Job summary
CLINICAL FELLOW CT 1/2 LEVEL IN TRAUMA & ORTHOPAEDICS
(FULL TIME)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for CT1/2 level posts as Clinical Fellows at the highly esteemed Trauma and Orthopaedic team at Southmead Hospital, Bristol. Commencing February 2026, this full time 6 months post with room to extend for 12 months, this provides the opportunity to work in a varied and challenging clinical role.
Main duties of the job
Clinical Duties
Working as part of a teamwork across both the elective and trauma teams to deliver:
- Managing all ward based medical aspects of patient care in trauma and elective orthopaedics
- On-Call including involvement in major trauma calls at a tertiary trauma centre
- Prepare the trauma lists and help the trauma morning meetings when on call
- Opportunity to do supervised days in theatre and outpatient clinic working.
The routine administrative content of this post e.g. the day-to-day running of your team's workload, sending patients, writing to General Practitioners etc. is allowed for in the timetable.
About us
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities and we are part of the Bristol NHS Group.
Recognised as the Best UK Employer of the Year for Nursing Staff at the Nursing Times Workforce Summit and Awards 2025, our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.It is desirable that candidates have experience and familiarity with UK hospital systems and practices or equivalent. The post holder will be required to work flexibly within the department. Candidates must have, or be eligible for, GMC registration that allows them to work in posts that are not recognised for training.
Please note North Bristol NHS Trust will not pay interview expenses or relocation expenses in connection with this post. Late applications will not be accepted.
Committed to equal opportunities, job share applications welcome
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.It is desirable that candidates have experience and familiarity with UK hospital systems and practices or equivalent. The post holder will be required to work flexibly within the department. Candidates must have, or be eligible for, GMC registration that allows them to work in posts that are not recognised for training.
Please note North Bristol NHS Trust will not pay interview expenses or relocation expenses in connection with this post. Late applications will not be accepted.
Committed to equal opportunities, job share applications welcome
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS
- Maintain Full registration with the GMC, with a license to practice.
Desirable
- MRCS or working towards a MRCS or equivalent
- ATLS
Work Experience
Essential
- Recent Experience and familiarity with UK Hospital Systems and practices or equivalent
- Evidence of training progression
Desirable
- Previous experience in Orthopaedics
- At least 6 months experience at SHO level
- Not more than 4 years experience as SHO
- Evidence of Postgraduate activities
- Interest in pursuing a career in surgery or A&E
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Competent in history taking and examination skills
- Willing to and knows when to seek appropriate help from senior colleagues
- Able to produce clear and concise notes
- Evidence of knowledge of speciality
Personal Quality/Special Circumstances
Essential
- Good written and communication skills
- Ability to fulfil all the duties of the post including oncall commitments
- Able to communicate effectively with patient and relatives
- Able to establish good working relationships with all members of the multidisciplinary team
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS
- Maintain Full registration with the GMC, with a license to practice.
Desirable
- MRCS or working towards a MRCS or equivalent
- ATLS
Work Experience
Essential
- Recent Experience and familiarity with UK Hospital Systems and practices or equivalent
- Evidence of training progression
Desirable
- Previous experience in Orthopaedics
- At least 6 months experience at SHO level
- Not more than 4 years experience as SHO
- Evidence of Postgraduate activities
- Interest in pursuing a career in surgery or A&E
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Competent in history taking and examination skills
- Willing to and knows when to seek appropriate help from senior colleagues
- Able to produce clear and concise notes
- Evidence of knowledge of speciality
Personal Quality/Special Circumstances
Essential
- Good written and communication skills
- Ability to fulfil all the duties of the post including oncall commitments
- Able to communicate effectively with patient and relatives
- Able to establish good working relationships with all members of the multidisciplinary team
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).
