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Job overview
We are looking to appoint 2 x Junior Clinical Fellows at CT level to join our Plastic Surgery unit. The appointment is to commence 5th August 2026 for a fixed term period for 12 months until 3rd August 2027. MBChB or equivalent is essential. The post does not award a National Training Number. As this post is not recognised as a ‘training post’, full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise is required, and if the appointee does not hold right of residence in the UK sponsorship will be required. The duties of this post are equivalent to CT Level.
Main duties of the job
This post is ideal for those candidates wishing to pursue a career in Plastic Surgery. There is opportunity within this large and prestigious unit to expand on clinical, operative, educational and academic skills which will assist in becoming competitive for recruitment to higher plastic surgical training programmes.
Ward rounds and trauma conference are held daily at the Northern General Hospital. Under the guidance of the Consultant Staff, the post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day management of elective and emergency patients in the Burns and Plastics Surgery Departments. The successful candidate will, subject to competency, have some independent operating, in the form of minor operating lists, for skin cancer and for trauma, as well as access to lists in the main theatres. You will assist in principles of reconstructive surgery which will be based at the Hallamshire hospital. You have elective weeks where the aim is to learn the art of elective plastic surgery.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information, please refer to the job description, which outlines the duties of this post.
Person specification
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate/Basic understanding of research methods and statistics
Desirable
- Publications in Peer reviewed journals.
- Ideas for future research whilst in post
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered (or registered by the date of application) with the GMC with a licence to practise
- Basic Medical Degree
Desirable
- MRCS part A
Clinical experience
Essential
- Demonstrates competencies to post F2 level
- Experience of working in the NHS Excluding Clinical Attachment
Desirable
- Plastic surgery experience
Teaching and training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students and junior doctors
Desirable
- To have the ability and willingness to teach at all levels and to all groups of staff
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
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This advert is for Junior Clinical Fellow in Plastic Surgery with Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Sheffield, North East and Yorkshire, England. It is listed as a Junior Medical doctor Plastic Surgery role. The advertised salary is £54,499 per Annum. The contract type is Fixed term: 12 months (12 months). The application deadline is 12 Jul 2026.
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