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Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Junior Clinical Fellow

The closing date is 29 January 2026

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Job summary

Applicants are invited to apply for the Trust Doctor in Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery at North Middlesex University Hospital in North London.

The successful candidate will undertake both trauma and elective work, joining along with 9x Consultants, 2x Associate Specialists, 9x Specialty Doctors, 3x Specialist Registrars, 4x Foundation Year 2's, 4x Trust Doctors , and 2x Foundation Year 1 Doctors.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be expected to provide SHO grade cover on a rotational shift basis throughout T&0 and Urology ; and, participate in the on-call SHO rota. Expected to supervise the FY1s in service delivery, inpatients, and day services. And, provide a rapid response to A&E to facilitate the 4 hour trolley-wait target - during the on call shift will be available solely for emergency duties.

About us

The department is a well-functioning and cohesive unit that provides essential services to the local population consistent with its location in a District General Hospital. There is an approximate 50:50 split between Trauma and Elective work. The hospital does not receive multiple or serious trauma cases as those are moved directly to the specialised trauma centres in the Trauma network. We see approximately 150 fracture necks of femur and the majority of our remaining trauma work comprises isolated femoral, tibial, forearm, upper arm and ankle fractures. The department refers suspected tumours to the Unit at RNOH, Stanmore. Spinal problems with neural issues are referred to the Royal London. We work closely with our Radiology colleagues through weekly MDTs on Wednesdays (1230).

Details

Date posted

15 January 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£52,656 a year Per Annum + £2,162 London Weighting

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

391-NMUH-7393162

Job locations

North Middlesex University Hospital

Sterling Way

London

N18 1QX


Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide Junior doctor cover on a rotational shift basis throughout trauma and orthopaedic surgery.

On-call is 1:10 with cross cover with urology.

Supervise FY1s and FY2s in service delivery, in outpatients, inpatients, and day services.

Provide a rapid response to A&E to facilitate the 4 hour trolley-wait target

Undertake outpatient clinics and operating theatre lists as directed by the consultants.

Participate in the Clinical Governance and Risk Assessment process.

Offer a commitment to both postgraduate and undergraduate Orthopaedic Surgery training within the hospital.

Work with the multidisciplinary team.

Take part in the care of patients attending the department, including examination, investigation, diagnosis and treatment.

Liaise with staff of other departments.

Maintain legible records.

Assist in the audit of various aspects of work under the direction of the Audit lead.

Recognize their own limitations and seek advice from the Consultants in their management of patients.

Perform related duties as required, including additional duties arising exceptionally from occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances, and duties essential for the continuity of patient care.

Other duties as directed by the Consultant in Charge including being deployed flexibly.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide Junior doctor cover on a rotational shift basis throughout trauma and orthopaedic surgery.

On-call is 1:10 with cross cover with urology.

Supervise FY1s and FY2s in service delivery, in outpatients, inpatients, and day services.

Provide a rapid response to A&E to facilitate the 4 hour trolley-wait target

Undertake outpatient clinics and operating theatre lists as directed by the consultants.

Participate in the Clinical Governance and Risk Assessment process.

Offer a commitment to both postgraduate and undergraduate Orthopaedic Surgery training within the hospital.

Work with the multidisciplinary team.

Take part in the care of patients attending the department, including examination, investigation, diagnosis and treatment.

Liaise with staff of other departments.

Maintain legible records.

Assist in the audit of various aspects of work under the direction of the Audit lead.

Recognize their own limitations and seek advice from the Consultants in their management of patients.

Perform related duties as required, including additional duties arising exceptionally from occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances, and duties essential for the continuity of patient care.

Other duties as directed by the Consultant in Charge including being deployed flexibly.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent/MRCS
  • Holds full UK GMC registration and license to practice

Desirable

  • Working towards a post- graduate qualification
  • NHS experience
  • Primary FRCA, MRCP, MRCS, MCEM or equivalent
  • European diploma in Intensive Care (EDIC)

Experience

Essential

  • Understand the structure and functional principles of the NHS
  • Previous experience in Trauma & Orthopaedics

Desirable

  • ALS Certified and up to date

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

  • Able to prioritise clinical need
  • Able to discuss treatment options with patients in a way they can understand
  • Competent in assessing and managing common general surgery conditions
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent/MRCS
  • Holds full UK GMC registration and license to practice

Desirable

  • Working towards a post- graduate qualification
  • NHS experience
  • Primary FRCA, MRCP, MRCS, MCEM or equivalent
  • European diploma in Intensive Care (EDIC)

Experience

Essential

  • Understand the structure and functional principles of the NHS
  • Previous experience in Trauma & Orthopaedics

Desirable

  • ALS Certified and up to date

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

  • Able to prioritise clinical need
  • Able to discuss treatment options with patients in a way they can understand
  • Competent in assessing and managing common general surgery conditions

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Middlesex University Hospital

Sterling Way

London

N18 1QX


Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Middlesex University Hospital

Sterling Way

London

N18 1QX


Employer's website

https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Service Manager

Shazia Soogund

shazia.soogund@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

15 January 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£52,656 a year Per Annum + £2,162 London Weighting

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

391-NMUH-7393162

Job locations

North Middlesex University Hospital

Sterling Way

London

N18 1QX


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