STTrust Grade Doctor in Trauma and Orthopaedics

ST3+ Trust Grade Doctor in Trauma and Orthopaedics

Wehave an exciting opportunity here at Leeds Teaching Hospitals due to an expansion of our rota. We are recruiting 1 Trust Grade Doctor (Level ST3+) postwithin the second largest Major Trauma Centre in the UK based at the Leeds General Infirmary. This appointment isfor 12 months starting 1 May 2026. This post is currently for 12 months only.

Theposts have been designed for experienced doctors wishing to pursue a career in Trauma and Orthopaedics.

The applicant must have full GMC registration with license to practice, a minimumof two years previous experience in trauma and orthopaedic surgery, a minimumof 12 months experience as a doctor in the NHS, valid ATLS certification andmust have full MRCS or equivalent. Experience as a registrar is desirable

Aboveall we need a ST3+ Trust Grade Doctor in Trauma and Orthopaedics with apositive attitude, who will deliver quality services with compassion and becomean integral member of a dedicated and dynamic team. Leeds offers many opportunities; prospective applicants are encouraged to visit the Department and are invited to contact any of the following persons.

Mr Mark Philipson, Consultant Trauma& Orthopaedic Surgeon ()

Please note this advert may close early if there are a high number of applicants.

The post holder will work with a team of surgeons to provide inpatient care for both trauma and elective patients. The post holder will be on a 24 hour partial shift, on the third tier supporting the FY1/2, and ST1/2 doctors.

Their duties will include:

• Fracture Clinics
• Trauma and Elective Orthopaedic surgery
• Ward rounds and patient reviews
• Support to FY1/2, and ST1/2 doctors.
• Full in house educational and clinical supervision and mentoring package
• Access to participate in on-going departmental research and audit presentations.
• Opportunities to teach undergraduates
• Access to clinical governance meetings.

We are looking for a resident doctor to take up full and/or part-time posts and can offer deferred appointments. Candidates who are unable to work full time are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to applicants who wish to work full or part-time and those wishing to job share. Shorter duration contracts will also be considered for the right candidate.

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification when completing your application to ensure all essential criteria are addressed.

Within

TRS we value our resident doctors. We are a friendly and flexible department.

We provide daily senior support in clinics and theatres, and are flexible todoctors educational and leave requirements

Weoffer exposure to polytrauma and trauma Orthopaedic surgery aligned with excellent training opportunities. You will be allocated an educational supervisor to help guide your career aspirations and to maximise educational opportunities, you will have the opportunity to access medical expertise in awide variety of disciplines.

Leeds Teaching Hospitals is a leading healthcare institution, excelling in patient care, teaching and research. We provide

Trauma and Orthopaedic services from two sites within Leeds. All trauma is admitted to the Leeds General Infirmary and elective work is undertaken at Chapel Allerton Hospital,approximately 3 miles from the Infirmary. The Trust Grade Doctor will be expected to work at both sites.

Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our processof redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. Assuch, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the rightto close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact ifyou have any questions.

Leeds Teaching Hospitals is one the largest teaching hospital trusts in Europe, with access to leading clinical expertise and medical technology. We care for people from all over the countryas well as the 780,000 residents of Leeds itself. The Trust has a budget of £1 billion. Our 17,000 staff ensure that every year…