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Clinical Fellow - Orthopaedics
Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 21 day(s) ago
Reference: 2292576
Job summary
- The postholder will be one of a team of 10 Middle Grades with sessions at both Ashford and St. Peter's Hospitals.
- Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals merged to form a single NHS Trust in 1998. Trauma is primarily carried out on the St. Peter's site. The Ashford site has outpatients and a dedicated orthopaedic ward which is used for joint replacements and other elective surgery.
- The postholder will participate in the on-call trauma rota.
Main duties of the job
The main duties and responsibilities of the appointee will be:-
To provide Senior Middle Grade cover for all Orthopaedics duties are detailed below including participating in the on-call rota.
To work with the existing Orthopaedics Surgeons across both Ashford and St Peters Hospital to provide an efficient and effective Orthopaedic Service.
To provide inpatients, day case and outpatient care for the patients requiring elective and emergency Orthopaedic surgery, in accordance with the Trust contractual obligations
To adopt a continuing responsibility for the care of patients in your care and in partnership with other colleagues working in the speciality for the proper function of the Department
The Clinical Fellow would undertake to ensure that clinical audit was an ongoing programme and that agreed actions required as indicated from audit were implemented
About us
Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the largest provider of acute hospital services to Surrey residents, serving a population of 410,00 people and employing approximately 4,800 staff.
Our vision is to provide an outstanding experience and best outcomes for patients and the team. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to deliver our workforce plan.
We are part of a collaborative Group with the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust. As part of this partnership, colleagues may occasionally work across both organisations to support shared services, development opportunities and patient care.
St Peter's Hospital delivers complex medical and surgical care, maternity and emergency services. Day and orthopaedic surgery, ophthalmology and outpatient services are delivered at Ashford Hospital. Additional services are delivered at Woking Community Hospital.
Our Values provide us with the behaviours we respect and can commit to. By living our values through our everyday interactions, we can build a stronger, more resilient, and forward- thinking organisation, guiding us to achieve success and make a positive impact on how we deliver our services.
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits and discounts.
Please note that adverts may close early, so early application is encouraged.
For more information about careers at ASPH please visit:www.asph-careers.org
Details
Date posted
21 August 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£67,325 a year per annum, plus £149 HCAS and additional rota payments
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
323-MD4763-GK
Job locations
Ashford and St Peters NHS Foundation Trust
Guildford Road
Lyne, Chertsey
KT16 0PZ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The post-holder will be required to be a non-resident on-call in rotation with the other SpRs. Office accommodation and secretarial support is provided.
- The Middle Grades in the department are expected to arrange and cover each others duties and on- call commitments during periods of absence.
- The post-holder undertakes, exceptionally, to perform additional duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.
- The main duties and responsibilities of the appointee will be:
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- To work with the orthopaedic surgeons across both Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals to provide an efficient and effective orthopaedic service.
- To provide inpatients, day case and outpatients care for the patients requiring elective emergency orthopaedic surgery, in accordance with the Trust contractual obligations.
- To adopt a continuing responsibility for the care of patients in his/her charge and in partnership with other colleagues working in the speciality for the proper function of the department to which he/she is appointed.
- To ensure that clinical audit was an ongoing programme and that agreed actions required as indicated from audit were implemented.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The post-holder will be required to be a non-resident on-call in rotation with the other SpRs. Office accommodation and secretarial support is provided.
- The Middle Grades in the department are expected to arrange and cover each others duties and on- call commitments during periods of absence.
- The post-holder undertakes, exceptionally, to perform additional duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.
- The main duties and responsibilities of the appointee will be:
-
- To work with the orthopaedic surgeons across both Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals to provide an efficient and effective orthopaedic service.
- To provide inpatients, day case and outpatients care for the patients requiring elective emergency orthopaedic surgery, in accordance with the Trust contractual obligations.
- To adopt a continuing responsibility for the care of patients in his/her charge and in partnership with other colleagues working in the speciality for the proper function of the department to which he/she is appointed.
- To ensure that clinical audit was an ongoing programme and that agreed actions required as indicated from audit were implemented.
Person Specification
Other
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate that you are honest, reliable, and trustworthy
- Treat people who use the services, and colleagues, with respect.
Skills
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate that you have knowledge of your professional code of conduct and guidance issued by your professional body and that you adhere to these.
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC Registration
- MRCS
- ATLS
Desirable
- FRCS (Orth) or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in Middle Grade Orthopaedics.
- Significant clinical experience, including orthopaedic Surgery and Outpatients.
- Evidence of continuing medical education.
Desirable
- Experience in all aspects of Orthopaedics and Trauma
Attitude, Behaviour and Values
Essential
- Always puts patients first, Customer service focus, Willing and able to take personal responsibility, Demonstrates passion for excellence, Seeks out and takes opportunities for improving the service offered, Takes pride in their work and their team, Flexible in their attitudes and behaviours to support team working and delivery of objectives, Respects, values and cares for others, Supports learning and development of self and others, Supports and promotes equality and diversity
Person Specification
Other
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate that you are honest, reliable, and trustworthy
- Treat people who use the services, and colleagues, with respect.
Skills
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate that you have knowledge of your professional code of conduct and guidance issued by your professional body and that you adhere to these.
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC Registration
- MRCS
- ATLS
Desirable
- FRCS (Orth) or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in Middle Grade Orthopaedics.
- Significant clinical experience, including orthopaedic Surgery and Outpatients.
- Evidence of continuing medical education.
Desirable
- Experience in all aspects of Orthopaedics and Trauma
Attitude, Behaviour and Values
Essential
- Always puts patients first, Customer service focus, Willing and able to take personal responsibility, Demonstrates passion for excellence, Seeks out and takes opportunities for improving the service offered, Takes pride in their work and their team, Flexible in their attitudes and behaviours to support team working and delivery of objectives, Respects, values and cares for others, Supports learning and development of self and others, Supports and promotes equality and diversity
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.
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.
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
Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Ashford and St Peters NHS Foundation Trust
Guildford Road
Lyne, Chertsey
KT16 0PZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.ashfordstpeters.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Ashford and St Peters NHS Foundation Trust
Guildford Road
Lyne, Chertsey
KT16 0PZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.ashfordstpeters.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)