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Job overview
Applicants are invited for the positions of Clinical Fellow Higher (ST3-5) in Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery. This post is to commence from 07 October 2026 until 06 April 2027.
Orthopaedic Surgery in Cambridge has seen a dramatic change in the last few years, with the development of Cambridge as the Level 1 Trauma Centre for East Anglia as well as a substantial increase in consultant numbers. Multiple middle grade posts were created to accommodate the increased workload.
A full range of Elective and Orthopaedic Trauma sub-specialties are covered in Cambridge, including Pelvic and Acetabular Trauma, Frame Surgery, Arthroplasty, and Paediatric Orthopaedics.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will be on a parallel rota to the current Registrars and will be encouraged to attend the regional training programme, as clinical duties permit.
Regular in-house teaching also occurs, including daily Consultant led trauma meetings, as well as a weekly trauma 'grand round', where the Trauma Surgeons meet for the morning, to discuss the complex cases of the week and those referred in. In order to be considered for this post, MRCS and current ATLS certification are essential, as is a minimum of 12 months experience in Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery.
Please note that these posts do not carry Postgraduate Dean’s approval or training recognition.
You must hold full GMC registration with a current license to practice at time of application.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for this post.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Person specification
Shortlistable
Essential
- MRCS or equivalent
- 12 months minimum experience in Orthopaedics and Trauma
- Completion of a Core Surgical Training Programme or equivalent
- Valid ATLS certification
- Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at time of application
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This advert is for Clinical Fellow Higher (ST3-5) in Trauma and Orthopaedics with Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Cambridge University Hospitals. It is listed as a Senior Medical doctor Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery role. The advertised salary is £67,325 Per annum pro rata. The contract type is 6 months (fixed term). The application deadline is 21 Aug 2026.
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