Job summary
Bangor Zimmer Biomet Hip and Robotic Knee fellowship (2 x 6 months or 1 x 12 months)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for senior registrar level candidates (post FRCS Ortho / post CCT) looking to advance their skills in hip and knee arthroplasty. Working with three consultants, the successful candidate will be exposed to a wide range of arthroplasty techniques including Robotic assisted knee replacements, personalised alignment techniques, partial knee replacements, minimally invasive hip replacements (posterior approach and direct anterior approach) and day surgery arthroplasty.
The successful candidate will join a friendly and enthusiastic team of ten other Registrars. The hard-working, highly motivated, dedicated team of consultants, medical and nursing staff, provide a high quality, modern service in a rapidly developing unit. The Department provides elective and emergency in-patient, day-case and outpatient services to a catchment area of approximately 240,000 residents.
This post attracts a fixed salary of £60,000 gross per annum.
Main duties of the job
The post will be predominantly focussed on elective surgery (up to three all day elective lists) although there will be some trauma commitments as well. The candidate will also be expected to get involved in research and departmental teaching activities.
The fellowship can be two 6 months posts (Post A from February 2025 to July 2025 and post B from August 2025 to January 2026) or one 12 months post (Post C from February 2025 to January 2026). The candidates should indicate which posts they are interested in (can choose multiple options).
About us
North Wales is an area of outstanding natural scenic beauty with impressive landscapes, sweeping beaches, and spectacular scenery. Snowdonia National Park is practically on the doorstep and the area is a magnet for outdoor enthusiasts.
We have excellent links by rail and road to the nearby cities of Chester, Liverpool and Manchester, and direct rail links to London (approx. 3 hours).
Candidates who may wish to see the Department(s) involved are invited to get in touch using the advert contact information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about the post, please refer to the detailed Job Description and Person Specification which can be found in the Supporting Documents section.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about the post, please refer to the detailed Job Description and Person Specification which can be found in the Supporting Documents section.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full Registration with GMC with a license to practice
- FRCS (Ortho)
- Satisfy UK/EEA Immigration regulations or eligible for work permit
Desirable
- Post CCT at the time of commencement of the fellowship
Training & Experience
Essential
- Ability to provide a complete employment history
- 48 months in Trauma & Orthopaedics not including foundation modules
- Broad Based experience in Trauma & Orthopaedics
Desirable
- Previous middle grade experience in Trauma & Orthopaedics Surgery
Basic Skills & Abilities
Essential
- General medical procedures and skills appropriate to the grade
- oSupervision and teaching of junior doctors and nursing staff
- Ability to know when to ask for help
- Ability to apply knowledge
- Ability to write relevant, legible clinical notes.
- Safe and effective oral communication skills.
- Willingness to involve patients in their management.
- Ability to handle interviews with patients or relatives with tact and sensitivity
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
- Competent in providing Trauma & Orthopaedics Emergency On-call at Middle Grade level
- Clinical experience outside speciality.
- Additional experience in Trauma & Orthopaedics surgery
- Advanced IT Skills including knowledge of web site authoring.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Communicate well with all staff
- Good team worker
- Work on own initiative
- Good presentation skills
Other Relevant Requirements
Essential
- Ability to adapt and deal with changing circumstances
- Cope in pressured environment
- Know the limits of own competence and ability
- Flexibility
Desirable
- Basic Welsh speaker
- Car owner/driver because of geography of the Trust
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full Registration with GMC with a license to practice
- FRCS (Ortho)
- Satisfy UK/EEA Immigration regulations or eligible for work permit
Desirable
- Post CCT at the time of commencement of the fellowship
Training & Experience
Essential
- Ability to provide a complete employment history
- 48 months in Trauma & Orthopaedics not including foundation modules
- Broad Based experience in Trauma & Orthopaedics
Desirable
- Previous middle grade experience in Trauma & Orthopaedics Surgery
Basic Skills & Abilities
Essential
- General medical procedures and skills appropriate to the grade
- oSupervision and teaching of junior doctors and nursing staff
- Ability to know when to ask for help
- Ability to apply knowledge
- Ability to write relevant, legible clinical notes.
- Safe and effective oral communication skills.
- Willingness to involve patients in their management.
- Ability to handle interviews with patients or relatives with tact and sensitivity
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
- Competent in providing Trauma & Orthopaedics Emergency On-call at Middle Grade level
- Clinical experience outside speciality.
- Additional experience in Trauma & Orthopaedics surgery
- Advanced IT Skills including knowledge of web site authoring.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Communicate well with all staff
- Good team worker
- Work on own initiative
- Good presentation skills
Other Relevant Requirements
Essential
- Ability to adapt and deal with changing circumstances
- Cope in pressured environment
- Know the limits of own competence and ability
- Flexibility
Desirable
- Basic Welsh speaker
- Car owner/driver because of geography of the Trust
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).
