development needs of the applicant.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 3 Years s experience after full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of foundation competences, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice; including:
- Make the care or your patient your first concern
- Provide a good standard of practice and care
- take prompt action if you think that patient safety, dignity or comfort is being compromised
- Protect and promote the health of patients and of the public
- Treat patients as individuals and respect their dignity
- Work in partnership with patients
- Work with colleagues in the ways that best serve patients interests
- Be honest and open and act with integrity
- Never discriminate unfairly against patients or colleagues
- Never abuse your patients trust in you or the publics trust in the profession.
- Evidence of achievement of CT/ST1competencies in medicine or Surgery (as defined by the curricula relating to Core Medical training or Core Surgical Training)
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
- Ability to prioritise clinical need
- Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk
- Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
Desirable
- Previous experience of Ilizarov Method.
- Evidence of developing independent clinical practice
- Adult trauma work in Major Trauma Centre (last 2 years)
- Aptitude for practical skills, e.g. manual dexterity
- Research and audit skills:
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements
- Evidence of involvement in an audit project, a quality improvement project, formal research project or other activity which:
- focuses on patient safety and clinical improvement
- demonstrates an interest in and commitment to the specialty beyond the mandatory curriculum
- Teaching:
- Evidence of interest in, and experience of teaching
- Evidence of feedback for teaching
- Instructor status (or a recommendation for instructor status) in an advanced life support course (ALS, ATLS, EPLS, APLS) or equivalent course
Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practice
- Eligibility to work in the UK
- FRCS (Trauma & Orthopaedics)
- ATLS
- AO Basic course
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs
Desirable
- Basic Ilizarov Course
- AO Advanced Course
- ECDL
Personal Skills
Essential
- Communication Skills:
- Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation
- Able to build rapport, listen, persuade & negotiate
- Problem Solving & Decision Making:
- Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems/make decisions, indicating an analytical/scientific approach
- Empathy & Sensitivity:
- Capacity to take in others perspectives and treat others with understanding; sees patients as people
- Demonstrates respect for all
- Managing Others & Team Involvement:
- Able to work in multi-professional teams & supervise junior medical staff
- Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organise and motivate other team members for the benefit of patients through, for example, audit and quality improvement Projects
- Capacity to work effectively with others
- Organisation & Planning:
- Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively
- Capacity to prioritise own workload & organise ward rounds
- Evidence of thoroughness (is well prepared, shows self discipline/ commitment, is punctual and meets deadlines)
- Vigilance & Situational Awareness:
- Capacity to monitor developing situations and anticipate issues
- Coping with Pressure and managing uncertainty:
- Capacity to operate under pressure
- Demonstrates initiative & resilience to cope with changing circumstances
- Is able to deliver good clinical care in the face of uncertainty
- Values:
- Understands, respects and demonstrates the values of the NHS Constitution (e.g. everyone counts; improving lives; commitment to quality of care; respect and dignity; working together for patients; compassion)
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 3 Years s experience after full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of foundation competences, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice; including:
- Make the care or your patient your first concern
- Provide a good standard of practice and care
- take prompt action if you think that patient safety, dignity or comfort is being compromised
- Protect and promote the health of patients and of the public
- Treat patients as individuals and respect their dignity
- Work in partnership with patients
- Work with colleagues in the ways that best serve patients interests
- Be honest and open and act with integrity
- Never discriminate unfairly against patients or colleagues
- Never abuse your patients trust in you or the publics trust in the profession.
- Evidence of achievement of CT/ST1competencies in medicine or Surgery (as defined by the curricula relating to Core Medical training or Core Surgical Training)
- Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
- Ability to prioritise clinical need
- Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk
- Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient
- Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
- Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives
- Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
Desirable
- Previous experience of Ilizarov Method.
- Evidence of developing independent clinical practice
- Adult trauma work in Major Trauma Centre (last 2 years)
- Aptitude for practical skills, e.g. manual dexterity
- Research and audit skills:
- Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements
- Evidence of involvement in an audit project, a quality improvement project, formal research project or other activity which:
- focuses on patient safety and clinical improvement
- demonstrates an interest in and commitment to the specialty beyond the mandatory curriculum
- Teaching:
- Evidence of interest in, and experience of teaching
- Evidence of feedback for teaching
- Instructor status (or a recommendation for instructor status) in an advanced life support course (ALS, ATLS, EPLS, APLS) or equivalent course
Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practice
- Eligibility to work in the UK
- FRCS (Trauma & Orthopaedics)
- ATLS
- AO Basic course
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs
Desirable
- Basic Ilizarov Course
- AO Advanced Course
- ECDL
Personal Skills
Essential
- Communication Skills:
- Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation
- Able to build rapport, listen, persuade & negotiate
- Problem Solving & Decision Making:
- Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems/make decisions, indicating an analytical/scientific approach
- Empathy & Sensitivity:
- Capacity to take in others perspectives and treat others with understanding; sees patients as people
- Demonstrates respect for all
- Managing Others & Team Involvement:
- Able to work in multi-professional teams & supervise junior medical staff
- Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organise and motivate other team members for the benefit of patients through, for example, audit and quality improvement Projects
- Capacity to work effectively with others
- Organisation & Planning:
- Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively
- Capacity to prioritise own workload & organise ward rounds
- Evidence of thoroughness (is well prepared, shows self discipline/ commitment, is punctual and meets deadlines)
- Vigilance & Situational Awareness:
- Capacity to monitor developing situations and anticipate issues
- Coping with Pressure and managing uncertainty:
- Capacity to operate under pressure
- Demonstrates initiative & resilience to cope with changing circumstances
- Is able to deliver good clinical care in the face of uncertainty
- Values:
- Understands, respects and demonstrates the values of the NHS Constitution (e.g. everyone counts; improving lives; commitment to quality of care; respect and dignity; working together for patients; compassion)
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).
